Aviation Assistant

Salary/Position Classification

• $25.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist students in ATC labs at the discretion of the course instructor
• Instruct students in proper air traffic control procedures
• Proctoring in class quizzes and exams
• Assists students with flight planning during class hours.
• Assists with FAA-required record keeping and audit procedures.
• Will help with the logistics and scheduling students for the practical exam.
• Will be required to communicate on a regular basis with the FAA.
• Assists with note/record keeping during meetings with the FAA.
• Helps administer makeup class hours.
• Will help with the renewal process for UND’s Part 65 dispatch certificate. 

Minimum Requirements

• Attention to Detail.
• Good Oral and Written Communication Skills.
• Organized.
• High level of professionalism.
• Knowledge of 737 systems.
• Knowledge of 121 air carrier operations.
• Can read and utilize both government and Jeppesen charts.
• Strong technical skills.
• Must have taken AVIT 478- Practical Dispatch Applications
• Holds either an FAA dispatch certificate and/or a CFI certificate
• Expertise in dispatch flight planning by hand
• Proficient in Foreflight usage
• Proficient with Excel Spreadsheets
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
• Resume

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.