<p>Overview</p> <p>Under general direction and guidance, the Certified Flight Instructor provides leadership and direction for flight students in Logan, Utah. Incumbent serves as a mentor to flight instructors and students alike; assists to ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Training Course Outline, and USU operational procedures in the training of students; maintains continuous education, follows all operating procedures, and meticulously completes assignments. In addition to assisting with other assignments from chief and assistant chief flight instructors.</p> <p>Instructors will be hired at a FULL TIME BENEFITED position.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Supervises flight training activities and flight students </li><li>Monitors and evaluates flight performance </li><li>Advises the lead flight instructors </li><li>Performs stage checks, end-of-course tests, and flight instructor proficiency checks </li><li>Ensures compliance with FARs </li><li>Assists in conducting initial and annual recurrent standardization of flight instructors </li><li>Assists in the development and maintenance of standardized teaching techniques and procedures </li><li>Participates in recruitment, interviews, and recommendations of prospective flight instructors </li><li>Interviews prospective students and parents </li><li>Monitors progress of students and student training records </li><li>Maintains safety manual and assists in teaching classes on campus, at airports, or as directed </li><li>Schedules and leads meetings with flight instructor staff </li><li>Performs other duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Hold Airplane Single/Multi Engine Commercial Certificates with at least a second-class medical endorsement </li><li>Current CFI Certificate for Airplane and Certified Flight Instructor Instrument rating (CFII) </li><li>Meet PIC recent flight experience requirements of FAR Part 61.57 </li><li>Effective written and oral communication skills </li><li>Ability to work with a wide range of audiences </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>G1000 Experience </li><li>DA40 Experience </li><li>CFI Initial qualified </li><li>Jet flight and simulator experience </li><li>Teaching in 141 training environment </li><li>Previous flight instruction provided </li><li>No deviations or violations </li></ul> <p>Required Documents</p> <p>Along with the online application, please attach:</p> <ol> <li> <p>Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"2. Cover Letter (class schedule) to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"</p> </li><li> <p>Copy of FAA ratings to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"</p> </li></ol> <p>Document size may not exceed 10 MB.</p> <p>Advertised Salary</p> <p>Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits</p> <p>ADA</p> <p>Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.</p> <p>University Highlights</p> <p>Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.</p> <p>USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties.</p> <p>Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.</p> <p>Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.</p> <p>The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.</p> <ul> <li>updated 09/2025 </li></ul> <p>Notice of Non-discrimination</p> <p>In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.</p> <p>Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.</p> <p>Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.</p> <p>In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.</p> <p>The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU's non-discrimination policies:</p> <p>Matthew Pinner</p> <p>Executive Director</p> <p>Civil Rights & Title IX Office</p> <p>matthew.pinner@usu.edu</p> <p>435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 401D</p> <p>1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322</p> <p>Cody Carmichael</p> <p>Title IX Coordinator</p> <p>cody.carmichael@usu.edu</p> <p>435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 402D</p> <p>1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322</p> <p>For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:</p> <p>U.S. Department of Education</p> <p>Denver Regional Office</p> <p>303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov</p> <p>U.S. Department of Education</p> <p>Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights</p> <p>800-421-3481 | OCR@ed.gov</p> <ul> <li>updated 10/2025 </li></ul>