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• This role is a critical leader in the growing of Aviation Programs within the Regional Division. This organization is responsible for establishing world-class aviation programs that expose youth to the possibilities of these career paths and guides individuals throughout the program. This position is directly responsible for the selection process of candidates who are interested in the pilot pathway and support the individuals journey to become a Pilot for American Airlines.

As noted above, this list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

• Ensures American Airline’s success in increasing the pilot supply pool and directing those pilots to American Airlines Group (AAG)
• Develops strategies to effectively communicate to Cadet Academy applicants, as well as all prospective new pilots who inquire about opportunities with American
• Creates and advances a selection process which will provide an inflow of new cadets who will have the best opportunity for success
• Develops analytics to track common attributes giving highest opportunity for successful outcome in program for candidate
• Acts as the frontline for candidate support and engagement
• Communicates with recruitment partners to ensure candidate referrals enter selection process in a timely and well-coordinated manner
• Works closely with flight school partners to track student inflow and class capacity
• Supports the American presence and engagement at organizational, community, and career events throughout the US
• Engages American cadets to provide career pathway understanding and professional development, ensuring their ultimate success and employability
• Collaborates with broader Aviation Programs team to ensure creative improvements are always brought forward and implemented as relevant
  All youll need for success
• Up to 20 travel required

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• 3 years of recruiting experience in the aviation industry or 3 years equivalent years of civilian flight training experience
• Knowledge of pilot qualification requirements across all certificates and ratings
• Knowledge and understanding of the aviation training industry and demand for critical aviation roles

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelors degree in related field
• Leadership and project management experience
• FAA Pilot Certificate

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Knowledge and understanding of the civilian flight training industry and airline pilot demand
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc
• Skills and ability to manage a large database of applicants, assess online applications, schedule, oversee, and conduct interviews
• Ability to track and report data, as well as communicate effectively with program participants and partners
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.