The Chief Pilot reports to the Head of Flight Operations, supervises all company pilots, and ensures all flight operations are conducted safely and to the highest degree of professionalism in accordance with all appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations, company manuals, directives, and policies and procedures. The Chief Pilot shall meet all requirements under 14 CFR 119.71(c). Supervise and ensure all pilots and crew members are properly certificated, rated, trained, qualified, and proficient as required by 14 CFR Part 61, 91, and 121 Maintains currency and proficiency as Pilot in Command preferred Supports the Director of Operations by performing basic People functions for the aviation department, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new pilots and counseling or discharging pilots Establishes and manages approved programs for company line pilots and other Flight Operations personnel Exercises Operational Control for flight operations in accordance with the regulation Direct supervisor of Line Check Airmen, base lead pilots, and pilots involved in daily flight operations Prepares and maintains pilot files, reports, and correspondence pertaining to flight operations Collaborates with Crew Support to ensure pilot schedules are adequately and appropriately staffed for Flight Operations Coordinates with the Director of Operations and Director of Maintenance for planned inspections or unscheduled maintenance actions on company aircraft Ensures all flight operations are conducted to the highest standards and in compliance with applicable Federal Regulations and the company manuals Collaborates with the Electronic Flight Bag Program administrator to ensure the EFB Program Manual and Catalog is up to date and in compliance with federal regulations Collaborates with Flight Training to ensure all staff meet regulatory and aviation safety requirements Enforces pilot conduct and flight crew operating requirements in accordance with the FOM, Op Specs, Flight Operations Training Manual, SMS, Company SOPs, and FARs Performs thorough investigations practicing the “Just Culture” methodology Act as a company liaison with FAA, NTSB, ATC and other government agencies in concert with the Director of Operations Collaborate with the Director of Operations and Safety Manager on all incident reports to identify root causes and changes to reduce/prevent reoccurrences Lead by example through conducting oneself as a professional pilot and ambassador of the company, taking excellent care of the customer and aircraft Collaborates with the Director of Operations for the annual Flight Operations budget Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Meet 14 CFR Part 119 and 121 requirements to serve as Chief Pilot Meet qualifications for Avelo Pilot in Command preferred Valid FAA ATP rating B737 Type Rating Preferred Current FAA Medical First Class preferred Current Driver’s License Must pass DOT drug and alcohol test High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Bachelor’s Degree, and four to six years related experience and/or training as set forth in the following: 5000 hours total pilot time Prior experience in managing people, representative to government agencies, and in-office/community environments or an equivalent combination of education and experience Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret regulations, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from pilots, customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to pilots, management, public groups, and government agencies. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have experience with Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobat, electronic tablets, applicable flight planning software, and electronic flight and duty tracking software. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the crewmember is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to adjust focus, and the ability to see color. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent crewmember encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to different weather conditions, odd hours, computer screen time and travel.