Faculty Specialist I / Faculty Specialist II - Lecturer - Tenure Track

Position Details

• Posting Summary: College College Of Aviation
• Executive Area: Provost & VP Academic Affairs
• Department: College of Aviation
• Posting Detail Information:
• Posting Number: F310P
• Job Type: Tenure Track
• Pay Type: Exempt Salaried
• Pay Grade: FS1FS2
• Campus Location: WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation
• Salary Range: Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience combined with an excellent benefits package.
• Number of Vacancies: 1

General Summary

The College of Aviation at Western Michigan University invites applications for an academic year tenure-track faculty position in the technical operations program. The College offers three distinct academic programs providing faculty members the opportunity to teach within a specialized area of expertise or across multiple disciplines. Applicants will join a supportive and collegial environment that values collaboration among students, faculty, and staff. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic community and to bring professional maintenance experience into the classroom and lab to enhance student learning.

Major Duties

• Teach up to 15 credits in the fall and spring for a total of no more than 30 credits of regularly scheduled courses or their equivalent over an academic year.
• Fulfill curriculum development as part of normal workload.
• Carry out any administrative tasks assigned as part of normal workload.
• Fulfill bargaining unit workload requirements with equivalent administrative work.
• Serve as a resource for the college by participating in service work related to various committees, professional societies, and community organizations.
• Be available to assist students with course advising, orientation, and individual mentoring.
• Encourage and support student involvement in student organizations and internships.
• Maintain the diverse curricula by maintaining appropriate qualifications, proficiencies, and certificates to comply with federal and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain relevant relationships with the aviation industry and community.
• Develop and refine program activities and laboratory equipment.
• Other duties assigned by the Chair.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related area from an accredited institution.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification.
• Significant related work experience in Aviation Maintenance.

Desired Qualifications

• Earned graduate-level degree or doctorate from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate teaching experience.
• Excellent communication skills including computer skills.
• FAA flight dispatcher, AGI, IGI, and/or inspection.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For the submission of other documents, please provide copies of a valid A&P certificate as well as any other FAA certificates.

Additional Position Information

WMUs College of Aviation has a storied 85-year history. With three distinct programs in flight maintenance and management, the College attracts students and faculty from all over the world. As a world-renowned program with one of the most modern fleets in collegiate aviation, WMU seeks to expand its students aviation opportunities.

The College of Aviation offers its employees generous educational benefits, opportunities to train the next generation of aviators, and an excellent quality of life. Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents.

To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://wmich.edu/hrenrollment-faculty

Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents:
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References
• Other Optional Documents: [None specified]