Part-Time NIFA (National Intercollegiate Flight Association) Coach - Farmingdale State College - Farmingdale State College : Job Details

Job Description:

About the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA):

Safety through Education, Excellence through Competition . NIFA started out as an Aero Club for ex-army and navy pilots in 1919. Today, it exists as a forum at the national level for and from aviators and aviation enthusiasts, looking to further their studies and careers in the field through competitive and non-competitive events, networking and national recognition. Under NIFA, colleges and universities across the country fall into ten regions. Each of these regions represents an arena to promote NIFA's goals of safety, education, communication and cooperation among industry leaders. FSC, part of region VII, is one of the top NIFA competitors in the northeast. For more information on this nonprofit, charitable organization, please visit the official NIFA website:

Job Description:

Continuing with the safe promotion of our competitive tradition, Farmingdale State College is seeking a part-time flight instructor to act as a NIFA coach and mentor, and be responsible for providing ground, flight and simulator training specifically tailored to the NIFA student candidate. Additionally, the instructor must also be well-organized and be able to plan and coordinate FSC approved fundraisers, training, tryout and travel events (for up to 12 students, twice a year) during official competitions. This may involve traveling with competitors from five up to ten days at a time in order to compete at the Regional level during the fall, at the National level during the spring, and locally for in-house flight tryouts during the summer. The position may also require the candidate to attend various meetings and interact with campus administration, student government, and the flight department throughout the year. These meetings are necessary to obtain a yearly budget, for travel and spending authorizations, to discuss team promotion and progress, and to coordinate the safe and efficient use of state resources (aircraft) and their availability during training, tryout and competition weeks. The instructor will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records and documentation as appropriate.

WHEN APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO UPLOAD ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS. YOU ABSOLUTELY MUST INCLUDE A SCANNED COPY, FRONT AND BACK, OF YOUR FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

* Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.

* Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.

* Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* FAA Flight Instructor Instrument Certificate

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree or greater

* FAA Basic, Instrument and/or Advanced Ground Instructor Certificate (BGA, IGI, or AGI)

* Piper Warrior Instruction Experience

* NIFA Experience as former coach, judge, or competitor

Additional Information:

This is a part-time position.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

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Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.

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Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply and submit the required documents listed below by clicking on the Apply Now link at the bottom of this page. We require the following documents:

* Cover Letter

* Resume/CV

* Front and back of Flight Instructor Certificate

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

Farmingdale State College seeks a broad and diverse pool of candidates for this position. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.

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