Chair, Department of Applied Aviation Science, Prescott Campus

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Prescott, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Aviation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona invites applications for the position of Department Chair of the Applied Aviation Science Department, starting in Summer 2027. This role supports our Air Traffic Management, Applied Meteorology, and Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems programs. Teaching assignments may include a variety of courses within the associated degree programs. The candidate must have experience in leadership positions of large organizations with diverse mission sets. Applicants shall be able to demonstrate the ability to teach and develop courses across all levels of undergraduate aviation education, with a passion for enhancing student success. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to undergraduate education both in the classroom and through experiential learning opportunities, including faculty mentored undergraduate research, and have demonstrated potential for scholarly activity. Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university for over 100 years, educating over 30,000 students across residential campuses and global network locations. The College of Aviation prepares students to be leaders in the aviation and aerospace industry, with graduates recognized nationally and internationally. The Department of Applied Aviation Science offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Applied Meteorology, Air Traffic Management, and Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems, as well as an Associate of Science in Air Traffic Management, and minors in these areas plus Geographic Information Systems.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree or higher, preferably in an aviation-related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead an organization with a diverse set of missions.
• Demonstrated ability to teach.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor students or colleagues through the research and writing process.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly activity.

Nice To Haves

• PhD or EdD
• Significant industry experience and a master's degree

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop courses across all levels of undergraduate aviation education.
• Mentor students or colleagues through the research and writing process.
• Lead an organization with a diverse set of missions.

Benefits

• 100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree for yourself.
• Discounted tuition rates for spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan.
• ERAU offers a 4% matching contribution to your retirement plan with no vesting period.
• Up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year.
• 3 days of paid leave granted upon hire.
• 15 days of paid leave accrued throughout the year.
• 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager