Dangerous Goods Program Director
About the role
The Dangerous Goods Program Director serves as the enterprise authority for Alaska Airlines' Dangerous Goods (DG) compliance program. As a strategic individual contributor, this role establishes the long-term vision, regulatory strategy, and governance framework for the DG program, ensuring enterprise-wide compliance with domestic and international regulations while enabling operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
Owns the strategic direction, governance, and continuous evolution of Alaska Airlines' FAA-approved Dangerous (DG) Goods program.
Develops and executes a multi-year regulatory compliance strategy, anticipating emerging risks, regulatory changes, and operational impacts.
Serves as the company's principal DG authority and primary representative to the U.S. and international regulatory agencies.
Led the design and implementation of solutions that drive regulatory compliance, operational effectiveness, and business objectives.
Participates in industry organizations influencing changes to regulations that result in positive outcomes for the airline.
Influences industry policy and regulatory frameworks through leadership and participation in aviation and DG industry organizations.
Provides expert consultation to stakeholders across Safety, Airport Operations and Customer Service (AOCS), Cargo, Maintenance and Engineering (M&E), Flight Operations, Inflight, and other business units to ensure consistent and compliant practices.
Requirements
10 years of experience in Dangerous Goods.
Bachelor’s degree, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting to executive leadership and translating complex concepts into clear, actionable information for audiences at all levels of the organization.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to create collaborative relationships that drive outcomes in the best interest of the company, with others in the organization, and key external business partners.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
Minimum age of 18.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred
5 years of experience with International Air Transport Association (IATA), and Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49CFR).
Skills
Experience with regulatory compliance and risk management.
Knowledge of hazardous materials regulations and applications.
Leadership and strategic planning skills.
Collaborative and consultative approach to problem-solving.
Benefits
Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air with high priority status
Selected number of confirmed travel credits provided annually
Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
Generous 401k match program
Annual bonus plans
Generous holiday and paid time off
Pay
Salary Range: $155,100 - $240,400 / year
Total Target Compensation Range (incl. Bonus & Equity): $189,222.00 - $293,288.00
Regulatory Information
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air are committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and ensuring equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
Government Contractor & DOT Regulations
All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories. Post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.