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Flight Operations Coordinator

Auburn
$39,800-$59,700
United States, Alabama, Auburn
1550 East Glenn Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S4090P
Home Org Name Flight Education
Division Name College of Liberal Arts
Position Title Flight Operations Coordinator
Job Class Code EG21
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The College of Liberal Arts' Flight Education Department is excited to announce an opening for a Flight Operations Coordinator to join our team!

The Flight Operations Administrator executes the flight and business operations within the Department of Professional Flight and Aviation Maintenance by supporting the Director of Operations, the Director of Aviation Maintenance, and their administrative staff while coordinating with Flight Instruction, Dispatch, Scheduling, Testing/Records and Advising.

Auburn University is more than just an institution; it's a vibrant community where real people come together to make a difference. Our commitment to students, employees, communities, and our world runs deep, and it's reflected in every corner of our campus and beyond.

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Essential Functions

  • Maintains efficient flight and business operations for the Department of Professional Flight and the business operations of Aviation Maintenance through the implementation, coordination, and administration of the Departments' information and communication needs between Dispatch, Scheduling, Flight Instruction, Maintenance and Testing/Records, Building Services, Maintenance, and Access


  • Oversees financial transactions, including, but not limited to invoices/vendor vouchers, journal vouchers, direct charges, budget change orders, travel vouchers, error corrections, and purchase requisitions; reconciles purchasing cards; and prepares financial reports such as collection and accounts receivable reports for both the Department of Professional Flight and Aviation Maintenance.
  • Administers the Department of Professional Flight's students and employee's wellness program, which may include collaborating with the Director of the AU Medical Clinic and coordinating with the Director of Operations to ensure protocols and policies align with the most recent guidelines and recommendations of the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control.
  • Assists the Department of Professional Flight and Aviation Maintenance with purchases and capital expenditures which may include preparing requisitions and purchase change orders, manual and electronic vendor vouchers ensuring that all required supporting documentation are accurate and complete and wire transfer payments have been received by vendor.
  • Monitors student-related financial matters and issues by creating and modifying student billing; transmits monthly student flight account balances to Student Financial Services and requests credits, corrections, and adjustments on individual accounts as necessary.
  • Collaborates with the Professional Flight Academic Advisor on incoming students, enrollment projections, course registrations, student flight blocks and flight instructors assignments and potential student issues.
  • Coordinates with the Department of Professional Flight, Aircraft Maintenance, and School of Aviation staff on HR issues, which includes collaborating with others to process the Department's and Aviation Maintenance's timekeeping and payroll functions, advising and explaining HR/payroll/leave/benefit policies to the Director of Operations, and Department employees; advises and notifies School of Aviation's Business Services Coordinator of flight instructor pay rate increases; and maintains inventory of flight instructor documents
  • Complies with all FAA rules and regulation and maintains current knowledge of FAA rules and regulations applicable to performance of job duties.
  • Partners with the Veterans Resource Center to ensure accurate billing of VA student's flight benefits and understand the most current VA policies and guidelines.
  • Administers the Flight Operations software by adding and updating users and user profiles, providing on-site support, conducting software training to new employees, and troubleshooting various portals and modules - such as student grading, mission and pilot logs, etc. Oversees the software's data for quality and integrity.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications

  • Associates Degree in business administration or related field. 3 years experience in flight ops, flight school, or financial reporting.
  • Must include administrative experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knowledge in basic accounting principles, financial and booking. Desired knowledge of banner, kronos, as well as knowledge of FERPA, FAA & TSA regulations specific to a Part 141 flight program.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications
Experience in operations involving equipment, facilities, or personnel coordination and scheduling is desired.
Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $39,800-$59,700
Job Category Other
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 11/08/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/49443
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