Crew Scheduling Operations Manager

Summary

The Manager of Crew Scheduling Operations is responsible for the management and success of the

24/7/365 Crew Scheduling department and ensures excellent customer service for all Allegiant crew

members, on-time performance, operational integrity, and legal compliance. The Manager of Crew

Scheduling Operations is responsible for regular reporting of operational trends, events, and coverage

issues to the Senior Manager of Crew Services Operations and Operations Control Center (OCC).

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Minimum Requirements

Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Education Details: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Years Of Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in an operational role, preferably Crew Scheduling.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a supervisor role or above.
• Excellent computer skills, including a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite— Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Should be familiar with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
• Must be able to work effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the desire to inherently seek resolution to conflict.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and discretion.
• The ability to read, write, and speak English in order to receive and understand instructions, directives, and ensure safety, as well as the ability to interact with customers and team members.
• Proven knowledge and complete understanding of the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
  
  

(FARs)

• Must have strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to eliminate decision-paralysis through sound experiential reasoning.
• Must be able to manage time effectively to meet timelines across multiple projects.
• Must have high operational awareness in order to effectively lead and guide team members.
• Must have experience in leading a team, including motivating, supporting, correcting, and teaching them while taking a lead-by-example attitude.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays when managing an operational team to
  
  

support departmental goals.

• Ability to improve results by evolving with available resources, to include developing reports, automation, and potential AI solutions.
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with collective bargaining agreements.
• An understanding of the recruiting and hiring personnel processes within Allegiant.
• Experience in the development and documentation of processes.
• Experience in the development of training curriculum.
• An understanding of staffing and headcount models related to crew as well as the Crew Services
  
  

department.

• Experience in overseeing a 24/7 department.
  
  

Job Duties

• Work with Network Planning on improvements to the flight schedule and planned buffers.
• Work with Crew Planning on reserve levels, determining reserve callout periods, and the crew
  
  

member headcount model.

• Collaborate with Flight Crew Operations on determining temporary duty assignment allocations
  
  

and evaluating staffing levels for future months.

• Maintain positive relationships with Union leadership and have an open communication regarding
  
  

Crew Scheduling matters.

• Analyze and report on changes to regulatory or collective bargaining rules, and the effect on
  
  

required headcount.

• Ensure the department is staffed in alignment with department approved budget, and manage the
  
  

department headcount model.

• Represent the department at operational meetings, and be able to provide statistics and data as
  
  

pertaining to Crew Scheduling.

• Lead charge to maintain a customer service mindset within the Crew Scheduling department and
  
  

always strive to improve the crewmember experience.

• Serve as negotiations support and subject matter expert during collective bargaining negotiations.
• Ensure new crew schedulers are trained to be proficient in FAA regulations, CBA rules, and
  
  

company policies and procedures.

• Ensure all schedulers remain trained to a high level of proficiency, and are current and qualified.
• Develop and deliver Crew Scheduling annual employee performance reviews and quarterly as
  
  

required.

• Work together with the Crew Resources department to ensure training is properly aligned with the
  
  

needs and processes of the department.

• Interact with other corporate departments including Flight Crew Management, Operations Control
  
  

Center (OCC), Revenue Planning, Scheduling, Crew Payroll, Team Member Travel, Training,

Finance, and Senior Management.

• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the Crew Scheduling department to ensure
  
  

consistent application of work rules and policies.

• Report on reserve utilization, net reserve coverage, and crew productivity metrics; strategize with
  
  

OCC and Crew Strategy on operational needs.

• Establish and maintain a continuous feedback loop with Team Member Travel leadership to
  
  

ensure a cooperative environment between Team Member Travel and Crew Scheduling.

• Meet regularly with the Supervisors of Crew Services to communicate department updates,
  
  

provide guidance for daily challenges, and gain feedback.

• Ensure Crew Scheduling has the office space, office equipment, and resources required to run
  
  

Crew Scheduling in an efficient manner.

• Communicate and coordinate with the Senior Manager of Crew Services Operations regarding
  
  

any deficiencies or need for corrective action to ensure the department staff and policies are

adequate to maintain a safe and efficient operation.

• Ensure any direct reports understand and apply our Customer Commitment and customer service
  
  

standards to their daily responsibilities, as appropriate.

• Model Allegiant’s customer service standards in personal actions and when providing leadership
  
  

direction.

• Respond, attend, and represent as Point of Contact to ad-hoc meetings when emergency or
  
  

weather events occur.

• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The Physical Demands and Work Environment described here are a representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Office - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk,

hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, key board, printer, and

phone. May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 20 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role. Exposure to moderate

noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers, and foot traffic), temperature and light

fluctuations. Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an

extended period of time. Some travel may be a requirement of the role.

Essential Services Provider

Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and

state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned trip or work location during

national and state emergencies unless prohibited by local, state or federal order.

EEO Statement

We welcome all individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences to apply. Our company values the

unique perspectives and talents that each person brings to our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

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$80,000 - $100,000 a yearFull Time Benefits:Profit SharingMedical/Dental/Vision/Life/ Disability InsuranceMedical Travel ReimbursementLegal, Identity and Pet Insurance401K with an employer matchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramFlight BenefitsPaid vacation, holidays, and sick time Part Time Benefits:Profit SharingMedical Travel ReimbursementLegal, Identity and Pet Insurance401K with an employer matchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramFlight BenefitsSick timeWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.