Job Description: We are seeking a well-qualified Part 135 Director of Operations for an established and growing Part 135 Charter Operation. With our predicted growth over the next year, we are seeking an exceptionally experienced candidate to step in and help us expand. We are a full-service aviation company providing clients with a full complement of aviation services including aircraft management and charter. The Director of Operations holds Operational Control and is responsible for managing Safety, Compliance, Airworthiness and Security. In this capacity, the Director of Operations reports directly to the President/CEO. The Director of Operations is also the company leader for the safe and organized execution of various flight operations, functions, and programs including, but not limited to aircraft performance, record keeping, FAA relations, operational control, and talent acquisition. If you are eager to have a front-line role in developing a company for success - Apply Today! Currently, the company is operating multiple business jets, a mix of modern Hawker and Citation aircraft. We are a Wyvern and Argus certified operator. We make safety a priority and expect you to do the same; so, a career free of accidents, incidents, or enforcements will be crucial for this Director of Operations role. Job Responsibilities - Maintains operational control for the organization. - Responsible for manual(s) content and the execution of company policies; establishes operations, personnel, and equipment standards. - Ensures that all crews assigned to fly charter are current and qualified. - Ensures that all flight crews are enrolled in the company drug and alcohol program, and that the Pilot Records Improvement Act has been submitted. - Schedules aircraft into applicable inspections and maintenance; coordinates with the DOM. - May issue flight release numbers and coordinate with the DOM, but will not issue maintenance releases. - Conducts personnel interviews, hiring, and discharging of flight and maintenance personnel; oversees the training of all flight and maintenance employees. - Foreign Flight Planning: Obtains (DOM or designee) the necessary diplomatic clearances prior to departure for all flights into or over foreign countries and those countries listed in the OpSpecs. - Submits revisions to the POI for acceptance. - Distributes the Operations Manual, or portions of it, to those persons listed in the distribution log. - Supervises procurement, distribution, and posting of all information or memoranda relative to any changes applicable to Company policy, route information, Navaids, NOTAMS, requisitioning of flying aids, aeronautical charts, FAA information, SAFOs, any safety info, etc. Once the DO receives the information, he or she reviews and uploads it to the Jetlnsight document library. An email that includes a read-receipt request is then sent to applicable personnel. - Ensures prompt reporting, filing, and follow-up action on accident reports to the appropriate FAA agencies. - Is responsible for the record keeping requirements of 14 CFR Part 135.63. When a new model of aircraft is added to the existing revenue fleet, he or she will request information unique to the safe operation of that aircraft from the manufacturer and any other available sources. As used in this paragraph, \"new\" means new to the Company and can refer to used aircraft obtained from any source. - Adds or deletes aircraft from the aircraft list and OpSpecs. - Provides support in accordance with the company SMS Manual, to include setting goals and objectives; provides the necessary resources for the SMS to function effectively and for quality management to be maintained in all aspects of operations. - Monitors conditions to ensure the safe operation of company aircraft; ensures that assigned employees are trained and are actively participating in the SMS; identifies and assesses the company\'s risk exposure. - May delegate functions to other personnel, but retains responsibility. - Must be highly knowledgeable of the Operations Manual, FAA Regulations, DOT, OpSpecs, flight manuals, etc., and other instructions pertinent to his or her duties; is authorized to exercise Operational Control under 14 CFR Part 135.77. Job Requirements: - ATP-rated pilot with a first class medical. No accidents, incidents, violations, suspensions, criminal record, or restrictions on travel. Must also be a US citizen with valid passport. - Limited flight duties will be expected when operationally necessary, however this position will be primarily in-office due to the amount of work needed to be done on paper. “In-office” includes both a mix of in our office facility in Southern Florida and work from home/road when in-person collaboration is not necessary. - Must meet FAR 119.71 experience qualifiers including prior experience as either a Director of Operations, Assistant DO, or Compliance Manager. - FAA SAS and WebOpss experience and knowledge. - Must know how to work in harmony with FAA POIs and other associated regulators. - Located in the Miami/Opa-Locka region preferred. Willing to consider relocation for the right candidate.