Manager of Flight Scheduling
Prescott, AZ - USA
Job Summary
Job Description
Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace
As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach FL and Prescott AZ and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations Embry-Riddle stands as the worlds largest aviation and aerospace university.
For a century we have led innovation in STEM education serving more than 30000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science Aviation Business Technology Engineering Safety Security and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight exploration and discovery.
As we launch our next century we remain committed to excellence innovation and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.
The Opportunity
The Flight Scheduling Manager is responsible for overseeing daily scheduling operations for student activities including flights simulators and oral exams. This role provides detailed operational data and analytical support to the Department Chair Assistant Chair Chief Instructor Director of Maintenance and Director of Scheduling to ensure efficient and effective allocation and utilization of resources.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise geographically dispersed site leaders responsible for daily scheduling operations including schedules checkrides aircraft simulators and instructors
- Oversee scheduling office staff including full-time employees and part-time student workers
- Maintain and record student availability both within and outside assigned flight blocks including ground sessions
- Track instructor availability and unavailability within and outside scheduled work shifts
- Allocate daily flight resources to support operational needs
- Prepare and deliver periodic reports to the Department Chair
- Generate recurring daily weekly and monthly reports on aircraft simulator and instructor utilization
- Conduct ad hoc analysis of resource constraints and surpluses (daily weekly monthly and annually) to support budgeting student retention initiatives and institutional audits/requirements
- Manage flight system data including synchronization and validation
- Serve as a liaison between flight scheduling and other departments
- Recruit and hire staff to support a seven-day operation
Operational Duties:
- Develop daily schedules of approximately 300 flight lessons using flight training software to ensure efficient operations
- Ensure optimal utilization of instructors aircraft simulators and oral exam rooms across multiple ramp locations
- Monitor and coordinate practical flight tests including scheduling checkrides
- Verify accuracy of student flight blocks and availability including proper rounding days when required
- Coordinate scheduling for special events requiring flight resources such as discovery flights tours and summer programs
- Perform other duties as assigned
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
Health Benefits:Experience comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your healthbecause your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier happier you!
Tuition Coverage:Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
Retirement Contributions:ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution with no vesting period.
Generous Time Off:Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9 paid holidays including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Years Day.
Qualifications
Required Education and Qualifications:
Bachelors degree required
- 35 years of relevant work experience
- Strong management organizational public relations technical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated analytical skills with in-depth knowledge of information systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Access Excel PowerPoint Word Outlook and general internet applications
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Campus Solutions and ETA systemsApplication process/requirements
To submit your application for this opportunity please visit theEmbry-Riddle Career Siteand search for requisition numberR311202. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
Cover letter
Full Resume
Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Current Embry-Riddle employees:Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty staff and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment advancement compensation training and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions including hiring promotions compensation and other terms of employment based on individual merit qualifications and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability veteran status predisposing genetic characteristics age religion or pregnancy status or any other status protected by federal state or local law in its employment educational programs admissions policies financial aid or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information please visit ourwebsite.
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Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an independent, culturally diverse institution providing quality education and research in aviation, aerospace, engineering, and other related fields with residential campuses located in Daytona Beach, Florida and Prescott, Arizona. The Universi ... View more