Global Crossing Airlines (GlobalX) is looking for an Aircraft Dispatcher who wants to make a difference every day and become an integral part of ensuring the success of innovative vision. The Aircraft Dispatcher will, in addition to fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of CFRs and company policies, coordinate the minute-to-minute daily operation of the airline, manage the flow of aircraft and crews in company operations and serve as the focal point for all communication, information and decisions affecting that flow. The Aircraft Dispatcher will coordinate decision-making during operation irregularities, after input from appropriate flight, maintenance and/or passenger service personnel.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Prepare the Dispatch Release for each flight between specified points as
assigned
For Domestic/Flag operations, is jointly responsible with the Captain for the operational control of the flight
For Supplemental Operations, dispatchers have been delegated the authority to perform the following functions:
Monitor the progress of each flight from place of origin to the place of destination, including intermediate stops and diversions
Issue necessary information for the safety of flight
Cancel or re-release a flight if, in their opinion or the opinion of the Captain or VPFO (DO), the flight cannot operate or continue to operate safely as planned or released
Maintain current information concerning restricted areas and navigational facilities pertinent to those routes over which they release flights and advise the Captain as necessary
Ensure compliance with all flight planning and flight filing requirements for special areas of navigation including RVSM
Provide the Captain all available current reports and information concerning airport conditions or adverse weather phenomena, such as clear air turbulence, thunderstorms, volcanic ash, low altitude wind shear, etc., for each route to be flown and each airport to be used
Ensure the two-way communications system between the OCC and the aircraft, as provided by the Company, is available for all points along the legs for which the aircraft is to be released, and aircraft-to-ATC communications are also available to control the anticipated operation
Aid with flight-associated emergencies and exercise emergency authority if required. Evaluate OCC procedures for effectiveness and recommend revisions as necessary by completing a Management of Change (MOC) request per MPP 11.12.3
Requirements And Qualifications
Current FAA Aircraft Dispatcher License
2 or more years’ experience in a dispatch role, preferably with a Part 121 Flag or Domestic carrier
Regional or Charter Airline experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with NavBlue a plus
Operates with the highest integrity, tackles problems with ingenuity, constantly pursues excellence, and exercises kindness in all interactions
Exceptional communication skills
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Proficiency in English; bi-lingual a plus
HOURS OF WORK
Work schedules will vary as GlobalX operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year
TRAVEL
This position requires travel for familiarization flights
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.
Global Crossing Airlines provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.