Aviation Professor

Central Washington University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Aviation to join our team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role is a critical member of our faculty as they contribute to the growth and development of our Aviation program. The position is a campus-based appointment, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students. We offer a competitive salary, ranging from $75,000 to $85,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

We are a team of dedicated professionals committed to Changing Students' Lives. Our university provides a unique opportunity for career growth and choice, with a diverse range of academics, libraries, athletics, and recreational facilities. Central Washington University has been recognized as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution and a recipient of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award.

We offer a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, and a wellness incentive program. Learn more about our benefits and perks.

The Role:

Central Washington University is seeking a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach in the Professional Pilot program. The successful candidate will teach courses related to their area of expertise, advise students, contribute to the advancement of the department, engage in scholarship, and provide service to the university and the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned Master's degree, preferably in Aviation, Business, Education, Management, or Safety (with advanced flight ratings and five years aviation industry experience)
• Logged flight hours equivalent to an FAA Part 141 Assistant Chief Instructor
• Demonstrated success in teaching at the college or university level
• Willingness to teach a wide range of courses at all levels and through various modalities
• Research, teaching, service, or other experience that has prepared the candidate to contribute to CWU's commitment to the engagement and inclusion of culturally diverse students
• Experience working effectively in a team-based environment, seeking continuous improvement and adherence to the university philosophy

Preferred Qualifications:

• University-level teaching experience
• Experience in flight program curriculum development and improvement
• Scholarship/creative activities interests
• Service interests
• Earned Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) preferably in Aviation, Business, Education, Management, or Safety
• Collegiate Aviation teaching experience
• Experience working with a diverse student population
• Experience or interest in developing and teaching online courses
• Experience in curriculum development and improvement
• Demonstrated participation in programs designed to promote inclusion
• A record of promoting inclusivity in classrooms and academic work environments
• Experience or interest in mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds
• Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into curriculum and classroom conversations
• Research program that reflects the needs of minority or underserved populations
• Demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students through teaching and/or mentoring activities
• Demonstrated training in and/or experience in implementing anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion-related materials or pedagogical practices in credit-bearing courses, certificate programs, or professional development type trainings, workshops, or seminars

Competencies:

• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines, and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create an environment that supports and embraces diversity.