Certified Flight Instructor 1 (Pool Posting)
Company:
Ohio University
Job Location:
Athens, Ohio
Category:
Aviation
Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the public
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references. For references, please provide names, addresses, and current contact information. Be prepared to submit current FAA licenses and certifications. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Qualified applicants may be hired from this pool on an ongoing basis. If you have questions, please contact Deak Arch, Aviation Chair at arch@ohio.edu
This is a pool posting with a rolling application period that will continue through November 17, 2026.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
sick leave, vacation, holidays paid, winter break closure, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20166947S
Job Description
Pool: Certified Flight Instructor 1: Aviation
Position Summary
This is a pool posting with a rolling application period that will continue through November 15, 2025. Qualified applicants may be hired from this pool on an ongoing basis. The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's degree. In addition, applicants must have FAA certifications and licenses showing experience and ratings as a Commercial Pilot, Instrument Pilot, and Certified Flight Instructor with a minimum of 250 flight hours, 100 hours PIC, and 25 hours of actual or simulated instrument time.
Department Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to provide intermittent flight instruction, on an as needed basis, to students enrolled in the University and to students in our Community Flight Program. Provides ground and flight instruction in accordance with Part 141 Syllabus and FARs; Reviews, studies, applies FAR revisions, additions, and changes; Verifies completeness and accuracy of student log books and training needs; Ensures students are prepared and scheduled for stage checks; Ensures student compliance with all policies and procedures of the Aviation Department and the FAA to include ground and flight safety
Representative Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Monitors and maintains airplane safety, conducts airplane maintenance, and pilots aircraft under the Aviation Flight, Aviation Management, and Aviation Technology programs in the research mission of the Avionics Engineering Center.
Performs professional-level work that involves basic, operational problem-solving. Independently resolves day-to-day issues and executes clearly defined tasks. Provides data analysis and informational insights to support decision-making.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None; may assist with training student employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities:
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.
Problem Solving:
Solves routine problems with defined processes and guidance.
Independence of Action:
Works under close supervision.
Communication and Collaboration:
Collaborates with peers and follows guidance from supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's degree. In addition, applicants must have FAA certifications and licenses showing experience and ratings as a Commercial Pilot, Instrument Pilot, and Certified Flight Instructor with a minimum of 250 flight hours, 100 hours PIC, and 25 hours of actual or simulated instrument time. Experience instructing in any field.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience Instructing in any field.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Will involve ground instruction and training flights in university aircraft.
Department
Aviation
Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience and credentials
Job Open Date
11/20/2025
Posting Close Date
11/17/2026
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Months
12 month
Planning Unit: Russ College of Engineering & Technology
Work Schedule
Varies with student flight schedules
Campus: Ohio University Airport, Athens
Expected hours worked per week
At least 25 hours minimum
Expected duration of assignment
Maximum of three years
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Deak Arch, Aviation Chair, arch@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Job Family/Subfamily
Aviation-Generalist
Career Track & Level
IC1
Pay Grade
CA&P|15|
Clery Act Statistics
Public: Open to the public
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references. For references, please provide names, addresses, and current contact information. Be prepared to submit current FAA licenses and certifications. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Qualified applicants may be hired from this pool on an ongoing basis. If you have questions, please contact Deak Arch, Aviation Chair at arch@ohio.edu
This is a pool posting with a rolling application period that will continue through November 17, 2026.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
sick leave, vacation, holidays paid, winter break closure, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20166947S
Job Description
Pool: Certified Flight Instructor 1: Aviation
Position Summary
This is a pool posting with a rolling application period that will continue through November 15, 2025. Qualified applicants may be hired from this pool on an ongoing basis. The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's degree. In addition, applicants must have FAA certifications and licenses showing experience and ratings as a Commercial Pilot, Instrument Pilot, and Certified Flight Instructor with a minimum of 250 flight hours, 100 hours PIC, and 25 hours of actual or simulated instrument time.
Department Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to provide intermittent flight instruction, on an as needed basis, to students enrolled in the University and to students in our Community Flight Program. Provides ground and flight instruction in accordance with Part 141 Syllabus and FARs; Reviews, studies, applies FAR revisions, additions, and changes; Verifies completeness and accuracy of student log books and training needs; Ensures students are prepared and scheduled for stage checks; Ensures student compliance with all policies and procedures of the Aviation Department and the FAA to include ground and flight safety
Representative Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Monitors and maintains airplane safety, conducts airplane maintenance, and pilots aircraft under the Aviation Flight, Aviation Management, and Aviation Technology programs in the research mission of the Avionics Engineering Center.
Performs professional-level work that involves basic, operational problem-solving. Independently resolves day-to-day issues and executes clearly defined tasks. Provides data analysis and informational insights to support decision-making.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None; may assist with training student employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities:
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.
Problem Solving:
Solves routine problems with defined processes and guidance.
Independence of Action:
Works under close supervision.
Communication and Collaboration:
Collaborates with peers and follows guidance from supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's degree. In addition, applicants must have FAA certifications and licenses showing experience and ratings as a Commercial Pilot, Instrument Pilot, and Certified Flight Instructor with a minimum of 250 flight hours, 100 hours PIC, and 25 hours of actual or simulated instrument time. Experience instructing in any field.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience Instructing in any field.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Will involve ground instruction and training flights in university aircraft.
Department
Aviation
Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience and credentials
Job Open Date
11/20/2025
Posting Close Date
11/17/2026
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Months
12 month
Planning Unit: Russ College of Engineering & Technology
Work Schedule
Varies with student flight schedules
Campus: Ohio University Airport, Athens
Expected hours worked per week
At least 25 hours minimum
Expected duration of assignment
Maximum of three years
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Deak Arch, Aviation Chair, arch@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Job Family/Subfamily
Aviation-Generalist
Career Track & Level
IC1
Pay Grade
CA&P|15|
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