Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Job Description Discover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University! Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space. To complete a virtual tour of the Prescott campus and check out Prescott Campus Future Flythrough, please visit the links below: https://prescott.erau.edu/admissions/tour-details https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQeMUHG4AU4 Opportunity: Join the Aviation and Aerospace vanguard! Step into a dynamic role with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where innovation meets opportunity. Be part of a leading institution that's at the forefront of aviation, aerospace, and STEM education. We offer an exciting environment, cutting-edge projects, and the chance to influence tomorrow. Ready to make a difference? Take flight with Embry-Riddle and explore this diverse career opportunity today. The Flight Department at the Prescott campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking Assistant Chief Flight Instructors to support the Flight Department. Job duties include: Provide overall management for approximately 20 instructors and 150 to 200 flight students. Responsible for overall training quality and providing excellent student service. Ensure proper conduct and enforcement of effective training and safety standards, regulations, and procedures as established. Maintain and ensure compliance with current University and FAA policies and procedures. Assist, counsel, and resolve problems and, as needed, make recommendations for disciplinary action of all students and instructors designated to your supervision. Attend weekly Flight Training Manager meeting with Chief Flight Instructor. Attend weekly Staff meeting with Department Chair. Prepare for and attend daily Student Progress Briefings with Chief Flight Instructor and Department Chair. Prepare for and conduct monthly Team meetings with assigned Instructor Pilots. Review and adjust as needed the daily instructor schedule. Ensure maximum utilization of instructor, aircraft, and flight training device resources. Ensure assigned students are scheduled to meet their required activities. Verify student eligibility at the beginning of each assigned ground school section. Meet with Students/Family regarding training progress. Participate in New Hire instructor hiring process as requested by Chief Flight Instructor. Conduct stage checks and end of course tests as assigned. Other tasks as assigned by the Chief Flight Instructor. Embry-Riddle's Prescott Campus is respected worldwide for cutting-edge instruction and training for tomorrow's aviation, aerospace, security, and intelligence leaders. Prescott is a mile-high city and its climate reflects seasonable weather excellent for flying. Daytime averages are 80°F in the summer and 45°F in the winter. At 5,000 ft. above sea level, it boasts a mild climate, clean air, pristine wilderness areas, and nearby national forests. The university is a small, private, residential university in the mountains of Arizona with approximately 3,500 students. Staff/faculty/student interaction is highly valued and is a central theme of our campus. It is located 100 miles north of Phoenix and 120 miles south of the Grand Canyon. Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle! Generous Time Off: Relax with 15 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day. Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you! Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26. Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period. Application process/requirements To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R309898. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: Cover letter Full Resume Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process) Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website. Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Must hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate and a Flight Instructor Certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land and Instrument Airplane privileges. Must hold at least a 2nd class medical certificate. Meet the minimum requirements for Assistant Chief under 14 CFR part 141. (Preferred) Required skills, knowledge, abilities: Analytical skills with an in depth knowledge of information systems and technical expertise with Microsoft operating systems, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook/email, and Internet end-user applications Exciting opportunities await at Embry-Riddle! As we continue to grow, we're thrilled to welcome new talent to our team. We're seeking highly qualified, passionate, and driven candidates to join us on this journey. ✨ Explore our current openings and apply for the roles that best fit your skills and aspirations. ✨ Track the progress of your application anytime by logging into your candidate account. ✨ Set up "Job Alerts" so you'll be the first to know when new opportunities that match your interests are posted. If you need any assistance throughout the application process, our recruiting team is here to help—just reach out to us at eraujobs@erau.edu.. Thank you for considering a career with Embry-Riddle. We look forward to the possibility of having you on our team! Embry-Riddle President Launches Centennial Celebration in Annual State of the University Address Virtual tours: Daytona Beach: Visit the Campus Prescott: Visit the Campus Prescott Campus Future Flythrough | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.