JOB SUMMARY The Sr Dir, Aviation is responsible for leading all facets of the Charter Communications Aviation organization, with ultimate responsibility for the safe, secure, and efficient operation of all company and supplemental lift aircraft. This role ensures alignment of the Aviation department with corporate strategies and helps extend the brand and success of Charter Communications. The Sr Dir, Aviation champions business aviation as an accelerator of revenue growth and enterprise profitability by maximizing the productive use of senior executive time, enabling meetings at geographically dispersed locations. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience Responsible for establishing Aviation department direction and achieving organizational results Ensure that Aviation is a strategic business partner with corporate and is fully aligned with overall company goals and objectives Responsible for the development, implementation and administration of all policies and procedures for corporate flight operations Assure compliance with the Charter Business Aircraft Use Policy, the Charter Communications Aviation Flight Operations Manual (FOM) and all applicable local, state, federal and international regulatory requirements Lead the establishment and deployment of the Vision, Mission, Values, Leadership Competencies, and annual Operating Plan for Aviation Responsible for creation, implementation and management of the Aviation budget Coach, mentor and develop staff to include career development plans and opportunities Recruit and hire new employees which includes acclimating them to the Charter and department policies and procedures Responsible for Flight Operations, Aircraft Maintenance, Scheduling, Business Adm., Onboard Customer Service and Executive Office Interface Responsible for safe operation of all Company operated aircraft and oversight of supplemental lift carriers Maintain authority over all flight operations, both internally and externally Assure compliance with and monitors changes in all applicable local, state, federal and international regulatory requirements Establish and maintain the internal safety program to ensure compliance with approved operational, maintenance and industrial safety practices which includes oversight of the Aviation Emergency Response Plan (ERP) Remain abreast of new developments in business aviation Partner with Home-Base FBO on compliance with EH&S requirements as needed Plan, evaluate, and improve the efficiency of business processes and procedures to enhance the speed, quality, efficiency and output Lead, motivate and meet the standards for any Aviation Department certifications, if applicable REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge Ability to read, write, speak and understand English Thorough knowledge of applicable regulations Broad knowledge of all functions related to aircraft operations Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Demonstrated working knowledge of the budgeting process Ability to work effectively with all levels of leadership Experience leading worldwide flight operations Demonstrated motivational and leadership skills Strategic thinker able to gain broad support for organizational challenges Track record of success interfacing with senior executives Demonstrated interpersonal, influencing, oral & written communication skills Ability to inspire an organization to achievement at high performance levels Highly developed analytical skills in operations and finance Effective project management and supervisory skills Track record of self-development and personal improvement Knowledgeable of domestic and international security issues Knowledgeable of taxes, fees, compliance, risk mgt., insurance, etc. Required Education Bachelor’s degree and continuing education appropriate to the function preferred Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years Director of Aviation or equivalent aviation leadership experience - 10+ Preferred Education Bachelor’s degree in related field WORKING CONDITIONS Office environment Typically requires travel 15-25% of the time