Flight Dispatcher Job at WSU Tech, Wichita, KS

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  • WSU Tech
  • Wichita, KS

Job Description

At WSU Tech , we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values-based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do.

  • Compensation: $18.20
  • Worksite Location: NCAT Campus

Overview / Job Summary:

The Flight Dispatcher plays a critical role in managing and overseeing flight operations and logistics, ensuring the safety and efficiency of all flight activities. This position involves working closely with pilots, air traffic control, and other personnel to coordinate flight schedules, monitor weather conditions, and ensure adherence to regulations.

Your day-to-day  responsibilities  will vary, but are not limited to:

  • Maintain an accurate and updated record of maintenance performed on each aircraft and coordinate with maintenance personnel to schedule aircraft for periodic inspections and unscheduled maintenance.
  • Maintain aircraft maintenance logbooks and associated entries.
  • Work extensively with the flight instructors, check airmen and Program Director to assess student needs and schedule them accordingly.
  • Invoice all flights and manage student flight accounts.
  • Update aircraft avionics systems on a monthly basis.
  • Coordinate storage of aircraft during inclement weather.
  • Manage and track aircraft/asset usage and generate weekly reports.
  • Serve as a medium between student pilots and fuel service organization to ensure timely refueling of aircraft.
  • Keep an inventory of aircraft oil usage and replenish oil stock as necessary.
  • Works collaboratively with all college departments to ensure faculty and student success
  • Enforces and maintains compliance with all federal, state and local laws and ordinances
  • Operates all job-related equipment, machinery, tools and other aids as required or needed

Requirements

Education:

  • High school diploma, required, Associate's degree preferred.

Required/Preferred Experience:

  • Industry experience in aviation business, specifically flight operations or aircraft maintenance, preferred.
  • Familiarity with FAA regulation and requirements, preferred
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
  • Ability to fulfill all duties with minimal supervision and to work independently
  • Assess situations rapidly and make logical decisions in a timely manner
  • Ability to effectively manage projects and multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Strong math, spelling, computer, and calculator abilities
  • Ability to communicate in a professional, calm and courteous manner with the general public and employees

Benefits

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Tags

Part time, Local area,

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