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Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.

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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 andupper 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 protected].

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 [email protected]

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