Flight Operations Base Manager - RDU

Endeavor Air • Minneapolis, MN

21h • $75,700 - $90,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Flight Operations Base Manager manages the day-to-day operations for Flight Operations at the assigned base and co-leads a team of Flight Operations Crew Managers and Administration staff, to ensure Pilot competence and qualification with regards to safety, regulatory, and communication requirements. This is a non-flying position involving office work, airport operations, and on aircraft operations in all types of weather. Airport gate and ramp operations are noisy and can be hazardous without due caution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and related experience.
• 3 years of experience in Flight Operations or related field preferred.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of FARs and Employee Contract Administration.
• Reliable and self-motivated.
• Analytical, interpretive and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi task efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines.
• Interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and able to work with all levels of an organization.
• PC proficient in Microsoft Office software, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint.
• Ability to work additional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Flight Operations Crew Managers provide direct coaching, support, discipline and evaluation of all performance in the areas such as customer satisfaction, on-time performance, safety and completion factor.
• Develop and support Flight Operations Crew Managers, and Administration staff, measuring performance by setting goals and objectives to include annual evaluations.
• Establish and account for Flight Operations base goals, initiatives, and operational performance metrics in dependability, work performance, attendance, and operational goals.
• Supervise the Flight Operations team and administer coaching, discipline, and recognition to create a successful team and meet performance objectives.
• Coordinate with maintenance, aircraft operations, and crew resources departments to maintain operational control of line operations.
• Ensure pilots meet established levels of compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Responsible for development of a balanced program of discipline and for conducting investigations and interviews when violations of company policy or federal regulations occur.
• Establish, support and maintain agreements between Union and the Company through effective communication and interaction with union representatives.
• Conduct and participate in base meetings, departmental staff meetings, and Pilot meetings.
• Maintain high level of knowledge and ensure compliance in the areas of Company Policy, FOM, FAA Regulations, and Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Collaborate with the Inflight Base Manager to oversee the administration of the random drug and alcohol testing for the base.
• Participate in decisions of hiring, promotion and termination of flight operations employees.
• Participate in budget review and reporting process.
• Establish and maintain a close professional relationship with the Inflight Base Manager to facilitate joint flight operations/inflight initiatives and programs.
• Ensure crews possess all required company materials such as charts, manuals, forms, and uniforms.
• Establish and evaluate standards of performance and appearance for flight operations department.
• Conduct special studies or projects as required by senior flight operations management.
• Establish policies for and supervise project coordinators and line check airmen assigned to flight operations.
• Participate in the SMS program as established by the Director of Safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree