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The Director Inflight Safety, Standards, & Compliance sets the long-term strategy and oversees the performance of inflight safety, standards (policies & procedures) and compliance for Alaska Air Group (AAG) and its subsidiaries. As a people leader, this role establishes strategic goals and direction for a team of leaders to uphold cabin safety standards and ensure cabin operation standards are complying with all regulatory requirements and accountable for all inflight compliance-related matters.
Job Responsibility:
Sets strategic direction for the Inflight policy, procedure, and standards function
Serves as the functional authority and spokesperson on Inflight policy and procedural matters
Owns functional decision-making for the creation, approval, integration, and long-term management of all Inflight policies and procedures
Leads the development of Inflight safety and long-term policy frameworks
Provides strategic oversight for Safety Risk Management (SRM) activities
Directs cross functional alignment, representing Inflight in enterprise level policy and process discussions
Leads and develops managers and specialist teams
Holds functional budget accountability and long-range operational responsibility
Requirements:
8 years of experience in relevant aviation safety and/or compliance
5 years of leadership experience, with at least 2 of those years directly leading people
Bachelor’s degree, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree
Outstanding communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening) and presentation skills
Deep understanding of aviation regulations and safety standards
Proven experience in conducting root cause analysis and building robust plans for comprehensive fixes to close gaps
Experience in ownership and accountability for department manuals that guide the daily Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Flight Attendants
Excellent problem-solving skills
Experience with labor unions
Flight attendant qualified, or able to successfully complete 5 weeks of flight attendant training
Knowledge of applicable FAA regulations
Minimum age of 21
Nice to have:
Inflight experience
Experience in playing a leading role in Emergency Command Centers (ECC) or the Go-Team
What we offer:
Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air with high priority status
Select number of confirmed travel credits provided annually
Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits