Job Details
Position Information
Position Title
Department Chair
Working Title
Associate/Full Professor, Chair of Aviation Department
Department
210210-Aviation
Pay Rate
Per Faculty Salary Model
FTE
1.0
FLSA
Exempt
Position Number
997582
Classification
Faculty
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Note: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
Candidates must complete an online faculty profile found at and apply to position 997582.
Candidates should submit (1) a cover letter that outlines the applicant's interest, qualifications, and experience for the position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) unofficial transcripts for all awarded degrees; (4) list three professional references, including names, address, phone number and email. You are welcome to include other documentation of teaching effectiveness with the application. Only completed online faculty profiles with attached documents will be received for this position.
If contacted for an interview, three (3) formal letters of reference and official transcripts for all awarded degrees will be required.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The desired starting date for this appointment is July 1, 2024. This is a 12-month appointment.
Direct inquiries regarding this position to: Dr. Betsy Kreisel at ...@ucmo.ed 660-###-####.
For information about the online application process, contact Human Resources at ...@ucmo.edu or (660)###-####.
UCM requires that all faculty applicants complete the online faculty profile. All documents requested must be attached to the profile at the time of application. Only completed faculty profiles with attached documents will be accepted for this position.
The University of Central Missouri is an AA/ EEO / ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Working hours:
Professional Faculty Hours
Bargaining Unit
No
Work Location
Warrensburg Campus
Posting Date
02/20/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Purpose
Applicants selected will be expected to provide leadership to and serve as the primary representative for all activities and operations of UCM Department of Aviation. Additionally, the chair will engage in strong classroom teaching and research activities appropriate for a university accredited by the AABI as well as appropriate service activities. The position is open to any specialist in Aviation.
Education & Formal Training
Master's degree (Specify field(s) of study below), Doctorate degree (Specify field(s) of study below)
Other Education & Formal Training
Ph.D. in Aviation or a relevant field is preferred. A Master's degree and extensive aviation experience is required.
Computer Skills
Experience
Excellent communication skills and the ability to use a variety of teaching approaches, possibility including distance education.
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:
Attention to detail, Budget-related skills, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Supervisory skills, including motivation, delegation of duties, evaluation, etc, Management and/or administration skills, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality
Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
Physical & Environmental Factors:
Special Working Conditions:
Ability to Keyboard
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you understand that the university requires a background check for this position and that any job offer made to the selected candidate is contingent upon the results of this check? (Open Ended Question)
- * Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship to acquire or maintain U.S. work authorization?
Required DocumentsRequired Documents - References
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Vitae
Optional Documents - Documentation of Teaching Effectiveness