Assistant Manager, Aviation Program

SDBOR; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans with 6% matching

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Relocation benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

South Dakota Board of Regents seeks an Assistant Manager for the Aviation Program at Brookings Airport. This 12-month, full-time role supports budget forecasting, flight scheduling, and daily aviation operations in Brookings, SD.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, at least one year of relevant experience, and strong skills in Excel and scheduling software. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to contribute to student programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree completed by application date.
• At least one year of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated budget forecasting and account reconciliation experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Adobe software.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a contributing team member.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Budget forecasting, monitoring and processing financial transactions.
• Developing flight schedules and monitoring flight operations.
• Supervising student workers.
• Administrating flight scheduling software.

Skills

Budget forecasting

Account reconciliation

Communication

Excel

Adobe software

Organization

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Written, verbal & interpersonal comms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Flight scheduling software

Job description

South Dakota State University (SDState) School of Health and Human Sciences is offering an exciting career opportunity as an Assistant Manager in the Aviation Program. We are looking for a proactive and innovative professional to join us at the Brookings Airport in the Aviation program. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position. This position is supervised by the Director of Aviation Operations.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

The primary responsibilities include budget forecasting, monitoring and processing financial transactions, developing flight schedules, monitoring flight operations, supervising student workers, and administrating flight scheduling software.

BENEFITS :

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s degree completed by application date
• At least one year of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience with budget forecasting and account reconciliation
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Adobe software
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work as a contributing team member
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Experience with South Dakota State University or SDBOR in any of the following areas: accounting, finance, or student information systems
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business management, or economics
• Experience with scheduling software
• Experience with flight school program administration or airport operations

APPLICATION PROCESS :

This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact the SDSU Director of Aviation Operations, Devin Bastemeyer at 605-688-4336 or [e-mail].

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Physical Requirements

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Sensory Requirements

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Working Conditions & Exposures

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

Optional Documents

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affirmative Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455