The Director of Aviation Risk and Compliance directs policies and objectives involving federal government affairs, leads analysis of proposed legislative actions and determines the potential impact on the organization, and monitors legislative and regulatory activities. Additionally, this role analyzes and tracks legislation of interest to the company, ensures regulatory compliance and communicates with the FAA on an ongoing basis, oversees all Quality Assurance efforts within AirMethods Flight Operations and is responsible to ensure that appropriate standards are established and maintained to provide the utmost safety and compliance for AirMethods Flight Operations.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
• Provides direction to assure flight operations achieves AirMethods goals and objectives associated with operational safety, security, reliability, efficiency, productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for Aviation compliance including all monitoring information, base and pilot risk determination and auditing.
• Ensures that operations are conducted in accordance with the conditions and restrictions of the Air Operation Certificate (AOC) and in compliance with applicable regulation and AirMethods standards.
• Designs, implements and maintains a self-audit function to determine the level of risk, compliance, and safety in the flying operation and to use the information gained to correct faults and refine best practice.
• Ensures that processes needed for the SMS are established, implemented and maintained in flight operations.
• Implements programs that assure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, international standards and AirMethods policies and procedures.
• Provides specific knowledge of industry operational and safety matters to support other AirMethods departments.
• Participates in organizational meetings and continuing education programs, maintaining close liaison with the FAA, NTSB and industry organizations and associations.
• Continuously analyses current work flows and processes and implements process improvement plans.
• Assists in amending and maintaining parts A, B and C of the Operations Specifications.
• Plans, organizes, staffs and directs the best practices processes (system safety and security) into the flying operational systems to achieve the highest possible levels of safety and security.
• Ensures that audits of the operations department are conducted and documented on all identified hazards to determine if the assessed risk remains acceptable and that mitigation measures, if any, remain effective.
• Assist in investigating and identifying the root cause of safety-related occurrences, incidents and accidents for flight operations.
• Effectively represent AirMethods interests and support AirMethods Strategic Plan to industry organizations and government regulators.
• Other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Requirements
• Regular scheduled attendance
• Percentage of time spent traveling
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow [Company]’ employment practices and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises employees in the Operation Control Center department. Carries out Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, selecting, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems. For Exempt Managers: Managers that carry out these responsibilities for two or more employees will have significant input in hiring and termination decisions.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, [Company] will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Education & Experience
• Bachelor degree from four-year college or university in an Aviation related field; and ten to twelve years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience, within the last six years, as a pilot-in command in a Part 135 or 121 operation
• Extensive knowledge of FARS and NTSB
• Master’s Degree in Business (MBA) preferred or equivalent
• Experience in medical transportation services preferred
Skills
• Demonstrates high critical thinking, reasoning skills, problem solving skills and strong attention to detail while working in a fast paced environment that requires ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize and multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally
• Demonstrated Leadership
Computer Skills
• Advanced with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• Must hold an FAA or ICAO Commercial/Instrument (Rotorcraft or Airplane) certificate
[Company] is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.