Operational Control Specialist

Air Methods

. Monitor and oversee the safe conduct of the company’s aircraft flight operations .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeGreenwood Village • Colorado • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,625 - $83,525 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and operational control, ensuring compliance and safety in aircraft flight operations. Proficient in analyzing meteorological information and communicating hazardous conditions effectively.

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Federal Aviation Regulations KnowledgeAircraft Operations ExperienceFAA Commercial/Instrument CertificateMicrosoft Suite ProficiencyActive Listening and Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Flight Operations MonitoringFlight Risk Assessment ReviewMeteorological AnalysisOperational Control Problem ResolutionRegulatory ComplianceEmergency Measures ReportingDuty-Time Limitation MonitoringAircraft Status EvaluationTraining ParticipationKnowledge of Operation Manuals

Soft Skills

Good JudgmentExcellent Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA Dispatcher CertificateFAA Commercial/Instrument Certificate

Industry Keywords

Air Carrier OperationsPart 135 Air AmbulanceMilitary Aircraft OperationsFlight Service SpecialistAir Traffic ControllerDOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and oversee the safe conduct of the company’s aircraft flight operations
Monitor crew duty-time limitations, currency requirements, and aircraft status for compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
Review medical Flight Risk Assessments with the pilot-in-command as required
Collect, disseminate, and distribute information regarding operational-control problems requiring immediate attention
Expedite follow-up actions to resolve operational-control problems
Report and record flight-operations safety irregularities and emergency measures
Analyze and evaluate meteorological information to identify potential flight-safety hazards
Communicate hazardous flight conditions and other information affecting flight safety
Participate in recurrent training covering company operations policy and Federal Aviation Regulations
Maintain current knowledge of operation manuals and regulatory requirements
Work rotating day, mid, and night shifts supporting 24/7/365 aircraft operations
Travel approximately 10% of the time
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Three to five years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years in qualifying military aircraft operations, Part 135 air ambulance air carrier operations, air carrier operations as a certified aircraft dispatcher or meteorologist, aircraft operations as an air traffic controller or flight service specialist, or air ambulance communication center flight following
Thorough knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations
Successfully pass the knowledge and practical test required by 14 CFR 135.619
Successfully pass FAA-mandated Drug and Alcohol Test
Demonstrated active listening, good judgment, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
FAA Commercial/Instrument (Rotorcraft or Airplane) Certificate or FAA Dispatcher Certificate preferred
Ability to work regular rotating 8–10 hour day, mid, and night shifts
Must satisfy applicable DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits are available; details are provided on the employer’s benefits page
Equal employment opportunity and protected veteran/individuals with disabilities protections