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Get ready for a career at the leading edge of the airline industry! Our Flight Operations team works hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably and efficiently every single day. From industry leadership and pioneering technologies to next-level training — our Flight Ops team hires, trains, qualifies and supports the best pilots in the industry. The moments we share in the air and on the ground with our customers and our colleagues make United a special place to work and a great way to fly, together.
Job overview and responsibilities
Direct the day-to-day activity of flight operations training schedulers at the system Network Operations Center, managing all aspects of the flight operations training scheduling functions in support the overall staffing plan in the most cost effective manner, optimizing both instructor pilot and simulator resources. Responsible for implementing plans and strategies in association with Training Scheduling policies, departmental goals, and CBA agreements. The schedule for this position is four 10-hour days. This is an operations position and requires working weekends and holidays.
- Responsible for coordination of training scheduling functions, ensuring the contractual interpretations and scheduling practices are administered consistently and cost effectively
- Administers policies, systems, cost management, staffing and business procedures consistent with company and government regulations and pilot union agreements
- Monitors performance against forecast and initiates action to control adverse trends
- Functions as a liaison with training instructors, fostering open communication and modeling teamwork through cross-functional working relationships
- Maintains productive relationships with pilot union representatives, and gains clarity on agreements to provide long-term solutions to problems
- Leads a team of training schedulers, develops employees, and encourages positive employee engagement
- Works with technology on system development to support training scheduling
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- 2 – 5 years operational management
- Computer skills
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
- Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
- Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree or work equivalent
- Do you have 1-2 years supervisory experience in a role with direct reports?
- Crew Scheduling or Training Scheduling experience
Microsoft Office experience
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