Dispatcher

1 month ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Alaska Airlines Full time

Company Alaska Airlines

The Team

Our close-knit flight operations team orchestrates the daily operations of our airline, creating an airline people love from behind the scenes. As a member on this team, you'll use your expertise to create the situations that make guest experiences as safe and enjoyable as possible. You'll be at the heart of how our airlines will achieve its goals and enjoy the opportunities you'll have to create a long and satisfying career with us.

Role Summary

The Dispatcher leads the safe conduct of operational control concerning the planning, dispatch, release, and movement of all Company aircraft over the routes under their control. This is a union represented position.

Key Duties

  • Brief crews during preflight and update as necessary regarding current weather, Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMS), field conditions, and airport facilities.
  • Distribute flight plans and flight releases, reroute flights as necessary, and calculate appropriate fuel loads.
  • Execute all assigned flight operations in compliance with Federal Air Regulation (FARs) and Company policy and procedures.
  • Ensure the information necessary to perform flight dispatch duties is available and current at the start of each shift.
  • Maintain operational control of assigned flights through effective flight monitoring.
  • Monitor and update FLIFO.
  • Initiates emergency procedures when necessary.
  • Coordinates with all appropriate parties during irregular operations.
  • Apply MEL/CDL penalties as appropriate.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required

  • Possession of a valid FAA Aircraft Dispatcher's Certificate.
  • Sound working knowledge of applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, weather, and technical dispatch skills.
  • Must be able to work any shift or day of the week in a 24/7/365 operation.
  • Must be able to successfully complete all ground training requirements and proficiencies for dispatchers as specified in the Dispatcher Training Manual.
  • Ability to possess and/or obtain a current passport prior to start date with unlimited access in and out of the United States. Employees with non-U.S. passports also will need any appropriate travel documentation. Must be able to fly unrestricted in and out of all countries within which Alaska Airlines operates.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Minimum age of 23.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Ability to communicate in English.

Preferred

  • Four-year college degree, preferably in an aviation related field of study.
    • -OR- 5 years of airline operation experience
    • -OR- 3 years recent flight Dispatch experience
    • -OR- a combination of the above, including some college and/or a two-year college degree.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

Starting Rate

USD $44.63/Hr.

Total Rewards

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

  • Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air
  • Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Generous 401k match program
  • Quarterly and annual bonus plans
  • Generous holiday and paid time off

For more information about Alaska/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.

FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employment Type Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Requisition Type Frontline
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 8/22/2024
Location Seattle
Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We may use your information to maintain the safety and security of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, its employees, and others as required or permitted by law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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