Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.
Position Information
Business Title Certified Flight Instructor 2 (Pool Posting)
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 May 15, 2027.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
sick leave and retirement.
Posting Number 2016407T
Job Description Summary
Department Summary Position Summary This is a pool posting with a rolling application period that will continue through May 15, 2027. 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, Certified Flight Instructor and Certified Instrument Flight Instructor with a minimum 250 hours, 100 hours PIC and 25 hours of actual or simulated instrument time. Applicants should also meet the requirements of 14 CFR 141.37 and/or 14 CFR 61.195(h).
Position Profile 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.
Level Summary Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.
Supervisory Responsibilities May assist in mentoring or training new employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.
Problem Solving Handles a variety of problems with some independence.
Independence of Action Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.
Communication and Collaboration Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.
Physical Requirements This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications Having the flight instructor certificate for at least 24 months and have provided at least 200 hours of flight training as a flight instructor.
Department Aviation
Pay Rate Commensurate with experience and credentials
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Pay Grade 16
Pay Range $22,296 - $37,098
FLSA Status Exempt
Job Category Administrative at-will appointment
Employment Type part-time term
Job Family Aviation
Job Sub Family Aviation Generalist
Job Level IC2
Job Open Date 06/22/2026
Posting End Date 05/15/2027
Planning Unit Russ College of Engineering & Technology
Work Schedule Varies with student flight schedules
Months 12 month
Campus Athens, Ohio, Ohio University Airport, Albany, Ohio
Expected hours worked per week 27
Expected duration of assignment 12 months
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Deak Arch, Aviation Chair, arch@ohio.edu
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