Aviation Crew Scheduling Specialist/Paralegal
Company: Air Line Pilots Association
Location: Memphis
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Aviation Crew Scheduling Specialist/ParalegalUS-TN-MemphisJob
ID: 2024-0025Type: 4 (Exempt, Bargaining Unit 1 (EB)# of Openings:
1Category: Contract Administration & Enforcement/Representation -
ParalegalAir Line Pilots Association, Int'l.Responsibilities
Aviation Crew Scheduling Specialist/Paralegal The Air Line Pilots
Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union
in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety
organization in the world (representing over 77,000 pilots at 41
U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Paralegal for our
office in Memphis, Tennessee. Under general supervision and within
the limitations of Association policy, the Paralegal provides
contractual and legal research support and assists in the analysis
of contractual disputes. They work closely with MEC officers,
representatives, and committee volunteers to assist in gathering
information and evidence in order to review and analyze potential
contract issues and support and assist in the development of
strategies and tactics for resolution. They interact with pilot
members to assess whether potential disputes exist under the
collective bargaining agreement and, if so, support pilot efforts
to informally resolve the dispute with management while also
handling contractual appeals of disputes that are not resolved
earlier in the resolution process, including the subsequent
processing of cases to the System Board of Adjustment, the
preparation of the cases at the Board, and the preparation of
post-hearing briefs. They also provide support and assistance in
the preparation and processing of Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) enforcement cases at all stages, up to and including appeals
and filing appeal briefs. Individual responsibility and
administrative ability are both required to ensure that tasks are
carried out as assigned and important deadlines are met. Travel: 10
- 40 %. ALPA is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit
discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based
on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin,
gender identity, caste, disability, neurodiversity, genetic
information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as
outlined in federal or provincial laws. We highly value everyone
and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans,
and people with disabilities.This position is covered by a
collective bargaining agreement.ALPA is a member-driven, staff
supported, union with two internal professional unions. Minimum
Requirements:
- High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in relevant
area, e.g., English, Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Pre-Law,
or related field, from an accredited college or university
preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and
practical experience.
- Two (2) years of paralegal experience preferred or similar work
experience such as airline crew scheduling.
- Paralegal Certificate preferred.
- Labor law experience strongly preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and
written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external
contacts, and pilots.
- Understanding of pilot contracts, corporate practices, and
Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) preferred.
- Knowledge of pilot scheduling and work rules preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Able to work independently and to be proactive in identifying
and responding to issues and problems.
- Software: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
required; SharePoint preferred. Physical Demands: Note: The
physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that
must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this
position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this
position described below. Constantly operates a
computer/smartphone/tablet. Regularly required to maintain a
stationary position, move about the office and the local
metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and
converse with others and exchange accurate information. Regularly
required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and
travel (locally and nationally). Also includes occasional bending,
stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to
pack, unpack, and/or move cases. Occasionally required to move,
raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up
to ten (10) pounds (lbs.). While on travel, could be responsible to
move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50
lbs. (Assistance may not always be available.) ALPA offers
competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including:
- 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus
2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of
employment. No employee contribution required! The 401k plan
includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule.
- Generous health care benefits on day one - PPO, Kaiser (where
available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes
coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee,
spouse, and/or dependent children;
- 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer
days per year;
- Generous sick and bereavement leave;
- Competitive parental leave;
- Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance;
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts;
- Retiree health plan;
- Education Assistance Program; and,
- Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life
insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe
benefits, where available.
- Partial remote work opportunities. PROJECTED ANNUAL SALARY
RANGE: $62,858.00 -$89,796.00 Relocation Not Provided.Sponsorship
not available for this position. PM19 QualificationsMemorandum
To:All ALPA EmployeesFrom:Human Resources DepartmentRE:REPLACEMENT
OPPORTUNITYDate:April 26, 2024 The following Unit 1 position is
available for bid in our Memphis, TN office:POSITIONS: Paralegal,
Gr. IIICLOSING DATE:May 9, 2024REPORTS TO:Director, Representation
or designeeREFERRAL BONUS*:$1,886.00 (US)POSITION SUMMARY:Under
general supervision and within the limitations of Association
policy, the Paralegal provides contractual and legal research
support and assists in the analysis of contractual disputes. They
work closely with MEC officers, representatives, and committee
volunteers to assist in gathering information and evidence in order
to review and analyze potential contract issues and support and
assist in the development of strategies and tactics for resolution.
They interact with pilot members to assess whether potential
disputes exist under the collective bargaining agreement and, if
so, support pilot efforts to informally resolve the dispute with
management while also handling contractual appeals of disputes that
are not resolved earlier in the resolution process, including the
subsequent processing of cases to the System Board of Adjustment,
the preparation of the cases at the Board, and the preparation of
post-hearing briefs. They also provide support and assistance in
the preparation and processing of Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) enforcement cases at all stages, up to and including appeals
and filing appeal briefs. Individual responsibility and
administrative ability are both required to ensure that tasks are
carried out as assigned and important deadlines are met.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in relevant
area, e.g., English, Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Pre-Law,
or related field, from an accredited college or university
preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and
practical experience.
- Two (2) years of paralegal experience preferred or similar work
experience such as airline crew scheduling.
- Paralegal Certificate preferred.
- Labor law experience strongly preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and
written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external
contacts, and pilots.
- Understanding of pilot contracts, corporate practices, and
Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) preferred.
- Knowledge of pilot scheduling and work rules preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Able to work independently and to be proactive in identifying
and responding to issues and problems.
- Software: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
required; SharePoint preferred.
- Travel: 10 - 40%. Physical Demands: Note: The physical demands
described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to
successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to
perform the essential physical activities of this position
described below. Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.
Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about
the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others
have said or written, and converse with others and exchange
accurate information. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend,
reach, and move about the office and travel (locally and
nationally). Also includes occasional bending, stooping, squatting,
and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or
move cases. Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or
retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds
(lbs.). While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise,
reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs.
(Assistance may not always be available.) Please apply online at
and click on About ALPA/Careers;click on view all open positions
andAviation Crew Scheduling Specialist/Paralegal,
US-TN-Memphis;Apply for this job online;Fill out an online form;
andcreate your login and enter your information as directed.For the
"How Did You Hear About Us?" drop down menu,select the "Internal
Applicant (current employee)" option. ALPA employees who are
interested in applying must also complete an . PLEASE NOTE:The
offer of employment for this position will be made only through the
Human Resources Department. *REMEMBER You may be eligible to
receive a referral bonus up to the amount shown, if ALPA hires an
applicant referred by you. Make your referral online at ; click on
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Keywords: Air Line Pilots Association, Memphis , Aviation Crew Scheduling Specialist/Paralegal, Other , Memphis, Tennessee
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