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Coordinator - Ground Operations

  • 498662
  • Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Tennessee, United States
  • College of Basic & Applied Sciences
  • Other
  • Administrative
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Job Title

Coordinator - Ground Operations

Department

Flight Training Program

Salary

$48,920 - $71,585; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

This position reports directly to the Manager of Ground Operations. Coordinate scheduling and dispatching of aircraft used by the MTSU Flight School, including tracking aircraft maintenance events, invoicing, and training activities. Additionally, assist with ramp services, including driving the fuel truck, fueling aircraft, assisting with the deicing, moving aircraft, and preparing aircraft for departure. Supervise part-time flight dispatcher/line service student workers. Perform other related tasks and special projects as assigned.

Required Education

Associate's degree required. A high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of aviation or airport operations experience may be considered instead of the Associate's Degree.

Required Related Experience

Two (2) years of progressively responsible customer service experience. Strong personal computer and related software experience required. Operating mid-sized vans/trucks or similar vehicles.

Desirable Related Experience

Aviation or Airport Operations related experience

Desirable License/Registration/Certification

FAA Dispatch or Pilot certificate, Certified in CPR/AED/First Aid training

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.

 

Application Review Date: August 27, 2026

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