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Labor Relations Counsel (This position is available in either Tysons (McLean), VA or Minneapolis, MN.)   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 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Labor Relations Counsel for our office in Tysons (McLean), Virginia or Minneapolis, Minnesota.  Under minimal direct supervision and within the limitations of Association policy, the Labor Relations Counsel provides assistance to pilot governing bodies and to individual members on all subjects that affect their employment.  In coordination with department managers, they use thorough understanding of applicable laws and comprehensive experience in Association policies and procedures to handle an extensive range of complex labor relations assignments, often on short notice, and function as a labor relations professional.  They also provide staff assistance in all phases of negotiating agreements; coordinate all activities during negotiations while concurrently maintaining communication with all interested parties; monitor and administer contracts; manage FAA actions against individual pilots; prepare summaries of NTSB Accident/Incident hearings; handle all case management functions; and, may work on national projects in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.  They actively listen, build trust, and adapt their style and tactics to fit the audience.  Infrequently, they may be called upon at any hour to respond to safety-related emergency inquiries.  Travel, significant and, at times, on short notice is required.     Travel:  usually 10 - 35%; sporadically 50 – 75% (may vary based on location).   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is 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, 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.  Qualifications: - Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Law (LLM), or similar advanced degree from an approved school of law required. - Member in good standing of the Bar. - Five (5) years of related experience in labor law and litigation required, ten (10) or more years preferred. Aviation experience preferred.  Negotiations experience strongly preferred. - Experience in collective bargaining, grievance, and arbitration preferred. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, senior legal and aviation professionals, and pilots. - Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate long-term projects. - Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment to formulate decisions and/or solve problems, under time pressure and urgent conditions. - Knowledge of the Railway Labor Act and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) preferred. - Experience using online legal research, Westlaw or the equivalent, preferred. - Software: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.  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 (locally, nationally, and internationally).  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. Relocation Not Provided.   PM19    

  Administrative Council Services Coordinator     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 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks a Council Services Coordinator for our Tysons (McLean), Virginia office.  Council Services Coordinators (CSCs) provide direct service and assistance to local council representatives and officers, i.e., the CSC is the initial contact for all needs and ALPA services.  CSCs handle tasks such as planning meetings and events, processing council correspondence, coordinating artwork, purchasing requests, and, facilitating other administrative requests to ensure the success of the elected officers they support.  Each pilot group’s local council officers have their own primary point of contact (POC) CSC, as well as backup support from the other CSCs when their primary CSC is unavailable.    Based in the Association’s national office, the CSC provides primary support for elected officers who do not have out-based staff and they support/guide out-based staff who may need assistance, ensuring a smooth flow of communication from council representatives to their members, with MEC officers, and providing contact with appropriate Association staff.  CSC customer service enables council representatives and officers to efficiently and effectively perform their responsibilities while adhering to ALPA policies and procedures, as provided for in ALPA governing body documents.  As a CSC, they establish and maintain accurate and complete records and conscientiously respond to events and situations as they arise, always and pragmatically representing the pilots and ALPA with a professional demeanor, especially in stressful and/or potentially stressful situations.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is 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, 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.   Minimum Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience, with some post-secondary education and/or college course work preferred. - Minimum of two years working with computer systems in a business environment required. - Customer/member service experience strongly preferred. - Software: Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. - Ability to work independently, without close supervision, and provide administrative solutions to various issues as they arise. - Strong attention to detail and organizational and follow-through skills with the ability to handle multiple detailed tasks simultaneously while under deadline pressure. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, required. - Ability to resolve conflict and constructively and diplomatically handle difficult situations. - Effective interpersonal skills for interaction with member pilots and employees. - Able to work flexible schedule on short-notice as needed.   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; 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 the local metropolitan area.  May also include 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, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  Sporadically and/or while on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage and/or boxes 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.   Relocation not provided.   PM19  

Finance Specialist     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 seeks an experienced Finance Specialist for the Delta Master Executive Council (MEC) Office in Atlanta, representing over 15,000 pilots flying for Delta.  The Finance Specialist provides support to the Master Executive Council (MEC) Administration and MEC Office Supervisor.  They will regularly interact with member pilots, officers, ALPA staff members, and committee members, as well as vendors and consultants, to independently resolve issues and provide information to the MEC officers and the Finance department as it relates to the expenses of the MEC.  They interact with airline contacts and other members of the MEC staff and Finance Department to resolve procedural and technical problems involving financial transactions.  They are responsible for research projects pertaining to the Delta MEC Finance Department that have been directed by the Delta MEC Treasurer.  Regular communication with the Delta MEC Treasurer is a must for success in this position.   Travel: 5 – 10%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is 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, 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.   Minimum Requirements:   - High school diploma required.  Bachelor’s degree in relevant area, e.g., accounting, business, or finance, from an accredited college or university preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. - Two (2) years prior or related experience with AP, AR, and/or billing systems required, four (4) or more years preferred. - ALPA experience and/or public accounting experience preferred.  - Knowledge of Delta corporate practices preferred. - Excellent communication skills, oral and written, required. - Ability to interact professionally with all levels of internal and external contacts. - Software:  Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint proficient; intermediate knowledge of MEC PRISM.   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, nationally, and internationally).  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.  Relocation not provided.      

Supervisor, Design and Production    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 75,000 pilots at 43 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Supervisor, Design and Production for our McLean, Virginia, office.  The Supervisor, Design and Production, is responsible for overseeing design and production staff to ensure all art requests meet the Association’s standards and that art and physical items are of high-quality and delivered on time.  The position is also responsible for implementing ALPA’s design and brand governance for print and digital uses.    Along with overseeing a team of designers and production project managers, the Supervisor will guide design and layout across the team; perform quality control; and, ensure customer satisfaction throughout the process, including the finished product.  They will develop original ideas and produce print and digital materials for use across the Association.  They will also oversee the ALPA intake and project management system that tracks all projects across the department.   The ideal candidate will follow design trends to keep ALPA products current while meeting the Association’s goals.  Success in this position requires supervisory experience, patience, and the ability to communicate effectively with member volunteers, MEC Officers, colleagues, and staff.  Their people and communication skills with peers, members, and Officers are sound and they have demonstrated the ability to multitask on multiple projects in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment.    Interested applicants will be requested to submit online portfolio link(s) showing previous work.   Travel:  2 - 5%.    ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is 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, disability, neurodiversity, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics, including Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities, as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities. Qualifications:  - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. - Five (5) years of related experience in a very demanding production or design environment required, ten (10) or more strongly preferred. - Significant successful experience working with external vendors of print and promotional products. - Possesses a thorough understanding of ALPA Communications policy. - Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, e.g., Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, XD. - Experience project-managing multiple projects and clients simultaneously. - Has the ability to explain design intentions and choices to clients in plain terms. - Previous supervisory experience preferred. - Adaptive, modern design instincts and experiences to apply to print and digital mediums. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, and pilots. - Excellent organizational skills. - Must possess exceptional time management skills; be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment; and, transition easily between projects. - Complete knowledge of printing processes: paper and ink selection, production timelines, review, and delivery. - The ability to occasionally work long and after-hours to support rush and priority projects.   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.  Vision, corrected or uncorrected, mut be acute and discriminating.  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.  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 13% after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 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; - 27 days paid vacation and 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.   Relocation not provided.     PM19  

Benefits Specialist     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 seeks a Benefits Specialist for our office in Toronto, Ontario, located in Etobicoke.  ALPA represents more than 75,000 pilots at 43 airlines in Canada and the United States.  The Benefits Specialist helps to develop and implement individual Master Executive Council (MEC) goals by providing professional and technical support to pilots in the negotiation, implementation, and understanding of their welfare and retirement benefit programs, including programs such as Defined Contribution Pension Plans, Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs), and Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs).  The Benefits Specialist must possess a strong knowledge of health benefit and welfare plans including employer-sponsored Group Life; Health; Extended Health; Dental; Disability (short-term and long-term); Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D); Critical Illness; and, Health Spending Accounts and Personal Spending Accounts.  Knowledge of Retiree Benefits/Retirement Plans and Employer Stock Purchase Plans (ESPPs) is desired.   The Benefits Specialist provides continuity by establishing relationships with company representatives, ALPA staff, and outside service providers such as investment managers, trustees, third party administrators (TPAs), insurance brokers, CPAs, actuaries, and claims adjustors.  They work closely with and support the members of the pilot group’s MEC Retirement & Insurance (R&I) Committee, as well as function as an in-house consultant to other MEC committees in the area of employee benefits and as a daily contact in the Office for individual pilots, providing information and assistance in the benefits area.  They will also provide information and support during benefits-related collective bargaining negotiations.   They will develop and conduct regularly scheduled benefits-related seminars for pilots; thus, the successful candidate must be comfortable with public speaking.  They will also work with the airlines’ benefit staff to resolve benefits issues for members.  Because they work with members of the MEC, MEC committees, and other ALPA staff to provide the required benefit consulting expertise for the member or project under consideration, the successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of benefits, current trends and legislation, and will be expected to maintain knowledge in these areas.   Local, national, and international travel:  20 – 25%. ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behaviour of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics, including Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities, as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Minimum Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in relevant area from an accredited college or university is required; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. - Five (5) or more years of experience working in employee benefits required, ten (10) or more years strongly preferred. - Working knowledge of the design and operation of retirement and welfare benefits required. - Working knowledge of legal requirements applicable to retirement and welfare benefits (e.g., Income Tax Act (ITA) and Canada Revenue Agency) required. - Working knowledge of laws on benefits and compensation required. - Airline and/or union experience a plus. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with MEC members, MEC committees, individual members, internal staff, and external contacts. - Ability to confidently present on benefits issues to various types of audiences, including pilots, company representatives, and ALPA staff. - Certification as an Employee Benefits Paralegal or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) preferred but not required. - Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.   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, nationally, and internationally).  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, 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 enhanced benefits, including:   - 27 days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - generous sick and bereavement leave; - company-paid premiums for family supplemental health care (supplemental medical, dental, prescription, and vision for employee, spouse, and dependent children), life insurance, and long-term disability insurance; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Non-elective employer contributions of 13% made to individual RRSP account after 180 days of employment.    Relocation Not Provided.    

Technical Business Systems Analyst   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 75,000 pilots at 43 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Technical Business Systems Analyst for our McLean, Virginia, office.  The Technical Business Systems Analyst supports the Association in deciding how best to use existing technology and/or integrate new tech into existing systems.  As such, they play a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness, functionality, and quality of Association software.  Main areas of responsibility include requirements analysis, Quality Assurance (QA), continuous process improvement, ensuring clear communications between business stakeholders and development teams, and UX assessment.  The ideal candidate possesses a unique blend of business analysis and quality assurance expertise, combined with a deep understanding of software development processes.   Local, national, and international travel:  2 - 5%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is 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, 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. Qualifications:   - Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or other related discipline, from an accredited college or university required; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience. Master's degree is a plus. - Three (3) years of proven experience as a Software Business Analyst or Quality Assurance Specialist in a software development environment, five (5) or more strongly preferred. Additional applicable experience may be substituted for the academic requirement.  - Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, etc.). - Proficiency in requirements gathering, user story creation, and functional specification documentation. - Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, test case creation, and defect tracking. - Familiarity with testing tools and frameworks such as Jira, Selenium, TestRail, or similar. - Sound analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and strategically. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. - Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality software products. - Professional certifications related to business analysis and quality assurance, e.g., CBAP or ISTQB, are a plus. - Strong commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and best practices.   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; 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 the local metropolitan area.  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 one hundred (100) pounds (lbs.).  While on travel, may be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, boxes, cases, and/or files weighing as much as fifty (50) lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including: - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 13% after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 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; - 27 days paid vacation and 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.   Relocation not provided. Sponsorship not available for this position.    PM19

