Crew Scheduler

Flexjet; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Cleveland is seeking a Crew Planner responsible for effective crew resource utilization and developing staffing plans. Role involves coordinating schedules, analyzing staffing needs, and providing exceptional service to crewmembers. Ideal candidates have a degree in business or aviation plus relevant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills being a must. Candidates must be flexible in terms of schedule, working nights and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or aviation preferred.
• 2-4 years related experience in Scheduling or Planning environment.
• Thorough knowledge of FAA regulations in regard to airline operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop long term staffing plans for pilots.
• Facilitate schedule and vacation bids.
• Monitor and adjust crew schedules due to program movements.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft software applications

Excellent analytical skills

Strong decision-making skills

Excellent oral/written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem resolution skills

Ability to work on multiple projects

Exceptional attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or aviation

2-4 years related experience

Prior Planning or Scheduling experience

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The Crew Planner is responsible for the effective utilization of crew resources and developing long-range staffing plans in compliance with company policy and FAA regulations through the use of analytical tools. Liaise with internal departments regarding staffing plans. The crew planner must provide exceptional customer service to the crewmembers and internal customers within other departments.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop long term staffing plans for pilots.
• Facilitate 6 month schedule bid and vacation bid.
• Monitor and adjust crewmembers schedules due to program movement to ensure adequate staffing and effective crew utilization.
• Analyze monthly staffing requirements against owner demand in order to proactively manage any short-term staffing deficits.
• Responsible for scheduling coordination of OE tours and PIC upgrades.
• Ensure accurate updates to crewmember’s schedules in CAMP, the company’s centralized aviation database.
• Coordinate implementation of staffing/training plans with various departments.
• Research and resolve conflicts regarding crew schedules.
• Update ILC schedules in CAMP based on aircraft commander crew schedules.
• Reconcile crewmember’s schedules to ensure accurate crew payroll reporting to HR. This includes paid time off, overtime and per diem reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Director.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in business or aviation preferred.
• Required two to four years’ related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience or a Flexjet employee with proven results within the company.
• Required two years related experience either in a Scheduling or Planning environment at a 135 or 121 airline operation; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior Planning or Scheduling experience within Flexjet preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of FARs in regard to Part 91, 121 or 135 airline operations.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Proficiency with Microsoft software applications (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word and Outlook).
• Must have excellent analytical skills and strong decision-making skills.
• Excellent oral/written communication, interpersonal skills and problem resolution skills are required.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail with organization and time management skills.

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays if required.