Communication Specialist

JSX; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Benefits: free standby travel

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Job summary

JSX is seeking a part-time Communication Specialist to lead customer communications during irregular operations. You will coordinate with multiple departments to craft timely, empathetic messaging and recovery strategies that align with DOT requirements and business goals.

In this role you will manage cross-functional workflows, ensure consistent brand voice, and drive customer care in real-time across channels during disruptions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 23 years airline operations experience requested.
• 12 years communications or writing experience required.
• Crisis communication or irregular operations experience in aviation or hospitality preferred.
• Experience managing cross-departmental communication workflows.

Responsibilities

• Execute clear, consistent messaging across channels during irregular operations.
• Proactively re-accommodate Customers with alternative flight options and vouchers.
• Craft empathetic customer communications aligned with JSX brand voice.
• Collaborate with Airport Services, Customer Support and other teams to align recovery strategies.
• Ensure DOT compliance by tracking delays and delay causes.
• Anticipate disruptions and plan recovery actions in real time.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

DOT compliance

Crisis communications

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

23 years airline operations experience

12 years communications or writing experience

Job description

Communication Specialist

Job Description

The Communication Specialist is responsible for leading Customer communication and recovery during irregular operations. This role coordinates across departments to ensure timely, empathetic, and compliant messaging while creating solutions that keep Customers informed, supported, and cared for throughout disruptions.

This Is How We Fly

At JSX, were not just a lifestyle carrier were a lifestyle employer. Here, entrepreneurship meets determination, and excellence is our standard. We believe that the journey is just as important as the destination, and every day, we strive to create a Joyful, Simple eXperience for our Customers. Join us, and find your runway to growth, innovation, and success.

About the Role

As a Communication Specialist, youll be the central point of coordination during irregular operations, ensuring Customers receive timely, accurate, and empathetic communication. Youll collaborate with multiple departments to orchestrate Customer recovery strategies, craft messaging, and align JSXs response with both business goals and DOT requirements.

This is a Part-Time Position, Part-Time Crewmembers work no more than 30 hours per week

A Day in the Life

Your day will be fast-paced and dynamic, focused on problem-solving and communication across the network. As a Communication Specialist, youll:

• Execute clear, consistent messaging across channels during irregular operations
• Proactively re-accommodate Customers with alternate flight options and amenity vouchers
• Craft thoughtful Customer communication that reflects empathy and the JSX brand voice
• Collaborate with Airport Services, Customer Support, and other teams to align recovery strategies
• Ensure DOT compliance by tracking and reporting tarmac delays and delay causes
• Anticipate potential disruptions and proactively plan recovery actions
• Act as the link between operational needs and Customer care in real time

Why Youll Love This Role

• High-Impact Work: Your communication directly shapes the Customer experience during some of the most critical moments in their journey.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Youll balance operational needs with thoughtful solutions for Customers.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Airport Services, Support, and leadership across the network.
• Growth Opportunity: Build valuable skills in operations, communications, and crisis response.

What Makes a Successful Communication Specialist

• Adaptable: You thrive in a fast-moving, unpredictable environment
• Collaborative: You work seamlessly across departments to achieve shared goals
• Customer-Focused: You create messaging that is empathetic, thoughtful, and brand-aligned
• Organized: You manage multiple recovery efforts and communications simultaneously
• Proactive: You anticipate potential issues and act before they
• Entrepreneurial: You bring creativity, ownership, and initiative to your role

Required Experience

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
• 23 years of airline operations experience
• 12 years of communications or writing experience
• Preferred Experience:
• Crisis communication or irregular operations experience in aviation or hospitality
• Experience managing cross-departmental communication workflows

Skill, Licenses, & Certifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to craft empathetic, clear messaging in high-pressure situations
• Familiarity with DOT compliance and reporting requirements

Benefits & Perks

Travel Benefits: Enjoy free non-revenue standby travel on JSX, plus deeply discounted standby travel other major domestic & international airlines for you and your qualifying immediate family.

401(k) match: 50% of your first 8%

Generous PTO: Take time to recharge with our flexible PTO plan.

Additional Information

May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, technical developments, etc).

Ready to soar with us? Join JSX, where every day is a chance to be part of something eXtraordinary!

Starting Compensation

$24.75

JSX is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.