Job Title Director of Aviation/Chief Pilot Job Description I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives. The Director of Aviation/Chief Pilot reports to the CEO and has final responsibility for all administrative, operational and maintenance areas of the Aviation Department plus the responsibilities of aircraft Captain. II. Essential Job Functions | Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results. Develop and institute all departmental policies and procedures. Prepare short and long-range plans, which include the company and departmental objectives. Prepare and monitor an annual operating budget. Establish hiring criteria and procedures, salary structures, performance appraisals and dismissal procedures. Maintain an open line of communication between the Aviation Department and the executive officers. Monitor the maintenance department to ensure he airworthiness of aircraft and compliance with the Federal Aviation Regulations. Establish necessary training and refresher programs and procedures for proficiency reviews and upgrading. Maintain an operational policy manual. Establish and maintain records as required by the FAA, manufacturers and company policy. Represent the company in aviation related matters. Perform the duties of captain as allowed. Keep abreast of the latest developments in the business aviation community including changes in law and the FARs. Remain abreast of FAA and international regulations relating to security requirements, procedures and recommendations including passenger, crew and passenger screening, recordkeeping, and other requirements as and when they become effective. Perform other related duties as may be assigned III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered. Education: High school minimum with some college or equivalent preferred. Previous Practical experience required. Experience: Complete knowledge of all aircraft assigned as well as Federal Air Regulations and all operating procedures. Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be highly skilled in all areas of aircraft operations. Current FAA Airman certificates as required. ATP required. Manufacturer’s approved pilot training for each aircraft assigned. FAA type rating as required for all aircraft assigned. % Travel Required (Approximate): >90% It is the policy of Meredith 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. In addition, Meredith will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Meredith participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: [redacted]