Flight Crew Scheduler

POSITION SUMMARY

The Flight Crew Scheduler is responsible for performing all aspects of Crew Scheduling in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Company policies, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be capable of performing each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains monthly pilot bid lines and schedules for all bases and fleets in compliance with applicable union agreements, Company policy, and FAA regulations.
• Coordinates and records all Open Time flying
• Schedule crewmembers effectively to achieve optimum results for the Company and meet flight time and duty restrictions.
• Coordinates and schedules all required crewmember training, working with the Manager of Pilot Training.
• Schedules pilot PTO as requested by crewmembers and approved by the Chief Pilot.
• Book travel and accommodations when necessary
• Ability to prepare and complete forms effectively and collate data and information all with a high degree of accuracy
• Schedules and monitors FAA-required line training and competency checks and works closely with the Training Department and/or Crew Planning to ensure simulator and ground training schedules.
• Implement the policies and goals established by Saltchuk Aviation Shared Services  as directed by the Director of Operations and other management.
• Determine feasibility of executing scheduled trips and accommodating new trip requests based on overall network availability, crew availability and/or operational limitations on specific aircraft assignments.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Previous crew scheduling or related aviation industry experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Part 121 FAA Regulations is preferred.
• Experience with BlueOne Aircraft and Crew Management System preferred.
• Exceptional math skills are required.
• Ability to understand and work at an abstract level and utilize technology as a tool to solve complex scheduling problems.
• Must be detail oriented and possess the ability to prioritize duties under pressure.
• Confidentiality is always required.
• Need strong follow-through.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision within established and contractually compliant deadlines.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team or alone as necessary.
• Exhibit strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Must possess leadership, command presence, sophistication, and the maturity necessary to support the activities in the Crew Resources department
• Must be willing to work various hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check and TSA security threat assessment.

LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• This role has a high-level of communication with flight crews, members of the Systems Operations Control Center (SOCC) and other stakeholders. 
• Must have ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from crewmembers and management with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of technical information furnished i.  This includes the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), government regulations, company policies, etc.
• Draft routine business correspondence and reports.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Most work is performed in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, see, and hear. 
• The employee is frequently required to use hand and fingers for computer input.

DISCLOSURE:

The intent of this Description is to provide a representative summary of the major responsibilities performed and results expected by persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job. Incumbents may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please email .