Director of Operations

  INTRODUCTION

The Director of Operations is responsible for coordinating the flight operations of the company.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• In conjunction with the VP of Ops, plan, organize and direct all aspects of the operations department, including assisting in the development and/or administration of policies, department goals and objectives; direct and coordinate program efforts toward the safest, most practical, efficient and profitable performance of the Company’s flight schedules and related activities; develop and monitor program budget.
• Oversee compliance of all regulations, directives and operations specifications which are concerned with, relative to, or have effect on flight activities of the Company; ultimate authority in the determination of the initiation, continuation, diversion and termination of a flight in compliance with FARs and the operations specifications.
•  Maintain and disseminate various handbooks, manuals and publications consistent with flight operations.
• Assure that each flight is monitored with respect to departure and arrival, maintenance and mechanical delays and any known conditions that may adversely affect the safety of flight.
• Train, supervise and evaluate staff; serve as a positive, constructive, communicative leader for the organization and its customers and policies for the industry and its participants.
• Serve as positive role model for ethical management behavior and promote an awareness and understanding of positive ethical and moral principles that is consistent with these principles; provide guidance, direction, management and support in a secure and dignified work environment; promote and support the mission of Empire Airlines.
• Other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• ATP, supervisory experience and previous experience sufficient to comply with the 14 CFR 119.67.
• Related college degree preferred.
• Must have knowledge/experience in evaluating organizational operations as they relate to policies, goals and objectives. 
• Must have excellent communications skills, both oral and written, have a valid driver’s license with insurable record through Empire’s policy. 
• Incumbent must receive FAA approval.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in an office environment, outdoors and in an aircraft. 
• Will be exposed to inclement weather. 
• Requires standing, walking, sitting, bending and stooping for extended periods of time. 
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Requires manual dexterity, speaking, seeing and hearing to conduct business. 
• Must understand and adhere to the organization’s FAA/DOT required drug and alcohol program.

PAY & BENEFITS

• Starting pay range for the Director of Flight Operations is $150,000 to $200,000 annually.
• Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401k matching, Travel Benefits, CASS Privileges and more!