TES Flight Dispatcher

Auburn University

Auburn, ALTemporary$15/hrSeen 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation

$15/hr

Location

Auburn, AL

Schedule

Temporary

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

Auburn University is hiring a TES Flight Dispatcher. The TES Flight Dispatcher facilitates the dispatch of aircraft and flight training devices for Auburn University School of Aviation and its Department of Professional Flight. This role includes reporting and tracking aircraft maintenance events. The candidate must be available to work some Saturdays, as operational hours extend from 4:30 am to 9:00 pm, Monday through Saturday.

Key focus areas include Dispatch training flights, simulators, and ground lessons according to the daily schedule, Assign resources necessary to support flight training, and Ensure accurate aircraft status is displayed in the computer-based management system.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent and Availability Saturdays. Important skills include Clear Verbal Communication, Organizational Skills, Navigate Shifting Priorities, Work In Fast-Paced Environment, Time-Sensitive Environment, and Customer Service.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Clear Verbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsNavigate Shifting PrioritiesWork in Fast-Paced EnvironmentTime-Sensitive EnvironmentCustomer ServiceiOSMicrosoft Office Suite

Qualifications

Available to Work Some SaturdaysHigh School Diploma or Equivalent

Full job description

Salary Range: USD $15.00/Hr. - USD $15.00/Hr.

Locations: Auburn, AL

Job Type: Temporary

Department: Flight Education

Associated Division: College of Liberal Arts

Req ID: 9552

Overview

Facilitate the dispatch of aircraft and flight training devices used by Auburn University School of Aviation and its Department of Professional Flight, to include the reporting and tracking of aircraft maintenance events.

Operational hours extend from 4:30am-9:00pm Monday-Saturday; candidate MUST be available to work some Saturdays.

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
Assistance with special projects
Seasonal work
Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU students are not eligible for TES .

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 in student records management.
Schedules aircraft re-fueling with airport.
Assists with Saturday flight shuttle, as needed.
Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have clear verbal communication skills as job duties include speaking over radio to pilots.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to navigate shifting priorities are essential.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with a focus on customer service.
Experience with iOS and Microsoft Office Suite is strongly desired.

Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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