Aviation Program Operations Lead

South Dakota State University; Brookings Township (SD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan with 6% matching

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

South Dakota State University is seeking an Assistant Manager in the Aviation Program for the Brookings Airport. This 12-month, full-time role reports to the Director of Aviation Operations and is located in Brookings, SD. The position requires travel and a valid driver's license.

The incumbent will forecast budgets, develop flight schedules, supervise student workers, and administer flight scheduling software while ensuring compliance with university policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree completed by application date.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Adobe software.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• budget forecasting, monitoring and processing financial transactions
• developing flight schedules, monitoring flight operations
• supervising student workers
• administering flight scheduling software

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Adobe software

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

South Dakota State University is seeking an Assistant Manager in the Aviation Program for the Brookings Airport. This 12-month, full-time role reports to the Director of Aviation Operations and is located in Brookings, SD. The position requires travel and a valid driver's license.

The incumbent will forecast budgets, develop flight schedules, supervise student workers, and administer flight scheduling software while ensuring compliance with university policies and safety standards.