Flight crew scheduler job description

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**Flight Operations**

The Flight Operations team includes aircraft pilots and pilot support.

**Job overview and responsibilities**

To develop and implement training scheduling plans to support the overall staffing plan in the most cost effective manner optimizing both instructor pilot and simulator resources.

+ Responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing the training scheduling plan for instructors, OE scheduling for line pilots and LCA's, utilizing simulators, and pilot instructors in the most cost effective manner

+ Continue to monitor the training plan when implemented

+ React to deviations to the plan and developing cost effective alternatives

+ Develop long and short-term contract training plans to maximize revenue

+ Coordinate the scheduling of recurrent training requirements for pilots

+ Schedule initial operating experience, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently with limit impact to the line operations

+ Coordinate the scheduling of all line checks ensuring compliance with the FARs

+ Interact with Manpower Planning, Fleet Managers Manpower Planning and Crew Scheduling, seeking input to the plan and ensuring the plan is communicated to all responsible parties

+ Responsible for ensuring effective communication is maintained will all stakeholders

**Qualifications**

**Required**

+ High School Diploma or equivalent work experience

+ Computer skills

+ Excellent verbal communication skills

+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

+ Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

+ Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

**Preferred**

+ B.A.

+ 2 years of operations experience

+ Microsoft Office experience

+ Knowledge of contractual work rules and FARs

The salary for this position is $50,000-$62,000, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This range is based on a full-time schedule.

Bonus eligible: yes

At United, we offer a competitive compensation package, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, and flight privileges.

Salary and benefits information is being included in this job posting in accordance with Colorado state law.

The dispatch-scheduler is a customer-facing position responsible for the details related to the building the daily flight schedule, dispatching, tracking, and adjusting flights as needed. The position will also be responsible for creating invoices after each event and posting to students' profile
Essential Functions:

Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Operates the company Training Management System to build and record all aspects of the operation of Flight Operations facilities/equipment

+ Creatively adjusts schedule to work with crew availability, resource

+ Opens and closes all campus buildings relative to their work shift

+ Answers phone calls and emails and coordinates or transfers relative to work shift

+ Additional duties as assigned

Scheduling Shift

+ Verifies that information requested by flight crew is complete and accurate, and that all available students are scheduled as appropriate

+ Constructs a daily flight schedule using the Training Management System, considering time off, meetings, and ground school

+ Revises the daily flight schedule throughout shift to reflect changes such as pencil-ins and terminations

+ Maintains records of flight schedule and results of examinations

+ Distributes daily schedule via email to all students and instructors and prints physical copies to post in various campus locations

Dispatch Shift

+ Dispatches and monitors all aircraft

+ Assigns tail numbers for scheduled aircraft and simulator lines to generate the next day's schedule

+ Receives flight tickets and issues aircraft documents as appropriate

+ Maintains inspection time remaining reports for the Aircraft Maintenance Department

+ Generates and disburses flight dispatch and maintenance reports

+ Uphold and enforce L3Harris safety procedures and guidelines

Qualifications:

+ High school diploma or equivalent with 2-4 years' experience or Associate degree with 0-2 years' experience.

+ Customer service experience, working with individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience levels

+ Strong computer skills

+ High attention to detail

+ Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

+ Can work well independently and with a team

+ Punctual and reliable

Preferred Additional Skills:

+ Strong communication and interpersonal

+ Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint

+ Ability to work as a solid contributing member of a team as well as operate independently

+ Effectively interact will all levels of management.

+ Demonstrated attention to detail and acting with a sense of urgency

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

At Spirit, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet!

• Fly With A Winner: Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success.
• The Giving Spirit : We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live. That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation.
• Be Yourself : We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them.
• Travel The World : We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, College degree preferred.
• At least two (2) years of experience in the Guest Service, Hospitality and/or Sales/Merchandising industry.
• Required to attend and successfully complete a 4-week Initial Flight Attendant training.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be at least 5’0 (without shoes).
• Must be able to lift 50lbs from floor to above shoulder level, ability to reach aircraft overhead bins and storage areas.
• Must be able to comply with our no visible tattoo policy.
• Must be able to comply with our piercing policy. Flight Attendants are allowed two matching earrings in the earlobe only. No other visible piercings are allowed. Earlobe gauges and cuffs are not allowed.
• Must be able to fasten a four point jump seat harness without the use of extension devices.
• Must have a passport with at least six(6) months of validity that grants you the ability to travel in and out of the USA and to all cities/countries served by Spirit Airlines.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be dependable, energetic, outgoing, a team player, and demonstrate leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, days and holidays.
• Ability to work in close quarters with service animals as well as all snack items, including but not limited to peanuts.
• Ability to communicate effectively. Must be proficient in the English language; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Must maintain a polished, professional and conservative appearance at all times.
• Driver’s license is preferred.
• Please be advised that you may be asked to complete a recorded video interview in order to be considered for this position. This recorded video interview is the final step of your application process and must be complete in order for your application to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety and comfort of Guests aboard the aircraft while providing exemplary service.
• Provide Guests with briefings pre-flight, during flight, and after landing.
• Assist Guests by answering any inquiries they may have in addition to aiding Guests with their carry-on items, which may require overhead lifting.
• Market, sell, and provide snacks and beverages to Guests.
• Check emergency equipment and be aware of hazardous situations in the cabin.
• Demonstrate the use of emergency equipment as required.
• Provides leadership, direction, and assistance during an emergency situation, including aircraft evacuation, administering first aid to ill or incapacitated Guests, and during incidents such as turbulent flights and delayed flights.
• Maintain compliance with all Federal Aviation Regulations as well as Spirit’s policies and procedures.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g. emergencies change in workload, rush jobs, or technical developments).

Incentives

• Care Card: A preloaded care card with $1305 will be provided to all trainees for meals and expenses at the beginning of training. A daily limit of $75 is set on the card which cannot be exceeded.
• Graduation Bonus: As a reward for successfully graduating from the Flight Attendant Initial Training program, each trainee will receive a one-time bonus of $1,250.
• Tuition Reimbursement: $4,500 tuition reimbursement maximum per year.
• We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, graduation bonus and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our Team Members.

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EEOC Statement

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.