Student Flight Dispatcher

Auburn University; Glen Haven (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University in the School of Aviation seeks a Student Flight Dispatcher to coordinate aircraft and flight training device dispatch for Professional Flight students and to report and track maintenance events.

Hours run 4:30am–9:00pm, Monday–Saturday, with a requirement to be available every other Saturday. The role emphasizes clear communication, safety, and customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student at Auburn University.
• Experience with iOS and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Dispatches training flights, simulators, and ground lessons per the daily schedule and assigns resources to support flight training.
• Ensures accurate aircraft status is displayed in the management system.
• Works with maintenance to ensure aircraft availability.
• Assists with inventory tracking of training materials and supplies.
• Assists with after-hours/Saturday flight shuttle, as needed.
• Assists in student records management.

Skills

iOS

Microsoft Office

Education

Enrolled student at Auburn University

Job description

Overview

The School of Aviation within the College of Liberal Arts is seeking a Student Flight Dispatcher to coordinate the dispatch of aircraft and flight training devices for students enrolled in the Professional Flight program, as well as report and track aircraft maintenance events.

Operational hours extend from 4:30am-9:00pm Monday-Saturday; selected applicant MUST be available to work every other Saturday.

Responsibilities

• Dispatches training flights, simulators, and ground lessons in accordance with the published daily schedule and assigns resources necessary to support flight training.
• Ensures accurate aircraft status is displayed in the computer-based management system.
• Works closely with maintenance personnel to ensure aircraft availability.
• Assists with inventory tracking of training materials and supplies.
• Assists with after-hours/Saturday flight shuttle, as needed.
• Assists in student records management.
• Schedules aircraft re-fueling with airport.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student at Auburn University
• Experience with iOS and Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver's license

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Clear communication skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with a focus on safety and customer service

Why Work at Auburn?

Why should YOUconsider student employment at Auburn University?

• Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
• Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
• Make a difference!Have the satisfaction of knowing YOUare a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

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