Seniority Merger Integration Committee (SMIC)
Two positions from each pre-merger airline
One of the most important aspects of any merger of airlines is the integration of the seniority list. The AFA Constitution and Bylaws provide for the Master Executive Council (MEC) to appoint two Seniority Merger Integration Committee (SMIC) representatives from each pre-merger airline. SMIC representatives have complete and full authority to act on behalf of the Flight Attendants of their respective airline for the purpose of compiling necessary employment data and a single flight attendant seniority list. More information about duties and responsibilities of SMIC representatives are spelled out in Section X.C of the AFA Constitution and Bylaws.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Determine seniority numbers for each Flight Attendant by reviewing and determining date of bidding for seniority, initial training date, number of days of initial training, and if seniority was accrued for training (and if so, how many days were accrued).
- Evaluate all protests to determine seniority, determine validity, and adjudge accordingly.
- Compile and certify a combined system seniority list.
Qualifications
- Must be a current Hawaiian or Alaska Flight Attendant and AFA member in good standing (i.e., dues current).
- Ability to analyze written data and information with high attention to detail.
- Ability to commit time necessary to complete assigned responsibilities, including flexibility to meet on short notice. Some travel will be required.
