Associate Professor of Practice & Director

Texas State University; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Work-life balance resources

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive university community

Retirement plans

Job summary

Texas State University is seeking an Associate Professor of Practice & Director for the new Center for Aviation Excellence in the College of Applied Arts. The role requires aviation leadership, program development, and coordination of air traffic control, aviation mechanics, and aviation management programs.

The Director will oversee center development, assist with existing aviation degree programs, contribute to instruction, and report to the Dean of the CoAA.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 yrs of aviation experience and 3 yrs of aviation leadership experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations and processes.
• Supervisory experience and on-the-job instructor (OJTI) experience.
• Experience managing operations, personnel, and program administration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer the Center for Aviation Excellence within the CoAA.
• Coordinate existing aviation degree programs across fixed wing, rotor wing, and ATC.
• Contribute to instruction in aviation programs based on expertise and needs.
• Report to the Dean of the College of Applied Arts (CoAA).
• Provide operational leadership and drive program development and partnerships.

Skills

Aviation leadership

Aviation experience

FAA regulations knowledge

Supervisory experience

OJTI experience

Operations management

Education

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Associate Professor of Practice & Director

Job Posting Number: 2027056APF

Position Description

A full-time Director with aviation experience and expertise is needed for the new College of Applied Arts (CoAA) Center for Aviation Excellence. The Director will be integral in development and administration of the center which will be comprised of planned degree programs and concentrations – air traffic control, aviation mechanics, and aviation management. Additional responsibilities of the Director will include assistance with coordination of existing aviation degree programs in the College of Applied Arts – fixed wing and rotor wing. The Director will also contribute to instruction within the aviation programs based on expertise and programmatic needs. The Director will report to the Dean of the CoAA. We welcome applicants with operational expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for aviation education.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 yrs of aviation experience.
• Minimum of 3 yrs. of aviation leadership experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations and processes.
• Supervisory experience.
• On-the-job instructor (OJTI) experience.
• Leadership experience managing operations, personnel, and program administration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ATC En Route and Tower Specialties.
• Experience as a supervisor in aviation field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of fixed wing, rotor wing, and air traffic control components of aviation.

Full Consideration Date:

Close Date: 11/15/2026

Open Until Filled? No

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.