Air Line Pilots Association · 10 hours ago
Pilot Assistance Specialist
Tysons (McLean), Virginia
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$101K/yr - $144K/yr
3+ years expThe Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) is the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization. They are seeking an experienced Pilot Assistance Specialist to provide support and expertise across various Pilot Assistance programs, ensuring they remain effective and aligned with best practices.
Airlines/Aviation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Providing staff support, coordination, and subject-matter expertise across ALPA’s Pilot Assistance programs
Ensuring these programs remain pilot-focused, confidential, and aligned with evolving best practices in mental health, crisis response, peer support, conflict resolution, and medical/occupational well-being
Helping ensure that the Pilot Assistance group is in the best possible position to provide ALPA members with access to trusted resources during times of stress, crisis, conflict, or personal need
Maintaining a strong, coordinated support infrastructure across both U.S. and Canadian operations
Engaging as necessary with the other three Air Safety Organization (ASO) ALPA pillars—Safety, Security, and Jumpseat
Working with internal staff and ASO pilots and leadership whose contributions strengthen safety culture and operational resilience
Engaging with safety-management efforts, training and human-factors initiatives, the Safety and Training Councils, and Canadian occupational health and safety programs
Looking for opportunities to strengthen ALPA Pilot Assistance programs
Ensuring that pilot well-being remains a foundational element of the Association’s overall approach to aviation safety
Supporting the implementation of Pilot Assistance initiatives and priorities established by pilot leadership and E&AS management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in psychology, human services, public health, organizational behavior, aviation, or a related field, from an accredited college or university; or, an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that includes familiarity with aviation operations and/or pilot working environments
Three (3) or more years of experience providing program coordination and support in pilot assistance, peer-support, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) functions, mental-health, aeromedical, safety/wellness, crisis-response, and/or aviation-related volunteer programs
Working knowledge of the aviation industry; specifically, Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) related to pilot medical certification, fitness for duty, and safety/certification reporting; and, familiarity with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) related to pilot medical standards and occupational health is desirable
Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare guidance, training materials, policy summaries, and program documentation for pilot leadership use
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, support sensitive volunteer work, and navigate issues with professionalism and discretion
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple programs, volunteer groups, schedules, and information flows across U.S. and Canadian operations
Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and respond proactively to emerging needs or time-sensitive program issues
Must possess strong time management skills; be able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment; and, transition easily between projects
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) and the ability to quickly learn new platforms or organizational systems
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including supporting volunteer coordination during incidents or time-critical events when needed
Benefits
401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 12% plus 2% contribution into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan (MBCBP) after 180 days of employment. No employee contribution required! Employees can choose to make pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax contributions to the 401(k). The plan permits in-plan Roth conversions and has a 4-year vesting schedule. The MBCBP has a 3-year cliff vesting period;
Generous health care benefits on day one – Aetna PPO Plan, Aetna High Deductible Health Plan, and a Kaiser HMO Plan (where available), which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee, their spouse, and/or dependent children. Employees do not have to pay premiums if they enroll in the Aetna High Deductible Health Plan or the Kaiser HMO Plan;
Days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year;
Generous sick and bereavement leave;
Competitive parental leave;
Company-paid coverage for long term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment;
Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts;
Retiree health plan and a retiree health account (retiree HRA). Funds in the retiree health account can be used to pay for eligible medical expenses in retirement;
Education Assistance Program that reimburses 100% of eligible expenses;
Optional benefits include a legal plan, supplemental life insurance, college 529 plan, pet insurance, long term care insurance, and qualified transportation fringe benefits (where available);
Partial remote work opportunities are available after six months of service.
Company
Air Line Pilots Association
The Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA) is the largest airline pilot union in the world, representing more than 80,000 pilots at 42 U.S.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Elizabeth Robinson
CFO
Recent News
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