Director, Program, Aviation Systems Technology ($10,000 Hiring Bonus)

Guilford Technical Community College • Jamestown, NC

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About The Position

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC, you'll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive. The director will provide the vision and leadership required to support and enhance the mission of the Aviation Systems Technology program. Primary administrative responsibilities include program development/management, budget administration, providing supervision and mentoring to part time faculty and coordinating the preparation, approval and implementation of the Federal Aviation Administration Training Manual. Instructional responsibilities require a broad-based knowledge of the aviation industry and requirements of an FAA approved Part 147 program. The Program Director is a member of the full-time faculty and reports to the Director of Aviation Programs. This is a teaching position with release for administrative functions. The program director will be responsible for growth planning for the department working in conjunction with the Director of Aviation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in aviation systems or related aviation technology from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanics Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• Five years documented experience in the aviation industry.
• Leadership experience including conducting employee evaluations.
• Experience managing under an FAA regulated program (145, 147, 141, etc).
• Post-secondary teaching and/or industry training experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in aviation or related technical field from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.
• Non-Destructive Testing and Composite Repair Certification.
• More than five years of documented aviation experience.
• Post-secondary teaching experience in Aviation Systems Technology.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for the Aviation Systems Technology program.
• Manage program development and administration.
• Administer the program budget.
• Supervise and mentor part-time faculty.
• Coordinate the preparation, approval, and implementation of the FAA Training Manual.
• Teach courses and conduct professional workshops.
• Plan for departmental growth in conjunction with the Director of Aviation.

Benefits

• Robust pension plan.
• Work-life balance.
• Supportive and inclusive culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree