Description
The Chief Pilot is responsible for and in complete charge of, all flight crew members.
The Chief Pilot acts as a liaison between crew members, the Operations Department and the Flight Training Department.
Assists in formulating the planning of future flights, routes, operations and new equipment.
Works closely with the Director of Operations and is responsible for providing and supervising an adequate supply of responsible, reliable, professional and well-trained pilots.
Complies with all applicable federal aviation regulations.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Supervises pilots, which includes training and problem resolution; evaluates pilots’ performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions and motivation to achieve peak productivity and performance.
Coordinates required pilot training with training facilities to ensure training is completed in a timely manner
Works closely with Human Resources on pilot recruitment efforts
Develops or assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the company to ensure efficient and safe operations
Represents the Flight Department to various departments as well as the Company and externally to governmental agencies
Responsible to ensure that pilot records are complete and assess any potential areas of concern
Responsible for selection of flight personnel for advancement and upgrading in accordance with Company policy and FAA requirements
Required to serve as a pilot of normal line crew, adhering to all the provisions and regulations as applicable to the PIC
Administrative Duties:
The Chief Pilot is responsible for the assignment and scheduling of all pilots as deemed necessary.
The Chief Pilot is expected to maintain an adequate roster of properly qualified, current and available flight personnel to meet the Company requirements at all time.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining procedures that assure validity of the appropriate licenses for flight personnel, making sure that duplicates, verification and copies of licenses and renewals are included in each crew member’s record.
Responsible for preparing, distributing or issuing all appropriate written crew member instructions, bulletins and manual information normally required or specifically assigned to the Chief Pilot’s office.
Ensures crew members comply with the Company’s safety policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Experience required:
Have at least 3 years of the previous 6 years experience as Pilot in Command of an aircraft operated under Part-135, or
Previous Chief Pilot experience
Qualifications:
Must hold an ATP with appropriate ratings and be qualified to serve as Pilot in Command of one of [redacted] aircraft. Company is willing to type rate the right candidate.
IT Skills:
Intermediate level of computer literacy and particularly high level of knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Work Authorization:
US Citizen or US Permanent Resident
Other:
Must reside in south Florida. This position is based in KFXE
Bachelor\'s (Preferred)
Experience:
as Pilot in Command of an aircraft operated under Part-135: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
ATP with appropriate ratings (Preferred)
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COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Remote interview process
Personal protective equipment provided or required
Social distancing guidelines in place
Virtual meetings
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place