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Role Summary

The AOCS Safety Program Manager is the sole subject matter expert in safety management activities within the Airport Operations & Customer Service (AOCS) division at Alaska Airlines (AS). As an individual contributor, this role defines long-term strategy for the divisional Safety Management System (SMS) program and exercises considerable latitude and initiative to solve complex issues associated with the AOCS divisional SMS program.

Key Duties

• As the lead subject matter expert in safety management for AOCS, oversee safety management activities, including the SMS program.

• Define long-term strategy for the SMS program and oversee and own changes for continuous improvement.

• Exercise considerable latitude and initiative to embed SMS principles in the operation and ensure processes are in place and followed within the division, including completion of SMS training.

• Influence across company and several levels up as the Safety division liaison for AOCS Stations, AOCS Cargo and SEA Strategic Performance.

• Lead Safety Vision & Value initiative for AOCS and oversee the divisional Safety Recognition program.

• Manage design, implementation, and maintenance of a Leading Indicator program, working closely with Station Leadership.

• Develop and maintain an effective SMS data analysis review process that actively involves key division stakeholders and proactively identify safety risks and drives initiatives to mitigate those risks.

• Collaborate with station management and the Safety division to ensure continual improvement in safe operations.

• Network with and represent Alaska Air Group at industry, government, and regulatory agency meetings as necessary.

• Make decisions on an effective reporting process for purpose of sharing of results and facilitating discussion of the SMS program with senior leaders within the division through the DAG and SRB process.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in station operations with compliance oversight, Project Management, Safety Management System oversight or Aviation Data Analysis.

• Experience with Safety Management Systems and a full understanding of 14 CFR Part 5.

• A thorough understanding of airline safety and operating standards, including ground operations.

• Analytical with strong professional curiosity.

• Strong understanding of systems and processes.

• Strong desire to work collaboratively with internal customers, companion workgroups, and outside agencies.

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.

• Excellent communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening).

• Detailed oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

• Minimum age of 18.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred

• Experience working with regulatory or other governmental agencies.

• Safety Management System training including Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance.

• A Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree.

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Where permitted by applicable law, new hires must have received the COVID-19 vaccine. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or for a sincerely held religious belief.

Total Rewards

• Competitive total rewards package

• Medical, dental and vision benefits

• 401k match program

• Monthly incentive pay plan

• Annual incentive pay plan

• Generous paid time off

• Travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 12/29/2021
Employment Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Exempt
Regular/Temporary Regular
Requisition ID 2021-7050
Equal Employment Opportunity Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information (including family medical history) or other legally protected characteristics. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will also be considered for employment, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are an E-Verify Â® employer, where required by law.