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Job Description: Job Summary
Manages the corporate Hazardous Materials Program to ensure Southwest is in compliance with all regulatory requirements concerning the transportation of company materials, cargo and baggage as well as ensuring the safety of our Employees and passengers.
Additional details:
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
Responsibilities
Manage the Corporate Hazardous Materials Transportation Program
Act as liaison between the Company and the DOT/FAA regarding hazardous materials programs, procedures, and policies
Manage the evaluation of corporate policies and procedures and ensures regulatory requirements are incorporated in a timely manner to meet regulatory requirements
Manage relationships with Safety representatives from all operational departments, regulatory authorities, trade associations and governing bodies (DOT, FAA, NTSB, IATA, ICAO, etc.)
Manage the review of DOT-PHMSA rulemakings and leads meetings to ensure all affected workgroups are aware of coming changes and how that might affect policies, procedures and training
Manage corporate dangerous goods manual and work closely with training development teams to develop, update and approve all corporate hazardous materials training for all required departments
Manage hazardous materials incident reporting as well as internal hazmat discrepancy reporting
Manage the handling and completion of FAA Compliance Action and Voluntary Disclosure responses and processes
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air or road, including the relative costs and benefits
Knowledge of the operational departments of a Part 121 major air carrier
Skilled in problem solving, investigations, analysis and research
Skilled in monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
Ability to remember detailed information and procedures
Ability to read, interpret and articulate state/federal/international regulations
Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong, which does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem
Ability to speak effectively to diverse audiences
Ability to write clear, concise, technical reports and articles
Ability to work extended hours that can include 24/7 availability to assist with any internal or external questions regarding hazardous materials
Ability to make final decisions, as well as handle Hazardous Material Incident reporting and notification Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:
HAZMAT and/or the transportation of hazardous materials
Aviation industry
Project management
Licensing/Certification
Required: Hazardous Materials Certification or equivalent knowledge of/education in Hazmat regulations
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space workstation/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must meet confidentiality expectations as to confidential, proprietary and sensitive Company information
Ability to travel based on operational needs
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $95,750 per year to $106,400 per
year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual
contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the
discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible
- Southwest will help fund your 401(k) retirement savings with Company
- Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement
- Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including
- Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of
coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.
- Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
- Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
and applicable IRS limits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule
and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
08/26/2025
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