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Job Description

The Opportunity

The Regional Director for the Aerospace Career Academy (ACA) is responsible for the comprehensive oversight and administration of middle school, high school, and dual enrollment Embry Riddle aerospace programs across the designated counties in Florida. This role serves as the primary liaison among teachers, administrative personnel, and district staff, ensuring seamless program operation and fostering a robust learning environment. Key responsibilities include facilitating the enrollment and onboarding process for all ACA aerospace programs in the region, and addressing any issues related to scheduling, course selection, credentialing, and instructor management. The Regional Director will troubleshoot and resolve challenges, ensuring timely and effective solutions.

In addition, the Regional Director must stay informed and actively participate in all DOE and CTE updates impacting the aerospace program, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines, including regulations on products from countries of concern and drone usage. Event planning and execution are crucial aspects of the role, with responsibilities including the organization of regional competition events. Establishing and maintaining partnerships with industry leaders to support program initiatives and student opportunities is essential, as is regular classroom engagement to provide support and instruction on specialized aerospace topics.

Active recruitment of schools and districts for the aerospace programs, participation in field trips, special events, science nights, and other extracurricular activities to promote the program is also expected. The Regional Director must continuously assess and improve program delivery to meet educational goals and standards, making necessary adjustments as the industry and needs change. Flexibility is key, as duties and responsibilities will evolve with the changing landscape of education and the aerospace industry.

To excel in this role, the candidate should have extensive experience in program management, preferably within an educational setting. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, are essential. Knowledge of state and federal educational guidelines and regulations is also required. The ideal candidate will possess leadership and team management skills, strategic planning and execution abilities, conflict resolution and problem-solving expertise, industry networking and partnership development capabilities, effective communication and interpersonal skills, and adaptability and innovation in educational practices.

The Regional Director for the ACA plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of aerospace education in the panhandle counties, ensuring that programs run smoothly and effectively while fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment for all students. A background in aviation is preferred but not required.

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For 100 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

Qualifications

Required Education:
Master's degree. Area of study: Education or aerospace-related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

FAA pilot, advanced ground instructor, or maintenance certification.

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310413. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter
• Full CV
• Statements of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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