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Title: Aviation Technology Tenure Track Faculty (Grant-funded 12-month through 9/30/2028)

Number of Positions: 1

WORK SCHEDULE: Regular Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty/Primarily days; must be able to teach night classes, if necessary.

JOB OBJECTIVE:                                                                                    The successful candidate will be expected to teach Associate of Applied Science-level Aviation Maintenance Technology (AVIT) classes and laboratories; create instructional materials and laboratory experiences; promote the program through local, regional and national engagement; participate in program assessment activities related to accreditations (e.g., SACS, ATMAE, NIMS), certification (FAA) and grant parameters; perform student advising; and complete other departmental services as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

70% Teaching: Teach Aviation Technology classes (General, Airframe, and Power Plant). Create instructional materials and laboratory experiences, teach courses at a variety of times in response to institutional needs, evaluate students’ progress toward achievement of stated student learning outcomes, and inform them promptly of their progress in the course. Contribute to the management of labs and equipment, develop or update course syllabi for courses within the college guidelines and curriculum as necessary to remain current with the industry, specifically FAA requirements, and review, evaluate, and recommend student learning materials. Work with other faculty, staff, and local industries and organizations to continually refine and improve the Aviation Technology program. Such duties to be performed include developing new course materials or courses as required to maintain program currency in emerging technologies in the field of Aviation Maintenance; completing assessment requirements relative to the program.

10%  Faculty Service: Advise students. Serve on internal and external committees for the College and the community at large. Work with the Workforce and Community Development department to develop workforce solutions.

10%  Professional Development (Teaching and Discipline): Learn emerging technologies and processes (including different computer platforms and related hardware, software, and instructional aids) used in teaching AVIT classes. Attend and/or present at local, regional, state, or national conferences as part of professional development activities. Work with AMT Program Director, faculty, the AMT Advisory Committee, and local industries and organizations to continually refine and improve related curricula. Help write grant proposals related to program goals and objectives. Participate in grant activities for awarded grants.

5%  Share responsibility for day-to-day operation and routine upkeep of classrooms, labs, and equipment. Promote a safe working environment.

5%  Along with other duties as assigned, assist in the promotion of the Aviation Technology program and recruitment of new students.

Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.

JOB STANDARDS:

The successful candidate must have:

1. An associate’s degree in aviation maintenance or closely related field from a regionally accredited college/university and professional experience sufficient to meet SACSCOC criteria. Faculty members may have other professional credentials qualify them in lieu of academic credentials. Academic deans must submit documentation justifying alternative credentials for approval by the chief academic officer and the SACSCOC liaison.
2. Minimum of one year of relevant industrial experience and/or experience teaching a range of aviation-based classes.
3. FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification is required.
4. Experience with CFR 14 part 145.
5. Experience with providing training in an industrial setting or teaching in an educational environment.
6. Experience developing aviation training courses and materials.

Experience developing aviation training courses in collaboration with the FAA and FAA representative.

1. Evidence of strong oral and written communication, computer and presentation skills; A teaching demonstration will be required at the interview.
2. A commitment to student success and ability to build partnerships in the industry.
3. Ability to communicate effectively is an essential skill for all academic personnel to perform competently. Proficiency in oral and written English is required.
4. Able to engage in the College’s mission and values.

Preference will be given to those having one or more of the following: professional registration; or, extensive relevant teaching or industry experience.

Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% credit of full-time work experience.

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE/EXPERIENCE:

1. Demonstrated professional experience/ expertise in the aviation maintenance field sufficient to teach General Fundamentals, Airframe, and Powerplant college-level courses in Aviation Technology.
2. Extensive knowledge of CFR 14 part 145.
3. Familiarity with professional standards, processes, equipment, and techniques in the aviation maintenance industry.
4. Knowledge of FAA regulations related to general aviation aircraft.
5. Knowledge of FAA-recognized procedures for instruction development.
6. Technology Skills: MS Office Suite skills; videoconferencing software; digital records management systems; general operating systems and data information systems.
7. Proficient use of applicable industry and educational software and equipment.
8. Time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects.
9. Ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
10. Classroom and lab management skills are also critical skills for this position.

JOB LOCATION:

• Pellissippi State Community College (Blount County Campus and Aviation Technology Training Facility).
• Local travel may be required between PSCC campuses as well as to high schools in the 2-county service area, as well as surrounding counties by invitation.

EQUIPMENT:

• PC for use in the development of course materials, assessments, reports, course management (Brightspace), and grading (Brightspace and Banner) required in the administration of AVIT courses.
• Laptop carts for student learning and assessments.
• Aviation Maintenance Equipment and Tools necessary for instruction in an FAA Certified Airframe and Powerplant program.

Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.

Full-time Employment Benefits:

• Insurance Options: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long-term Disability, FSA/HSA 
• Wellness Incentive Program, if enrolled in health plan
• Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent discounts, Audit/Non-Credit, Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Options: Tennessee traditional pension plan option (TCRS), 401k with $100 company match, 457, 403b
• Employee Discount program with over 900+ companies
• 14 Paid Holidays/Year Includes paid days off the last week of December
• Sick Leave Bank
• Longevity Pay
• Many opportunities for professional development

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Work experience that is not listed on the application will not be considered towards compensation. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.

Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at gtunderwood@pstcc.edu or 865-539-7354.

If you have any problems or questions please contact Human Resources at Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at recruiting@pstcc.edu.

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