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BCGEU Faculty, Aviation Operations Programs

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Position Title BCGEU Faculty, Aviation Operations Programs
Who We Are
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Position Summary
BCIT’s School of Transportation is seeking temporary, full-time BCGEU Faculty, Aviation Operations Programs.
Come share your passion for aviation with the next generation of learners at BCIT!

BCIT’s Aviation Operations team in the School of Transportation requires temporary faculty members (up to 100% FTE) at our Aerospace Technology Campus in Richmond to teach in the Aviation Management and Operations, Airline and Flight Operations Fixed and Rotary Wing diploma programs , in the Associate Certificate in Airport Operations program, and future Flexible Learning (former Part Time Studies) courses.
Please note: Appointments will be of varying durations, providing temporary coverage for both pre-scheduled and unplanned absences for full-time, permanent faculty.

We are looking for experience in the follow subject areas:
  • Foundation Skills, including communication, leadership, project management, teamwork skills and technical writing
  • Airline and Airport Operations
  • Aviation Safety and Emergency Response
  • Aviation Business and Management
  • Aviation Statistics and Introductory Data Analytics
  • Aircraft Simulator Operation (ALSIM 250, X-Plane, 737 Max and Q400)
Duties & Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Teaching, evaluation and preparation for both online remote delivery and in-person delivery
  • Administrative responsibilities, including assignments, examination marking and student marking.
  • Curriculum maintenance and program enhancement.
  • Administrative processes required to ensure appropriate resources are in place to deliver training.
  • Working collaboratively with other instructors, Department Heads, and Associate Dean.
  • Other duties directly related to the support and delivery of the programs.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of a diploma or higher education in the areas of Business Administration, Adult Education, and/or related aviation programmes.
  • Five years or more of experience in aviation management and/or operations
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Competent with various educational technologies including learning management systems, simulation software, MS Office, Outlook and virtual meeting platforms.
  • Experience in operating a flight simulator, desktop and/or ALSIM 250
  • A minimum of five years of experience developing course material and instructing in online and/or face-to-face delivery modes
  • Proven track record of working collaboratively and collegially with faculty and staff
  • Completion of an instructional techniques course or the Provincial Instructor Diploma an asset.
Additional Information
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

  • Competitive pay
  • Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
  • Professional Development funds and resources
  • Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more


BCIT values diverse experiences, ideas, cultures and perspectives and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. If you require accessibility accommodations during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact RecruitmentAssistant@bcit.ca so we can best support you. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal, email applications will not be accepted.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).
Salary Range Salary Range: $78,133 - $115,805 per annum.
Additional Salary Information
Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment.
Position Details

Posting Category Faculty
School/Service Area SOT Aerospace Programs
Campus Location Aerospace Technology campus
Bargaining Unit BCGEU Faculty
Job Status Temporary
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Start Date 02/26/2024
Anticipated End Date 12/31/2024
Competition Information

Competition Number 24GEUF80
Competition Open Date 02/10/2024
Competition Close Date 12/31/2024
Open Until Filled? No
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/8111

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Certificate
    • Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PHD
  2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-2
    • 3-5
    • 6-9
    • 10+
  3. * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
    • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
  4. * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents