Job Description
Assist Dispatchers, Superintendents on Duty (SODs), and ATC Specialists with the various on-going, daily flight operations of Southwest Airlines. Assist the Dispatch Specialists with all aspects of SWA charter operations. Acquires his/her knowledge through on-the-job Dispatcher training by providing support to the Dispatchers, SODs, and the Dispatch Specialist.
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform numerous duties that assist the Dispatchers, including but not limited to:
Execute ATC slot substitution programs and maintain various operational databases.
Transmit various notifications to the stations during daily operations and ensure that selected weather maps are faxed to stations for distribution to Flight Crews.
Maintain printed weather NOTAM and field condition information for archival purposes.
Maintain daily on-going dispatch bulletin.
Assist the Dispatch Specialists with all areas of SWA charter planning.
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description.
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalency required.
College course work or a degree preferred.
1 year of airline operations or related work experience with a Part 135 or Part 121-air carrier under the Code of Federal Regulations required.
2-3 years of FAR 121 Dispatch experience highly preferred.
One year or more Leadership experience preferred
Flag/ETOPS experience preferred
FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate required.
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines.
Must be able to operate various computer systems (current and emergent), including PCs & SWIFT (SGI hardware) with various software packages.
Must be able to type and/or use the computer keyboard with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the current demands of the job.
Must have the ability to master any emergent computer systems that become available for use within the NOC.
Must be able to work well with others as part of a Team, professionally interact with other departments.
Must be able to work under tight time constraints and under stressful and/or emergency situations.
Must be able to use various radio equipment.
Must be able to communicate and receive information verbally via radio or multi-line telephone equipment.
Must be able to work rotating shifts (24x7) and overtime as required.
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in labor agreements and/or established guidelines.
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Other Qualifications
Job Details
Company: Southwest Airlines
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Location: Dallas, Texas, United States
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