Assistant Manager, Aviation Program

South Dakota State University; Brookings Township (SD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan with 6% matching

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

South Dakota State University is seeking an Assistant Manager in the Aviation Program for the Brookings Airport. This 12-month, full-time role reports to the Director of Aviation Operations and is located in Brookings, SD. The position requires travel and a valid driver's license.

The incumbent will forecast budgets, develop flight schedules, supervise student workers, and administer flight scheduling software while ensuring compliance with university policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree completed by application date.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Adobe software.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• budget forecasting, monitoring and processing financial transactions
• developing flight schedules, monitoring flight operations
• supervising student workers
• administering flight scheduling software

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Adobe software

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Posting Details

Institution: South Dakota State University

Working Title: Assistant Manager, Aviation Program

Posting Number: NFE03227P

Department: SDSU-School of Health & Consumer Sci

Physical Location of Position (City): Brookings

Posting Date: 10/28/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

First Consideration Date: 11/12/2026

Advertised Salary: The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $51,063.

Duration of the Term: 12 months

Appointment Percent: 100

Work Hours: Normal working hours. Some time may be required outside typical business hours.

Appointment Type: Regular

Faculty Status: No

Scope of Search: External (includes Internal)

This position requires: Travel, Valid Drivers License

Posting Text

South Dakota State University (SDState) School of Health and Human Sciences is offering an exciting career opportunity as an Assistant Manager in the Aviation Program. We are looking for a proactive and innovative professional to join us at the Brookings Airport in the Aviation program. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position. This position is supervised by the Director of Aviation Operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• budget forecasting, monitoring and processing financial transactions
• developing flight schedules, monitoring flight operations
• supervising student workers
• administering flight scheduling software

BENEFITS

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits includingmedical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offera generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours ofannual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, andeleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal andstate-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academicinstitutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’sguidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree completed by application date
• At least one year of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience with budget forecasting and account reconciliation
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Adobe software
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work as a contributing team member
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with South Dakota State University or SDBOR in any of the following areas: accounting, finance, or student information systems
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business management, or economics
• Experience with scheduling software
• Experience with flight school program administration or airport operations

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState isthe state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academicprograms and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunitiesfor all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidatesthat can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact the SDSU Director of Aviation Operations, Devin Bastemeyer at 605-688-4336 or [e-mail].

Cognitive Requirements

Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Pace-average, Perform calculations

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Physical Requirements

Climbing Stairs, Driving, Walking, Fine Finger Manipulation(keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting light, Sitting for sustained periods of time

Sensory Requirements

Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses), Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Working Conditions & Exposures

Atmospheric Contaminants (includes odors & fumes), Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Working Around Machinery

Working Environment

Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below)