Job Description

Job Summary

Under general direction, conducts quality flight instruction required in the professional pilot programs at Saint Louis University.Participates in standardization training for each course that is taught and piece of equipment used in instruction; maintains flight proficiency for each course that is instructed; adheres to all FAA regulations and departmental policies and procedures; researches new and improved teaching techniques.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics

• Knowledge and instructor certification appropriate to the position sought
• Knowledge of various flight instruction instrumentation and equipment
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to instruct/teach/tutor
• Ability to approach problems/decisions analytically
• Ability to reason logically and methodically
• Ability to perform under stressful circumstances
• Attentiveness to detail

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates in standardization training for each course that is taught and piece of equipment used in instruction; maintains flight proficiency for each course that is instructed; adheres to all   FAA   regulations and departmental policies and procedures; researches new and improved teaching techniques.
• Meets with each student as published on schedule; ensures that all flight lessons are completed according to the Training Course Outline specifications; ensures that all appropriated endorsements are made in the students flight book and personal logbook.
• Submits requests for stage checks upon completion of each stage of flight training with Office Supervisor; ensures that all flight lessons and flight books are completed before request for stage check.
• Ensures that all training activities, flights, and briefings are conducted during normal business hours.
• Pulls aircraft in/out of hangar; helps in tying down aircraft; assists in departmental activities; attends meetings; performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Certified Flight Instructor ⓠAirplane ( CFI ) required;   CFII / MEI   certificate preferred; bachelors degree preferred. Valid medical certificate required.

About Saint Louis University

Saint Louis University(SLU) is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by the Most Reverend Louis Guillaume Valentin Dubourg SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. The University has campuses in St. Louis, Mo. and Madrid, Spain. SLU values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. For nearly 200 years, the University has gone beyond teaching facts and figures, encouraging students to form ideas and identities. Today, SLU students are nearly 14,000 strong. The University has invested vast resources to advance academic programs and enhance the student experience. SLU also is a major research institution where premier researchers tackle local and global challenges. And the University's commitment to community service has earned it national acclaim and bolstered its status as a character-building college.

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