Operational Control Specialist - DTN - 169

Metro Aviation • Shreveport, LA

291d • Onsite

About The Position

Metro Aviation is seeking an Operational Control Specialist (OCS) in Shreveport, Louisiana at the Metro Aviation Headquarters Operational Control Center (OCC). Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will: Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile, Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and Ensure the financial stability of the corporation. Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture. We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
• Ability to create an environment that demonstrates teamwork and professionalism with diverse personalities and professional backgrounds
• Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with internal and external customers
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong initiative
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite products

Nice To Haves

• At least two (2) years of experience during the last five years in military operations as a pilot, flight navigator, or meteorologist
• Experience in air carrier operations as a pilot, flight engineer, certified aircraft dispatcher, or meteorologist
• Experience as an air traffic controller or a flight service specialist
• Experience in Airplane and/or helicopter air ambulance operations as a pilot preferred

Responsibilities

• Trained and qualified in accordance with applicable sections of FAR 135.619 and the Metro Aviation Training Manual
• Responsible for monitoring flight operations
• Participate in flight coordination and dispatch
• Assisting with flight planning
• Comply with all directives and guidance of the Metro Aviation General Operations Manual, Policy & Procedures, Company Bulletins, Federal Aviation Regulations
• Interact and provide quality customer service with partner communication centers; Promptly escalate operational, personnel, or customer conflicts or concerns
• Participate in OCS new hire and partner communication center training as needed

Benefits

• Family Health and Prescription Insurance
• Family Dental Insurance
• Family Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services