Dispatcher

Alaska Airlines • WA-SeaTac, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dispatcher leads the safe conduct of operational control for planning, dispatching, releasing, and moving Company aircraft over assigned routes. This is a union-represented position on Alaska Airlines’ flight operations team. The role supports safe and enjoyable guest experiences by maintaining operational control of assigned flights and coordinating flight operations in accordance with applicable regulations and Company policy.

The Dispatcher works in a 24/7/365 operation and must be able to work any shift or day of the week. The position is full-time, regular, non-exempt, and located in Seattle.

Requirements

• Possess a valid FAA Aircraft Dispatcher’s Certificate.
• Have a sound working knowledge of applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, weather, and technical dispatch skills.
• Be able to work any shift or day of the week in a 24/7/365 operation.
• Successfully complete all dispatcher ground-training requirements and proficiencies specified in the Dispatcher Training Manual.
• Possess or obtain a current passport before the start date with unlimited access in and out of the United States; employees with non-U.S. passports must have appropriate travel documentation.
• Be able to fly unrestricted in and out of all countries where Alaska Airlines operates.
• Have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Have working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Be at least 23 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Be able to communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

• A four-year college degree, preferably in an aviation-related field; or five years of airline operations experience; or three years of recent flight dispatch experience; or a combination of these, including some college and/or a two-year college degree.

Responsibilities

• Brief crews before flights and provide updates as needed about weather, NOTAMs, field conditions, and airport facilities.
• Distribute flight plans and flight releases, reroute flights as necessary, and calculate appropriate fuel loads.
• Conduct assigned flight operations in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and Company policies and procedures.
• Ensure information needed to perform dispatch duties is available and current at the start of each shift.
• Maintain operational control of assigned flights through effective flight monitoring.
• Monitor and update FLIFO.
• Initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
• Coordinate with appropriate parties during irregular operations.
• Apply MEL/CDL penalties as appropriate.

Benefits

• Free standby travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air.
• Comprehensive well-being programs, including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) match program.
• Annual bonus plans.
• Holiday pay and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED