The Director, Aviation Management is responsible for leading and developing a high performing fight team. This role is accountable for leadership and strategic planning, scheduling, safety and security and some aspects of financial planning. Core Competencies: Ensure that professional training and development are completed on an on-going basis for Flight Team. Monitor the activities within the organization and direct the development of Human Resources to ensure the highest standards for the organization. Select and maintain a staff of flight professionals of the highest caliber; within this, maintain manpower requirements and manage salaries of staff. Provide leadership and direction for all subordinate personnel within the flight crew of the aviation department. Communicate plans and operational schedules to management personnel within the corporation. Collaboratively develop a Vision for the aviation department with a 3-5 year horizon; develops and implements strategies designed to achieve this Vision; ensures Vision and strategies are aligned with Company goals. (Key elements should include commitment to a safety culture, making the department a choseive team, development of team members, and effective long range planning for company’s future aviation needs). Effectively communicate Vistion to Flight Team. Requirements Strong interpersonal skills to ensure that his direct reports function as a collaborative team. Ensures that collaboration and teamwork are being practiced throughout Flight Team. Ability to communicate effectively with the family members, executives and their offices concerning significant issues that arise with regard to their trips. Supports and creates a safety culture, while promoting best safety practices. Play a key role in scheduling and coordinating executive travel, and work closely with the crew members to deliver world class service. Provide on call scheduling support when assigned to stand by duty during non business hours, weekends, and holidays. Notifies the team of all requests for international travel, non business travel, or potential use of aircraft. Arranges landing and departure slots. Arragnes hotel reservations, ground transportation, and airline reservations. Be proficient in people skills both inside and outside the department.