Description
The Inflight Supervisor is responsible for all phases of the of the Flight Attendant base operations including training, regulatory compliance, policy and procedural compliance, directing and supervising approximately 150 flight attendants at [redacted]. This includes auditing, coaching and maintaining personnel records for each flight attendant.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manage flight attendants at MSP and other assigned flight attendant bases. Provide daily operational oversight to promote company and departmental goals.
Engage flight attendants to deliver excellent customer service and on-time operational performance
Update and monitor individual flight attendant work records.
Provide coaching and issue any necessary documentation needed
Conduct various checks and audits throughout the month to ensure compliance with safety and service policies and procedures.
Provide briefings to crew before, during and after flights.
Responsible for conducting a minimum number of quality assurance rides each month to evaluate safety and service procedures
Assist with the administration of flight attendant uniform and luggage purchase program
Assist with the administration of the flight attendant trainee program
Research reports received from Customer Service and provide feedback to Customer Service Department
Distribute materials to flight attendant mailboxes in the crew room
Actively participate in the new-hire flight attendant interview process including scheduling and interviewing
Coordinate DOT drug and alcohol compliance with the Inflight leaders
Provide on-call assistance 24 hours a day to respond to emergencies or assist with procedural questions or management decisions.
Create, deliver and distribute various Inflight communications to assigned flight attendant group.
Follow up on flight crew incident / reports involving operational policies, personnel issues and service standards
Audit and support catering objectives at respective bases
Work varied shifts, which will include weekends and holidays
Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibility
Supervise approximately 150 flight attendants Minneapolis and other assigned flight attendant bases
Required Skills
Qualifications and Education Requirements
College degree and/or 4 years related in-flight experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Inflight operations experience
Knowledge of airport and crew operations
Must be able to qualify as a Flight Attendant and maintain currency of qualifications
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Must be able to travel
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
Knowledge of crew scheduling systems
Able to work effectively with minimal supervision under stressful situation
Strong planning and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and consistency in applying policy and procedures
Ability to work a variety of hours including weekdays and weekends
Preferred Skills
Previous flight attendant experience
Supervisory and/or management experience
Experience working with collectively bargained employees
Required Experience
Work Environment
The majority of this job operates in a professional office environment; however, the job requires the ability to fly frequently. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to stand; walk; use hands or finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
AAP/EEO Statement
It is the policy of [redacted] to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.