[redacted]\' Companies is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000 employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. [redacted]\' Companie is privately owned with supermarkets across the country that include: [redacted], Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randall\'s, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw\'s, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos. [redacted] Companies has a unique opportunity available for a highly skilled Chief Pilot. The Chief Pilot will be responsible for all aspects of the flight operations side of the department to include flight crew training, performance and additional duty assignments. The Chief Pilot will be responsible for flight operational integrity. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Screens, interviews, and where applicable, tests applicants for specific job openings. Assesses applicant\'s ability to meet the needs of the position and makes hiring recommendations Administers all supervisory activities for pilots including performance appraisals, counseling, development, disciplinary action, and safety / security coverage Develops and reviews standard flight operating policy in area of responsibility on a periodic basis to ensure effectiveness. Recommends changes as needed to ensure safety is not compromised Gathers and compiles required data and pertinent information for input into the strategic planning process, departmental resource forecasting, and personnel requirements Designs, develops, and updates flight training courses to meet identified training needs. Ensures all Company and flight training requirements are met within legal and corporate requirements Monitors flight crew qualifications and currencies to ensure regulatory and corporate standards are maintained; Reviews the operations of the department to ensure compliance with federal, state, and foreign laws and regulations. Implements corrective actions as necessary; Maintains appropriate responsibilities of PIC / SIC when acting as a crewmember in department aircraft; Reviews vendor and employee invoices and vouchers, as they apply, prior to their approval for payment. Ensures adherence to corporate and departmental policies and practices Reviews operating and expense budgets for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established assumptions Assumes additional duties as delegated by the Director of Aviation KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: Education Level: Undergraduate Degree Valid Airline Transport Pilot License NBAA Certified Aircraft Manager (CAM) credential Experience Level: Holds a current type rating for at least one of the types of aircraft operated (if applicable) Must maintain PIC qualifications on at least one type of company aircraft Skills and Experiences: Knowledge in compliance regulations with federal, state, and foreign laws Supervisory experience that include hiring, developing, coaching, performance management, and safety/security coverage Experience in the design and development of flight training courses . TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 75% PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT: Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.