Heidrick Partners
 

Was curious if anyone knows anything about Heidrick Partners, out of Washington D.C. for the Aircraft Operations Officer position?

Thanks.

I am curious about them too. I got an unsolicited email about the Aircraft Operations Officer asking me to fill out an app. Holding off giving all my personal details for now.

I've filled out all the apps they've sent, nothing really personal at all. I got the "pre-employment skills evaluation" emailed to me this afternoon. Seems there's a huge lack of information about this job, when I applied it was for an Airbus but very vague other than it was Washington DC based.

Anybody else get the assessment?

From what I gather, it's for a Flight Instructor position. In the email for the online assessment is a link to a study guide, Fundamentals of Instructing. The assessment goes fairly deep, with 100 multi guess questions.

Based on the questions in the assessment it could be for an airplane pilot, piston helicopter pilot, or ship captain. Odd mix of questions. Why not say it's a pilot position and not Aircraft operations officer?

Can someone post the link for this position or do you have to wait to hear from them.

Originally it mentioned something about an airbus, but the attached job description mentions no specific airplane. The description seems very generic too.


Job Title:
Aircraft Operations Officer
Job Description:
Responsible to insure all operations involving company aircraft are in compliance with
Federal Aviation Regulations and all state or municipal regulations. The Aircraft
Operations Officer will insure the aircraft remains clean and mission ready and operates
the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
➢ Pilots aircraft to transport personnel to various locations under day, night, and
instrument conditions, in domestic operations; and conducts flights in accordance
with FAA, ICAO, and Company regulations.
➢ Exercises extreme care and judgment while in flight, being alert to cope with
irregularities and adverse weather conditions; determines appropriate courses of
action to ensure safety of passengers and Company property; acquaints passengers
with use of aircraft’s cabin equipment and emergency procedures; sees to their
comfort while in aircraft; and assists them with baggage and surface
transportation.
➢ Studies weather information in advance of flights; determines advisability of the
flight; utilizes information to select routings, altitudes, and intermediate stops for
passenger comfort and safety; checks airport and airway data that may affect
conduct of flights; and completes and files flight plans with FAA and ICAO
facilities.
➢ Supervises loading of passengers and baggage; determines that aircraft
performance data and weight and balance are within certifiable limits.
➢ Coordinates flight planning with operations and scheduling personnel to advise
passengers of arrival and departure times and weather information and to resolve
other passenger requirements.
➢ Completes pre-flight inspection of aircraft; checks all consumables such as fuel,
and oil to ascertain adequate quantities; ascertains that all normal and emergency
supplies and equipment as required are on board; and determines that aircraft is
airworthy and prepared for flight in accordance with FAA and Company
regulations.
➢ Ensures servicing, storing and proper care and protection of Company aircraft and
equipment while away from home base; conducts post-flight inspection of
aircraft; and reports malfunction and operating data to the maintenance section.
➢ Completes and files FAA records and reports; completes aircraft and flight
reports; and maintains personal flight log and records.
➢ Studies and maintains thorough knowledge of FAA regulations, airport landing
areas, air traffic control procedures, communications frequencies and techniques.
Maintains thorough knowledge of aircraft flight operations and systems manuals.
Studies and familiarizes self with available information on current developments,
techniques, and procedures in the aviation industry.
➢ Adheres to directions contained in flight-operations related manuals, and related
procedures. Will participate proactively in the Aviation Department safety
management system.
Minimum Qualifications:
 This position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent (Degree desirable,
but not required)
 1- 2 years related experience
 Must obtain appropriate aircraft certifications and flying hours.
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
 Must be detail oriented, have strong organizational skills, and the ability to
communicate with multiple types of people.
 Strong teamwork orientation.
 Positive attitude and professional customer service skills.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
 Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to
detail
 Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
 Requires experience and demonstrated abilities for working in a multi-cultural
setting.
 Ability to collaborate and interact with a diverse group of professionals.
 Ability to organize and prioritize work appropriately.
 Demonstrated ability to interact with both business and technical personnel to
solve business challenges
 Strong written and oral communication skills
 Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills
Other Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Although certification is not required for hire for this position, candidates must be willing
to obtain certification within twelve (12) months of hire through company-sponsored
training and development program.
For consideration, all candidates must successfully complete pre-employment process,
which includes: skills assessment, drug & alcohol screening, interview, physical
examination, etc... This position offers a competitive compensation package, outstanding
benefits including Health, Dental, Disability, and Vision Insurance, 401k, and a great
working environment.
Salary Range
 $29.00 - $38.65/hour
Working Conditions
 8 hour shift
 Monday - Friday
 Full time: 40+ hours per/week

Thanks, I am looking for a post retirement job. Money not an issue. QOL most important now. Happy Holidays!

I got the employment assessment link yesterday. The e-mail says that the test review information can be downloaded from the site for your review before you start the test. HOWEVER, every time I click the download link it needs me to pay for the book, $17.50.

I'm probably being cheap, but I do not want to spend money to take an employment assessment test when nobody even knows what the job is about.

Has anyone been able to view the material without paying for the online book, for a mystery job that we don't even know specifics about?

*Update*
I called the 1-800 number on their website and it is only a voice automated answering service. It does not even mention the name of the company. You can only leave a message for "your party", and the party is always unavailable. I know it's Saturday, but I figured you can reach a real person with a 1-800 number. Be very leary everybody. It might be a scam.

I took the assessment without downloading the review...pretty basic stuff so no problem with that. I still have not filled out the application nor given references but got another email tonight asking me to complete those docs. I would love to know what this was all about.

As I mentioned earlier, this for a Flight Instructor position, the book is fundamentals of instructing. The final assessment consists of 100 multiple choice questions, including some personal info, including your age! Here are a couple examples:
A Trainer opens a CPR certification class with a true story of an employee who became ill at work and was kept alive by a co-worker administering CPR until paramedics arrived. Which adult learning principle is the Trainer focusing on?
Choose one of the following answers

• a,) Readiness
• b.) Respect
• c.) Autonomy
• d.) Action

The Trainer is preparing the instructional objectives, the evaluation plan, and sequence of content for a new training program. Which step of the ADDIE model is being performed?
Choose one of the following answers

• a.) Analysis
• b.) Design
• c.) Development
• d.) Implementation

The training specialist has been enlisted by the senior staff to facilitate a culture change surrounding the company's new vision statement. The company management has a history of actively and enthusiastically embracing management fads but none of their past five initiatives have lasted more than a year. What will be most important in the change management process to ensure a true culture shift occurs?
Choose one of the following answers

• a.) Visible support from the CEO early in the process
• b.) Periodic reviews and adjustments to support systems
• c.) Increased communication from senior management
• d.) A spectacular kickoff meeting

I feel a little stupid because of this. When I did the assessment the first time, I simply clicked on the link that was in the e-mail address. Those questions were exactly the ones that you posted above.

Here's the boo boo. I went back to the e-mail today and noticed that the "blue" link did not span completely across the entire web address. There were three symbols that are actually part of the web address, but were not accounted for on the URL link that I could click. I simply copied and pasted the complete URL address and it took me to a different test, one different then the one you mentioned above.

This new assessment test is the Commercial Pilots assessment test, and it does include helicopter, weather, nautical, and basic aviation questions.

Well the new test has a nice sampling of nautical trivia and helicopter knowledge

Mabe they are just selling books...

I got the same email and they said they would be in contact with me to set up a phone interview but still have not contacted me. Did anybody complete the phone interview? Did anybody find out who this is for?

I also received a similar email except mine is from Boyden Search for a position in Los Angeles. Same job description but seems really vague. I'm a skeptic and leaning towards this is some kind of scam.

Same here with Boyden Search for the position in LA. I am requesting additional details before I proceed to divulge personal information.

That's what I got too, same description-word for word, LA based, Boyden.
Just completed the online app. Nothing terribly personal.
Will let you know what happens next. Received this immediately after hitting the 'Submit' button:

"This email confirms that we have successfully received the Pre Employment Questionnaire you submitted. We will review your answers and get back to you with any questions or concerns.

Next Steps:

Candidates that are being considered for further review will be contacted within 1 week via email from your recruiter with instructions for a Pre-Employment Skills Assessment test. The Pre-Employment Skills Assessment test is a critical indicator as to whether a new employee will be successful. The pre-employment test should take anywhere from 30 - 60 minutes depending on the position in which you are applying. Please take the necessary steps to review for the test accordingly. Because we rely heavily on the pre-employment test conclusions when making a determination of whether to continue the recruitment/hiring process with any given potential employee. This pre-employment test is a not just a formality in our recruiting process but rather a critical indicator as to whether a potential employee will be extended a position upon completion of the hiring process.

After completion and review of the pre-employment skills assessment, if there is mutual interest, candidates will be scheduled for an in-person meeting with the hiring manager. Second and third stage in-person meetings may also be scheduled depending on the needs.

Lastly, further information may be requested from top candidates including background checks and reference checks.

Regards,
Human Resources"

Will advise which test comes my way.

"Just sending a quick message to let you know that we are still processing your information and you are still being considered for our immediate openings. Phone screenings are being scheduled, you will receive a call from our scheduler to confirm a time for the phone screening. However, before I can have the scheduler confirm your telephone screening, we need to make sure all the previous necessary steps have been completed."

Don't hold your breath. I got this e-mail back on 12-28-12 and didn't even receive any other e-mails or not even a call. I followed up with a few e-mails as followups and not even anything. Try going to their website and calling the phone number that is on the website? Can't even get in touch with a real person.

Look for something else. Just a scam.

UND,
Thanks. I just sat down to type a message that this is scam when I saw your post. I confirmed it through another forum I am a part of. Heidrick's website was established Nov 12.
The letters are exactly the same, the process, ad infinitum, ad nausea. It seems to be an attempt to get you to by this study book, and possible data mining.
Thanks for looking out !!

This was the give-away.

insure: to protect against risk of loss by paying an insurance company

ensure: to make certain something happens, usually in a timely manner

Asked to be taken off of their distro list.
They sent me a link to the test anyway, so I took it.
Waaaaay easy test, with some weird picture stuff at the end.
Truly a scam.