    Accounting Analyst - Accounts Payable   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 75,000 pilots at 43 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an Accounting Analyst – Accounts Payable for our Tysons (McLean), Virginia office.  The Accounting Analyst – Accounts Payable is responsible for the accurate recordation and payment of the Association’s activity, as well as that of affiliated organizations.  Areas of responsibility include the following: auditing and payment of invoices and internal and external expense reimbursements, accrual and payment of flight pay loss claims, performing monthly reconciliation of accounts to the general ledger, and initiating receipt of and maintaining current contract information on flight pay loss and contractual vendors.     Travel:  0- 5%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is 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, disability, neurodivesity, 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. Minimum Requirements:   - Two years of college with emphasis in business math and/or accounting strongly preferred; high school diploma required; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. - Two (2) years of related experience required, four (4) or more preferred. - Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with internal and external vendors and Association members. - Solid math aptitude; analytical and technical skills preferred. - Knowledge of payments processing, and related activities, strongly preferred. - Strong teamwork, organization, task prioritization, and problem-solving skills required. - Organized self-starter mentality, with ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines with flexibility. - Software: Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.  Accounts Payable/Infor systems experience preferred. - Able to work flexible schedule on short-notice as needed, i.e., ability to meet scheduling requirements during peak activity periods such as month-end close, annual financial close, audits, and others, as required.   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.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position; move about the office; 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 the local metropolitan area.  May also include 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, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  Sporadically and/or while on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage and/or boxes 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.   Relocation not provided. PM19      

Aviation Economist & Financial Analyst/Senior Analyst     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 75,000 pilots at 43 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Senior Analyst for our office in Tysons (McLean), Virginia. With minimal or no direction, the Senior Analyst provides strategic and technical support to a portfolio of ALPA carriers and internal projects and delivers economic, financial, and contract information, analyses, and recommendations to elected and appointed pilot representatives and committee volunteers at ALPA carriers with memberships typically ranging from 1,500 to 6,000 pilots. Specific functions include monitoring and presenting economic, financial, and industry updates to pilot leaders; conducting airline-specific financial analyses, including historical cash flow, debt and ratio analysis, and projections; developing cost models addressing the economic components of pilot contracts in support of complex and, often, time-sensitive negotiations; analyzing airline-specific cost and revenue components, relating them to various pilot productivity measurements and determining their impact on airline productivity; and, supporting legal proceedings by conducting relevant analyses, preparing the results of these analyses, and, at times, providing expert testimony. Additionally, they ensure the Association’s quality standards are met on all deliverables under their portfolio of properties; establish and sustain effective relationships with pilot representatives, company counterparts, and ALPA staff; and, mentor and guide analysts with less experience.   Travel:  usually 25 - 50%; sporadically 60%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is 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, disability, 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. Minimum Requirements:   - Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related field, from an accredited college or university required; master’s degree or completion of post-graduate courses in related field preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience. - Five (5) years of related experience required, eight (8) or more years strongly preferred; to include significant experience in financial and/or economic analysis. - Experience in the airline industry and collective bargaining a plus. At management discretion, significant and in-depth, directly applicable, experience may be substituted for some of the above requirements. - Experience using air transportation databases, e.g., Form 41, T-100, O&D Survey Data, schedule data, fleet data, and the like, and other sources of information to complete analyses strongly preferred. - Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) economic data and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations and filing requirements strongly preferred. - Knowledge of air transportation economics and pilot labor agreements strongly preferred. - Analytical/problem-solving skills to quickly reduce a problem to its key components and to develop unique solutions. - Technical writing and presentation skills to communicate effectively with pilot groups, Association Executives, and airline management. - Must possess exceptional time management skills; be able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment; and, transition easily between projects. - Software: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook required.   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, nationally, and internationally).  May also include 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; - 27 days paid vacation and 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.   Relocation Not Provided.   PM19  

