Aviation Instructor/Program Coordinator

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Job Posting Title

Aviation Instructor/Program Coordinator

Position Type

Faculty

Department

LSUA ASA - Department of Academic Affairs (Eamon Gerald Halpin (00011143))

Work Location

LSU - Alexandria

Pay Grade

Academic

Job Description

Purpose: To serve as an instructor and program coordinator in the Aviation Program

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 hours of aviation courses, including ground courses, at both lower and upper levels.
• Assist in academic advising of aviation students and monitoring their progress towards meeting both degree requirements and FAA certification requirements.
• Assist in monitoring effectiveness of aviation curriculum and associated courses and contribute ideas for improvement as needed.
• Contribute to development and implementation of initiatives to recruit new students.
• Contribute to efforts to establish strong relationships with other aviation-related organizations, companies, and school operating in the region.
• Serve on university committees as needed.
• Provide service to community as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aviation or Bachelor's degree in Aviation with at least 15 years of instructor experience (CFI, CFII, MEI) with a reputable flight school.
• Strong communication skills. Ability to motivate and engage with students.
• Self-motivated, cooperative, flexible, creative.

Additional Job Description

Competencies

None

Special Instructions

• Please attach a Resume/CV, a cover letter, 3 references and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
• Please attach all transcripts to your application. A background check is required for hire.
• Questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at (318) 473-6401 or [email hidden].

Posting Date

April 7, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified)

Additional Position Information

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N)

LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hr@lsua.edu