Instructor, Aviation/Air Traffic Management

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Dakota, in Grand Forks, ND, invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure track Instructor in Aviation/Air Traffic Management. The position starts January 1, 2027, is onsite, and includes a $75,000 annual salary.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate aviation and air traffic courses, participate in the Dispatcher Program, advise students, and serve on committees. A Bachelor's in ATM and FAA Dispatcher certification are required, along with a background check.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Air Traffic Management is required.
• Two years of professional experience in ATM/education is required.
• Certification as an FAA Dispatcher is required.
• Criminal History Background Check must be cleared.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate aviation courses and air traffic courses.
• Teach and assist in the Dispatcher Program.
• Advise students on academic and career goals.
• Serve on departmental, college and university committees.
• Supervise students conducting scholarly activities.

Skills

Broad aviation course teaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Air Traffic Management

FAA Dispatcher Certification

Job description

Instructor, Aviation/Air Traffic Management

• 499757

• Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

• Full-time Faculty

Salary/Position Classification

• $75,000 Annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

The Department of Aviation at the University of North Dakota seeks qualified applicants for a 12-month, non-tenure track, faculty position at the rank of Instructor. Anticipated start date for this position is January 1, 2027.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • Teaching various aviation courses (standard Department teaching load for Instructors) at the undergraduate level.
  • Teaching various air traffic courses, with an emphasis on terminal and enroute radar and non-radar courses.
  • Teaching and assisting in the Dispatcher Program
  • Advising students on academic and career aspirations.
  • Serving on departmental, college and university committees, as assigned.
  • Supervising students conducting scholarly activities. - (Essential)

Required Competencies

• Ability to teach and develop a broad array of aviation courses at the undergraduate level.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Air Traffic Management.
• Two years of professional experience in ATM/education.
• Certification as an FAA Dispatcher
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of established record of successful, collegiate-level classroom teaching in aviation.