OMNI FAR 121 Assistant Director Operations

Omni Air International (Oai) - Tulsa, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Tulsa, OK

Air Transportation

About the position

Omni Air International is a private airline dedicated to providing tailored passenger and government charter services. We are committed to exceeding expectations, with satisfaction and safety as our measure of success. Our work environment is built on family values, and we pride ourselves on the contributions our employees make to the lives of passengers daily. The Assistant Director of Operations plays a crucial role in overseeing various operational aspects of the airline, ensuring that all operations are conducted safely and efficiently. This position is administratively and operationally accountable to the Director of Operations and involves supervising the Manager of Flight Dispatch, Manager of Crew Resources, Manager of Operations Planning, and the Airways Publications Assistants. The Assistant Director of Operations is responsible for monitoring dispatch facilities to ensure they are adequately staffed and equipped to release and monitor flights. This includes assisting in the quality of the Operational Control process and establishing policies and procedures for it. In the absence of the Director of Operations, the Assistant Director will have control over all company aircraft, making critical decisions regarding flight operations, including initiation, continuation, diversion, and termination of flights in compliance with applicable regulations. Additionally, the Assistant Director will monitor each flight's progress, ensuring safe departures and arrivals, and will have the authority to cancel or delay flights if safety is compromised. The role also involves close coordination with maintenance for aircraft crew scheduling and attending industry functions as required. The Assistant Director will review and approve all Flight Plan Requests and work jointly with maintenance to ensure that all operational policies are detailed enough to prevent any operational breakdowns. Maintaining communication with regulatory authorities and other external entities relevant to flight operations is also a key responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising the Manager of Flight Dispatch, Manager of Crew Resources, Manager of Operations Planning, and Airways Publications Assistants.
• Monitor dispatch facilities to ensure they are adequately staffed and equipped for flight operations.
• Assist in the quality of the Operational Control process and establish policies and procedures for it.
• Control all company aircraft during the Director of Operations' absence, including decisions on flight initiation, continuation, diversion, and termination.
• Monitor each flight's progress, ensuring safe departures and arrivals, and have the authority to cancel or delay flights if necessary.
• Coordinate with maintenance on aircraft crew scheduling and attend industry functions as required.
• Review and approve all Flight Plan Requests and generate Operational Specifications under part 119 under the Director of Operations' supervision.
• Work with maintenance to ensure operational policies are detailed to prevent breakdowns in operation.
• Distribute and maintain all company operation manuals and notify personnel of procedure changes and hazardous conditions.
• Maintain close liaison with regulatory authorities, manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors relevant to flight operations.

Requirements

• Hold an airline transport pilot certificate.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience within the last 6 years in a position exercising operational control over large airplane operations.
• At least 3 years' experience as Pilot in Command (PIC) of a large airplane operated under Part 121.
• Must be able to pass a 10-year Background/Criminal check and pre-employment drug screen.
• Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years Pilot in Command experience in Large Transport Category Aircraft.
• International Flight Operations experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Flight crew member duties certification.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Employee assistance program
• Comprehensive benefits package.