Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $48.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Free stand-by travel privileges
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k match program
quarterly and annual bonus plans
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Alaska Airlines is a leading American airline known for its commitment to safety, operational excellence, and creating exceptional guest experiences. As a company deeply rooted in values such as owning safety, doing the right thing, being caring and kind, and delivering performance, Alaska Airlines is dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can build fulfilling and long-lasting careers. The airline operates with a strong focus on operational reliability and safety, serving a broad network that includes routes domestically and internationally, and maintains a culture driven by teamwork and innovation.
The Dispatcher role at Alaska Airlines is a pivotal positi... Show More
The Dispatcher role at Alaska Airlines is a pivotal positi... Show More
Job Requirements
- 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
Job Qualifications
- Possession of a valid FAA Aircraft Dispatcher’s Certificate
- Sound working knowledge of applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, weather, and technical dispatch skills
- Ability to possess and/or obtain a current passport prior to start date with unlimited access in and out of the United States
- 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
- 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 Duties
- Responsible for safety, operational control, and operational reliability for assigned flights
- 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
- Initiate emergency procedures when necessary
- Coordinate with all appropriate parties during irregular operations
- Apply MEL/CDL penalties as appropriate
- Oversee operational efficiency by optimizing routes and flight plans to ensure flights are punctual and cost effective
- Ensure flights comply with international and local regulations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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