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Fairmont State University Flight Instructors - JOIN OUR DATABASE (2025/2026)

Company:
Fairmont State University
Job Location:
Fairmont, West Virginia
Category:
Aviation
Type:
Full-Time
Requisition Number: 2026003TP

Classification Title
Pooled Position: Fairmont State Flight Instructor

OASIS Title
42465X Casual or Seasonal Worker Exempt

Type of Position: T-Job

Grant Funded Position?: No

If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending date: 06/30/2026

Benefits Eligible?: No

Appointment Length: July - June (12 mo)

Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Serves as a flight instructor for Fairmont State University.
  • Will teach flight lessons according to the Fairmont State Part 141 syllabus, including all policies and procedures associated with record keeping.
  • Will instruct on the simulator.
  • Will be responsible for pre- and post-flight briefings.
  • Will report all aircraft problems immediately up discovery.
  • Will keep safety of student and instructor as our top priority and make decisions accordingly with regard to weather, student knowledge and abilities, and other external factors.
  • Will adhere to schedule as posted by Program Manager and Chief.
  • Assist with recruiting activities, including some travel to regional schools and events.
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings.
Minimum Expectations

Instructors must have FAA-approved CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) or CFII (Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument) ratings.

Minimum Qualifications

Instructors must have FAA-approved CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) or CFII (Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument) ratings.

Special Conditions

Work schedule may include evenings and weekends.

Required Licenses and/or Certifications

FAA-approved CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) or CFII (Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument) ratings.

Department: College of Business & Aviation

Employment Location
Aviation Center of Excellence, Bridgeport

Position will report to (title)
Chief Flight Instructor and Program Manager

Anticipated Hire Date: Varies

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants must complete an online application; paper applications cannot be accepted.

If you wish to apply for a flight instructor position, please click on the "apply for this posting" button and submit the following information:
  • -Cover letter.
  • -Resume or Curriculum Vitae that includes flight experience and all FAA certifications/ratings.
  • -Certification/Licensure: Please provide quality color copies of FAA pilot and instructor certificates.
  • -Transcript(s) and letters of recommendation are optional.
Thank you for your interest!

Job Posting Date
06/28/2025

Job Close Date: 06/30/2026

Quicklink for Posting: https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/8301
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