Flight Instructors Job Opening

REPORTS TO: Aviation Director
LOCATION: Caldwell, ID & Ontario, OR
STARTING DATE: As soon as mutually agreed

These positions are two of several staff positions responsible for the flight and ground
instruction of Private Pilot students in the Aviation Applied Science program with Treasure
Valley Community College (TVCC). These positions report to the TVCC Lead Flight
Instructor on all aspects of program operations and provide flight, simulator, and ground
instruction in accordance with Part 61 and 141, FAA regulations, Airmen’s Information
Manual, advisory circulars, airport operations, and Treasure Valley Community College
(TVCC) policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:
To be eligible for the position of Flight Instructor the incumbent must hold at a minimum an
Associate’s Degree.

In addition, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

A. Hold a commercial pilot certificate or an airline transport pilot certificate, and a current
flight instructor certificate (CFI). The certificate must contain the appropriate aircraft
category and class ratings for rotor wing helicopter and instrument rating;

B. Meet the pilot-in-command flight experience requirements of 14 CFR §61 for recent
flight experience under 61.57; and 61 SFAR 73 endorsement for Robinson R-22 helicopter.
Continue to meet the R-22 weight limitation of 240 pounds.

C. Be proficient on instructional skills and ability to train students on the flight procedures
and maneuvers appropriate to the TVCC Aviation program;

D. Hold a current 1st or 2nd Class Medical.

Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in any major emphasis and industry experience with flight and ground
instruction experience. Commercial and Flight Instructor Certificates for helicopter and/or
fixed wing (depending on duties assigned).

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Duties include but are not limited to: 

Schedule students, maintain records, and ensure that course standards, training
requirements, and objectives are met by each student in each flight course. 

Contact and meet with potential new customers. 
Conduct tours of facilities and familiarize customers with TVCC policies, procedures,

and flight training courses. 
Perform those flight instructor duties authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulations

in accordance with the approved Training Course Outline. 
Support and participate in the TVCC Aviation Safety Management System and ensure

students understand and practice all aspects of ASMS. 
Regularly schedule each assigned student to ensure satisfactory progress through

the course and immediately inform supervisor of any delays in training or
satisfactory progress. 

Responsible for the timely course completion of all flight students assigned, including
completion of required paperwork. 

File incident reports as necessary to report any observed safety violations, or
situations that may affect the safety of flight. 

Attend administrative, standardization, in-service training, and instructor
development meetings as assigned. 

Scheduling leased aircraft operations for flight training.
 Ground instruction in classroom and computer-based training program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES 

Safety-first attitude. 
Imparting excitement and enthusiasm into teaching. 
Adapting to a variety of teaching situations and learning styles. 
Communicating effectively in oral and written English. 
Aircraft piloting skills, including familiarity with and ability to perform required flight

maneuvers and procedures. 
Knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations and related administrative

and operational procedures and requirements. 
Ability to work well under pressure in fast-paced and noisy environment while

exercising sound judgment at all times. 
Perform an average of 40 instructional hours per two-week period utilizing a flex-

time, on-demand schedule. 
Maintain 80% pass rate for final review and stage checks. 
Pass TVCC initial and on-going drug and alcohol testing program if required.
 Provide documentation of a satisfactory TSA Pilot security background check.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Usual office working conditions, plus work outside in aircraft cockpit environment. Outside
work is conducted year round in conditions that may include seasonal temperature
variations with weather generally considered to meet visual flight rules. The noise level in
the work area is typical of most aircraft environments, but can be hectic and fast-paced at
times. Most work takes place in office/classroom working conditions, where the noise level
is typical of office environments with telephones, computers, personal interruptions, and
background noises. Significant daily contact in person and by phone with students, staff,
and general public.

Flight instructors will not exceed 12 hours worked including no more than 6 hours flight
instruction given during a single duty day. All instructors are required to take a minimum of
two days off within every 14 consecutive day period.

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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Fixed Wing - This is a part-time (up to 19 hrs per week), Professional position, paid on an
hourly basis, starting at $25.00 per hour. No paid benefits are associated with this
position, other than when required by state and federal law.

Helicopter - This is a part-time (up to 19 hrs per week), Professional position, paid on an
hourly basis, starting at $20.00 per hour. No paid benefits are associated with this
position, other than when required by state and federal law.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete application file consists of the following:

1. A letter of interest stating how you are qualified to perform the duties of the
position;

2. A resume;
3. College transcripts, if any (unofficial are acceptable at this time);
4. A TVCC application for employment. A pdf fillable application may be downloaded at

www.tvcc.cc About TVCC > Jobs at TVCC > Current Openings; and
5. If applicable, a completed DD Form 214 in order to establish veteran preference per

OAR 839-006-0445 and OAR 839-006-0450(3).

APPLICATION DEADLINE
This position will remain open until filled. All application materials should be submitted or
mailed to: Julie Lynch, Treasure Valley Community College, 650 College Boulevard,
Ontario, OR 97914.

The College reserves the right to reject all applicants and ask for a re-opening of the
position or make a direct appointment.