Airline Pilot Central Forums - Compass Pilot Ground Instructor Position???

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Originally Posted by UnlimitedAkro (Post 524887)

I have not heard of any instructor hiring though I know a few pilots on the line who said they are interested. The sim comes in the spring and the training dept will be moved to minneapolis then as well. I just had not heard anything formal yet about hiring IPs.

Pilot Ground Instructor
Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul
Job Code: 10053
# of openings: 1

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Description
Pilot Ground Instructor

Compass Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Northwest Airlines, Inc., is currently seeking a Pilot Ground Instructor at its Minneapolis/St. Paul location. As a start up operation, we have an immediate need for someone with exceptional business judgment and discretion as well as the initiative and competence to make a significant contribution to the organization.

The Pilot Ground Instructor executes ground training programs and oversees the testing, grading and record keeping of ground training events. Conducts classroom or other ground instruction, employing the necessary training aids in accordance with the Company training program. Assists with the development and production of ground training courseware.

Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
An instructional/training background or equivalent experience is essential.
Will have extensive training experience in aviation or aviation related fields.
Knowledge of Part 91 and Part 121 flight rules
Willing to learn and demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of Compass Airlines’ Flight Crewmember policies, procedures and processes.
Must be legal to work in the United States (A citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work)

Job Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Must have ability to instruct trainee pilots in all aspects of the training curriculum.
To perform duties, must have PC skills including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook and Powerpoint.
Must be able to read and understand technical publications and regulations and apply them to training material on a regular basis.
Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to communicate clearly and concisely to all levels of the organization.
Must demonstrate creativity in materials development, putting together information in a way that will engage the audience and keep their interest.

Job Specifics
Position is based in Minneapolis Minnesota.
May include alternative work schedules
Typically working in a classroom setting, sitting at a desk or table, using a desk top PC during work.

All applicants must submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Interested applicants should use the “Apply for this position” button below. All submissions must include salary requirements. Local candidates preferred.

Compass Airlines is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, religion, color, disabled or veteran status, national origin, gender, age, citizenship status or other protected class status covered by federal, state or local law.