Administrative Assistant   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 seeks an Administrative Assistant for our Toronto office, located in Mississauga.  ALPA represents more than 75,000 pilots at 43 airlines in Canada and the United States.  The Administrative Assistantprovides general administrative support for Air Canada (ACA) Master Executive Council (MEC) meetings, drafting agenda, taking notes, drafting minutes and reports, and preparing presentation materials and the like.  They word process and proofread a variety of briefs, contracts, forms, letters, reports, news updates, and the like, related to the work of the MEC and its committees, taking notes at meetings and providing drafts for review prior to distribution; assisting in the compilation of data for reports; updating online calendars, as appropriate; assisting in maintaining current and up-to-date files, filing and/or purging materials as directed and in accordance with Association policy and procedure and the Document Management Program; duplicating, collating, and distributing a variety of documents, as directed; making hotel and travel arrangements for MEC business as directed by the MEC officers and MEC committees as well as coordinating office meetings.  Responsibilities will require regular communications with member pilots, officers, and committees; Event Planning, Purchasing, and other Association staff; hotels; vendors; and, consultants.   Travel required:  5 – 15%. ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behaviour of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics, including Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities, as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Minimum Requirements: - Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or Diplôme d'Études Secondaires (DES) required, with some post-secondary education and/or college course work preferred. - Minimum of three (3) years prior or related experience. Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for experience. - Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently, without close supervision, and provide administrative solutions to various issues as they arise. - Experience with proofreading and editing. - Ability to transcribe, take fast notes, and/or shorthand strongly preferred. - Strong attention to detail and organizational and follow-through skills. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, required. - Effective interpersonal skills for interaction with member pilots and staff. - Software: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.    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.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position; move about the office; 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 the local metropolitan area.  May also include 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, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  Sporadically and/or while on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage and/or boxes weighing as much as 50 lbs. (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with enhanced benefits, including:  - 27 days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - generous sick and bereavement leave; - company-paid premiums for family supplemental health care (supplemental medical, dental, prescription, and vision for employee, spouse, and dependent children), life insurance, and long-term disability insurance; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Non-elective employer contributions of 13% made to individual RRSP account after 180 days of employment. Relocation Not Provided.     

Administrative Assistant   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 seeks an Administrative Assistant for our Toronto office, located in Mississauga.  ALPA represents more than 75,000 pilots at 43 airlines in Canada and the United States.  The Administrative Assistantprovides support for the Air Canada (ACA) Master Executive Council (MEC) office by word processing and proofreading a variety of letters, reports, briefs, contracts, forms, news updates, and the like, related to the work of the office; taking notes at meetings and providing drafts for review prior to distribution; assisting in the compilation of data for reports; updating online calendars, as appropriate; assisting in maintaining current and up-to-date files, filing and/or purging materials as directed and in accordance with Association policy and procedure and the Document Management Program; duplicating, collating, and distributing a variety of documents, as directed; ordering supplies; and, making hotel and travel arrangements as directed by the MEC officers and committees as well as coordinating office meetings.  As the primary backup for the Administrative Assistant/Receptionist, they will also answer phones; receive visitors to the office; provide general information and/or route callers or visitors to appropriate persons; schedule couriers; and, open and distribute incoming mail in accordance with office procedures.  Responsibilities will require regular communications with member pilots, officers, and committees; Event Planning, Purchasing, and other Association staff; hotels; vendors; and, consultants.  Travel required:  2 – 5%. ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behaviour of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics, including Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities, as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Minimum Requirements: - Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or Diplôme d'Études Secondaires (DES) required, with some post-secondary education and/or college course work preferred. - Two (2) years of related experience strongly preferred but not required; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. - Customer/member service experience strongly preferred. - Ability to transcribe, take fast notes, and/or shorthand strongly preferred. - Experience maintaining web-based applications preferred. - Solid verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, as well as diplomacy and tact, to work effectively with all levels, internal and external. - Software: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.  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.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position; move about the office; 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 the local metropolitan area.  May also include 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, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  Sporadically and/or while on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage and/or boxes weighing as much as 50 lbs. (Assistance may not always be available.)     ALPA offers competitive salaries with enhanced benefits, including:  - 27 days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - generous sick and bereavement leave; - company-paid premiums for family supplemental health care (supplemental medical, dental, prescription, and vision for employee, spouse, and dependent children), life insurance, and long-term disability insurance; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Non-elective employer contributions of 13% made to individual RRSP account after 180 days of employment.   Relocation Not Provided.