Associate Professor of Practice & Director

Associate Professor of Practice & Director

Job Posting Number: 2027056APF

Position Description

A full-time Director with aviation experience and expertise is
needed for the new College of Applied Arts (CoAA) Center for
Aviation Excellence. The Director will be integral in development
and administration of the center which will be comprised of planned
degree programs and concentrations – air traffic control, aviation
mechanics, and aviation management. Additional responsibilities of
the Director will include assistance with coordination of existing
aviation degree programs in the College of Applied Arts – fixed
wing and rotor wing. The Director will also contribute to
instruction within the aviation programs based on expertise and
programmatic needs. The Director will report to the Dean of the
CoAA. We welcome applicants with operational expertise, leadership
experience, and a passion for aviation education.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 yrs of aviation experience.
• Minimum of 3 yrs. of aviation leadership experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations and processes.
• Supervisory experience.
• On-the-job instructor (OJTI) experience.
• Leadership experience managing operations, personnel, and

program administration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ATC En Route and Tower

Specialties.

• Experience as a supervisor in aviation field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of fixed wing, rotor wing, and air

traffic control components of aviation.

Full Consideration Date:

Close Date: 11/15/2026

Open Until Filled? No

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About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located
in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful
Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the
Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest
universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and
approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over
50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San
Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas
universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and
the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm
of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks
of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities
throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your

first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State
paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your
dependents!

• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many

more!

• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly

resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness
program

• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a

variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access
educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic
courses

• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks

offered on and off-campus

• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and

voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of
the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the
nation.

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