Aero Club Manager
What you'd do
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Aero Club on on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK. Regular Full-Time employees have a regular and continuous work schedule of at least 35 hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week. You are eligible for the following benefits and compensation: Health and Life Insurance, Awards, Leave, Retirement, 401K, Overtime Pay, Workers' Compensation, Shift Differential, Sunday Premium Pay, Holiday Pay.
Major duties
Oversees the economical and efficient operation of the Aero Club. Monitors the various activities involved in club operations to ensure sound business management practices are being applied. Administers a safety program, using all available resources, ensuring the safest possible flying environment. Coordinates with marketing team to develop marketing ideas to enhance business operations. Develops budgets and financial plans. Arranges membership activities, drives, and recreational flying activities. Maintains all operational and administrative records to include: training, maintenance, safety and scheduling in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Ensures all required publications, tools and materials are available and current. Upholds high standards of aircraft safety and maintenance. Certifies facility operations comply with all FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) and Air Force regulations. Develops and maintains Standard Operating Procedures and PIFs (pilot information file). Promotes, organizes and supervises all flight training in coordination with the Chief Flight Instructor. Ensures flight/ground training materials are pertinent to the courses. Prioritizes maintenance of aircraft in coordination with the maintenance staff and contractors. Directs contract mechanics and flight instructors. Forecasts and procures replacement of aircraft engines and propellers, avionics and parts. Accountable for club equipment and performing property inventories. Hires, supervises, promotes, motivates and initiates actions to correct performance and recommends formal disciplinary actions of NAF employees. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13042189
What you need to qualify
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 08/27/2026 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Experience managing/overseeing business operations for a small club or activity (i.e., developing expense reports, interpreting business reports, & financial records, scheduling of staff, supply & inventory procedures, planning and programming of club activities, etc). Experience managing and administering a safety and maintenance program in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and policies. Associate or bachelor's degree in applicable area of study (piloting, aircraft maintenance, aviation administration, business related studies, or management.) OR 3 years of professional experience in related business management, or aviation fields. Certified flight instructor OR aircraft mechanic certificate with airframe & powerplant ratings (A&P) is preferred but not required.
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