COORDINATOR, AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING - STRUCTURES

Faculty of Trades and Technology

Location: Cold Lake Campus

Job number: 24-022

Position type: Full-time continuous

Posting date: July 31, 2024

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Closing date: Until a suitable candidate is found


ABOUT THE POSITION

Portage College is recruiting a Coordinator to contribute to the success of the College’s Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Structures (AME-S) program. Reporting to the Dean of Trades and Technology, the Coordinator has the dual role of providing leadership for the AME-S program (including working with Transport Canada) and providing direct program instruction to students. Some of the responsibilities include:

• Facilitate the implementation and communication of the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Structures program consistent with Portage College’s provincial mandate and strategic vision, mission, and goals.
• Liaise with Transport Canada as the Person Responsible for Training (PRT).
• Theory and practical instruction in the AME-S.
• Curriculum development and/or revision.
• Review and develop exams, quizzes and other evaluation material for students in alignment with accrediting agency.
• Manage and evaluate student progress in the program.
• Responsible for promoting and ensuring safe working habits.
• Maintain lab and classroom equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be a licensed AME or equivalent (such as Aircraft Structures Technician), with 6+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance. Preference will be given to those with an AME-S license.
• Prior instructional experience in industry, post-secondary, or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong focus on learner experience and success, and experience in program planning, development, and administration.
• Strong skills in leadership, team building, and human resource management.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with diverse internal and external groups.
• Strong computer skills, specifically with MS Office suite.
• Knowledge or experience with Moodle or other Learning Management Systems (LMS) would be an asset.
• Successful applicant will be required to provide a current police information check.

As a member of the Faculty Association, our instructors have access to a number of benefits that include generous vacation days (42 vacation days/year plus other paid time off), participation in the College pension plan, excellent health and dental benefits, and access to a strong professional development fund that allows employees to grow and develop professionally by taking college or university courses, or attending conferences or workshops.


HOW TO APPLY

Portage College is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society.

Please note we do not accept third-party resume and cover letter submissions.

The College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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