Aviation Operations Specialist

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is accepting applications for a full-time, exempt, Contingent Category II contractual Aviation Operations Specialist in the Department of Aviation Sciences.

The position supports the safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant operation of the University's aviation programs and will be assigned primarily to either Flight Training or Aircraft Maintenance, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate and departmental needs.

The position is located primarily at the UMES Aviation facility at Salisbury–Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (KSBY), with occasional duties at the UMES main campus in Princess Anne, Maryland.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000

Benefits: Benefits other than leave are subject to change by action of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the University System of Maryland, or the State of Maryland. The minimum benefits to be provided to all Contingent Category II employees, on an annual basis, are listed below. These benefits shall be prorated for contracts of less than one year and for less than full-time employment.

• Health Insurance - Contingent Category II employees may participate in the State Health Insurance Program and Prescription Plans that are available to state employees. Additionally, Contingent II employees may participate in supplemental retirement plans approved by the State of Maryland and the USM per laws and regulations. • Annual Leave - Five (5) days of accrued annual • Sick Leave - Three (3) days of accrued sick leave • Holidays -Eight (8) holidays – New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

Responsibilities • Support daily aviation operations, scheduling, dispatch, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance. • Maintain student training, aircraft, maintenance, and operational records as applicable. • Support FAA Part 141 documentation, inspections, audits, accreditation activities, and departmental reporting. • Support the Department's Safety Management System and related safety activities. • Track aircraft availability, maintenance status, student progress, and other operational information. • Coordinate with instructors, maintenance personnel, vendors, airport personnel, and University offices. • Perform certificated aviation duties within the privileges and limitations of FAA certificates held. • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Flight Training Assignment Employees assigned primarily to Flight Training may: • Provide flight, ground, and simulator instruction. • Support student training records, scheduling, dispatch, and TCO compliance. • Conduct progress or stage checks when appropriately qualified and authorized.

Aircraft Maintenance Assignment Employees assigned primarily to Aircraft Maintenance may: • Perform or assist with aircraft inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. • Maintain aircraft maintenance, inspection, and Airworthiness Directive compliance records. • Support maintenance scheduling, parts, tooling, hangar operations, and coordination with outside maintenance providers.

Preference Minimum Qualifications: Education/Experience: • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of three years of related aviation experience.

Degree Consideration Note: o Candidates without a bachelor's degree may also be considered when they possess an associate degree, the FAA certificates or ratings required for the assigned functional area, and a minimum of four years of directly related aviation industry experience.

Additional Preferences Qualifications: • Experience in collegiate aviation or an FAA Part 141 environment. • Experience with aviation Safety Management Systems, regulatory compliance, or audits. Flight Training: CFII, MEI, AGI, IGI, or other advanced instructor qualifications. Aircraft Maintenance: Inspection Authorization.

Preference (Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications); • Strong oral and written communication, organization, time-management, and recordkeeping skills. Ability to work independently, coordinate aviation operations, and apply applicable procedures and regulatory requirements. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and aviation scheduling, dispatch, training-record, or maintenance-tracking systems. • Ability to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs.

Licenses/ Certifications: Applicants must meet the FAA certification requirements for at least one functional area:

Physical Demands: • Manual dexterity, physical mobility, and some physical strength/stamina. • May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk. • May require lifting. • Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. • Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in related field.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Knowledge of organizational principles and time management practices. Skill in project management, including planning, coordinating, tracking progress, and ensuring successful completion of initiatives within established timelines. Skill in verbal and written communication to clearly convey information, prepare correspondence, and interact effectively with diverse stakeholders. Ability to analyze complex information, identify issues, and evaluate options. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail.

Additional Job Description Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, copies of relevant FAA certificates and ratings, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Department UMES-BNTC-Department of Aviation Sciences

Worker Sub-Type Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range $60,000 - $75,000

EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.