Faculty Specialist I / Faculty Specialist II - Lecturer - Tenure Track
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For the submission of "other" documents, please provide copies of a valid
A&P certificate as well as any other FAA certificates.
Position Details
Posting Summary
College College Of Aviation
Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department College of Aviation
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F310P
Job Type Tenure Track
Pay Type Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade FS1/FS2
Campus Location WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation
Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies 1
General Summary The College of Aviation at Western Michigan University invites applications for an academic year, tenure-track faculty position in the technical operations program. The College offers three distinct academic programs, providing faculty members the opportunity to teach within a specialized area of expertise or across multiple disciplines. Applicants will join a supportive and collegial environment that values collaboration among students, faculty, and staff. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic community and to bring professional maintenance experience into the classroom and lab to enhance student learning.
Major Duties
Teach up to 15 credits in the fall and spring for a total of no more than
30 credits of regularly scheduled courses or their equivalent over an
academic year.
Fulfill curriculum development as part of normal workload.
Carry out any administrative tasks assigned as part of normal workload.
Fulfill bargaining unit workload requirements with equivalent
administrative work.
Serve as a resource for the college by participating in service work
related to various committees, professional societies, and community
organizations.
Be available to assist students with course advising, orientation, and
individual mentoring.
Encourage and support student involvement in student organizations and
internships.
Maintain the diverse curricula by maintaining appropriate qualifications,
proficiencies, and certificates to comply with federal and accreditation
requirements.
Maintaining relevant relationships with the aviation industry and
community.
Developing and refining program activities and laboratory equipment.
Other duties assigned by the Chair.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited institution.
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification.
Significant related work experience in Aviation Maintenance.
Desired Qualifications
Earned graduate-level degree or doctorate from an accredited institution.
Collegiate teaching experience.
Excellent communication skills, including computer skills.
FAA flight, dispatcher, AGI, IGI and/or inspection.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For the submission of “other” documents, please provide copies of a valid
A&P certificate as well as any other FAA certificates.
Additional Position Information
WMU's College of Aviation has a storied 85-year history. With three
distinct programs in flight, maintenance, and management, the College
attracts students and faculty from all over the world. As a world-renowned
program with one of the most modern fleets in collegiate aviation, WMU
seeks to expand its students' aviation opportunities. The College of
Aviation offers its employees generous educational benefits, opportunities
to train the next generation of aviators, and an excellent quality of
life.
Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees
including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance,
retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission
for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits
available for this position, go to:https: // wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-
faculty
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
List of References
Other
Optional Documents
