Job Description

Dispatcher - Flight Operations

Ryan International Airlines is a top-flight world carrier. Our 30-year reputation for safety and dependability draws professionals in search of career advancement where excellence is always in the air. We are currently seeking Dispatchers for our Rockford, Illinois operations. Come join our team!

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Why Choose Ryan
Ryan International Airlines offers diverse career opportunities to employees with a broad range of skills and experience that offer opportunity, challenge, excitement and reward.

 

 

JOB SUMMARY:

 

In addition to the regulatory requirements of 14 CFR Part 121 Subpart U, it is the responsibility of the Flight Dispatcher on duty to call to the attention of the Manager of Dispatch, any matter of which he has knowledge in connection with the operation of a flight which may affect the safety or efficiency of Ryan International Airlines' Flight Operations.

 

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

 

Sharing responsibility with the Captain the safety of the flight from time of departure to the time of arrival, insofar as the dispatch of aircraft or the provisions of information relative to the operation of the aircraft is concerned.
Company compliance of all FARs and Company policies and procedures, insofar as applicable to the dispatch of aircraft.
The preflight planning, issuance of flight release, monitoring flight progress and providing the latest available information, which will ensure the safest possible flight operations.
Flight following of aircraft worldwide, answer telephone calls and disseminating flight information.
Continual evaluation of the fleet's operational environment with regards to weather, NOTAMs, airport and route closures and anything else that may adversely effect the safety of a flight.
Disseminate all safety related information to the Captain of an effected flight.
Alerting the SOC Duty Manager to any potential issues and the down-line impact that could result.
Keep fully informed of all Regulations that relate to the operations of Company aircraft.
Advises Systems Operations Control and Tech. Services of current noise sensitive airports and their respective curfew hours and requirements.
Provide operational support of Part 91 flight operations.
Retrieve and enter aircraft movement messages and accurate descriptive delay information into Flite Trac.
Provide necessary route, airport, and aircraft performance analysis for charter planning as requested
 

What we offer:

• Medical Insurance
  
• Dental & Vision Insurance
  
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
  
• Life Insurance
  
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Travel Benefits
  
• On Site Fitness Center

SOC CENTER FUNCTION:

 

The Flight Dispatcher shares the responsibility with the Captain for planning and conducting a flight in a safe and efficient manner.  The Flight Dispatcher is responsible for coordinating operational issues regarding the operation with the SOC System Manager.  The Flight Dispatcher plans flights in accordance with all FARs and Company policies and monitors flight progress by suing all available means of information and communication.  If any change from “normal” company procedures needs to be considered, the Dispatcher will consult with the System Manager for addition direction.

 

Ryan International Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE M/F/D/V/LGBT Encouraged to Apply
 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform essential functions the job.

 

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Must be at least 23 years of age.
Possess a FAA Dispatch License.
Successfully pass required DOT Drug and Alcohol screening and criminal background checks.
Must have completed Dispatch Basic Indoctrination, Initial and Recurrent training as required, to perform functions of a Dispatcher. 
Ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Detail oriented with organizational and follow-up skills.
Knowledge of CFR rules and regulations. 

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