Aviation Maintenance Technology Instructor

Northwest Mississippi Community College seeks a full-time, 10-month instructor for the Aviation Maintenance Technology program at the Olive Branch Center. The selected instructor will provide modern instruction, foster a professional learning environment, and support the colleges reputation for delivering quality instruction and preparing highly trained graduates for employment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in:
• Aviation maintenance
• Prior work experience must include:
• Maintenance of aircraft
• Inspection of aircraft
• Alterations to powerplants and airframes
• Repairs to powerplants and airframes
• Heavy and/or light category aircraft
• Associate of Applied Science degree preferred in:
• Aviation Maintenance Technology
• Or a directly related field
• Must be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a mechanic with:
• Airframe rating
• Powerplant rating (A&P certification)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous teaching and/or training experience in aviation maintenance preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all requirements of college and industry partners are met
• Maintain compliance with all FAA requirements
• Maintain professionalism with students, coworkers, and community members
• Provide excellent classroom and laboratory instruction in aviation maintenance using modern teaching methods and career-focused learning experiences
• Prepare lesson plans, job sheets, and laboratory demonstrations
• Recommend curriculum updates to maintain program relevance
• Monitor student progress, including internship participants
• Collaborate with instructors and support staff
• Continuously improve teaching methods and aviation maintenance skills
• Maintain compliance with all professional licensing requirements, including FAA standards
• Teach course material according to syllabus, catalog, and employer expectations
• Prepare and grade examinations and assignments in a timely manner
• Implement outcomes assessment and maintain student satisfaction standards
• Encourage student engagement and retention
• Begin and end classes on schedule with full instructional periods
• Maintain accurate attendance, grade, and reporting records
• Submit reports required by NWCC, the Mississippi Community College Board, FAA, and other partners
• Attend faculty meetings, in-service meetings, and college events
• Participate in campus and community extracurricular activities
• Supervise laboratory experiences
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment
• Maintain inventory of assigned equipment and tools
• Maintain an active advisory committee with at least two meetings annually
• Visit industry partners to maintain employer relationships and monitor internships
• Advice and counsel students
• Assist students with employment placement
• Serve on faculty committees
• Participate in required training and professional development activities
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Associate VP for Workforce & Career Tech Education in support of the College mission

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the instructor is regularly required to do the following:

• Stand for long periods
• Talk, hear, view, and assist students
• Communicate with others in person, telephone, zoom, & live chat
• Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
• Stand, walk, stoop, or kneel
• Occasionally lift and/or move items of at least 15-20 pounds

APPLICATION

Interested applicants, should attach and submit the following:

• Application at www.northwestms.edu
• Transcript
• Resume
• Three (3) Professional References (Name, Email and Phone Number)
• Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services.

Accreditation

Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOCs website (www.sacscoc.org).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu.

Safety Statement

The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.

Background Check Statement

Northwest Mississippi Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. NWCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.