Job Description:
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 36 majors.
Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.
Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.
Mount Royal University’s Aviation diploma program has been in operation since 1970. The two-year program operates eight aircraft at Springbank Airport along with three simulators. In addition to a Diploma in Aviation, students can graduate with a Commercial Pilot License and Group 1 Instrument Rating, with an option for some students to complete a Flight Instructor Rating after the diploma.
Reporting to the Chair, the simulator instructor will oversee the flight simulator portions of the aviation flight training courses (FLTR) and curriculum for the Aviation Diploma program. The majority of the role will be conducting the simulator instruction. Most instruction will be one-on-one but will occasionally be up to 4 students at a time. The instructor will monitor progress, note areas of curriculum that need improving based on student results and will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of 3 simulators – 2 on campus and 1 at Springbank campus.
The purpose is to have one person provide a cohesive training program, and being able to work full time with simulator training will provide a better sense of the strengths and weaknesses of the program and where curriculum can be improved. This would make one person responsible for the simulator program of the Diploma, working with the Chief Flight Instructor and Chair.
Most of the work will be at the main campus, but occasional travel to Springbank campus is also required.
- Conduct simulator instruction, teaching Aviation Diploma students in the flight simulator
- Review flight curriculum, assessing areas of strengths/weaknesses and communicating this with the flight instructor team
- Observe trends in student progress
- Conduct overall program improvement, aiming to benefit the students and improve the flight instructor techniques
- New program development for 2 crew operations
- Develop scenarios and content for students to experience advanced two crew operations to prepare them for their jobs after graduation
- Meet with aviation industry members who are partners of the aviation program
- Answer emails, phone calls and conduct in person meetings
- Gather input from industry contacts on curriculum improvements
- Conduct simulator maintenance and create and update simulator operating guides
- Contact Alsim in France and work with them to resolve issues
- Ensure uninterrupted flight training for students and protocols for instructors operating the simulator
- Two-Year Diploma from a University or equivalent
- Commercial Pilot License and Group 1 Instrument Rating is required at a minimum by Transport Canada in order to teach the aviation curriculum
- 3 - 5 year of related experience in the aviation industry is required, such as charter / air taxi, airline or flight instructing
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- The ability to analyze, problem solve and create a curriculum is essential
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.
At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.
Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.
Our campus offers the convenience of a medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.
Salary: $64,532 - $81,690 per annum
Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate found
A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.
