Airport Operations Manager
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At United, we fly into airports around the entire world. And we need a whole team of people to keep things running in tip-top shape! From the exceptional service at the check-in counter to the departure gate, and even behind the scenes making sure your checked bags arrive with you, our Airport Operations team keeps operations at our airports running smoothly every single day.
Job Overview and Responsibilities
- Coordinate station future flight planning activities collaborating with Network Planning, Government Agencies and Local Stakeholders to ensure all airport departments have the information to prepare and make necessary adjustments to support changes to future flight schedules and operations. This includes close coordination on how flight schedules are gated, use of assigned gates, management of growth and ensuring airport infrastructure supports successful execution of planned schedules
- Foresee future challenges and communicate the course of action necessary in a core4 fashion to achieve both station and enterprise objectives. This includes future growth and expansion planning
- Maintain, analyze and communicate operational performance metrics as they relate to quality customer service, market focus, DOT performance and strategic initiatives
- Partner with NOC to address system and local issues that have a significant impact to safety, security, employees, customer and baggage handling, aircraft scheduling, facility and field conditions
- Oversee resolution of all operational critical issues involving any department, service provider and / or governmental agency; escalate operational critical issues to senior leadership
- Manage IRROPs strategic planning and funnel ops critical communication to station senior leadership across all divisions
- Manage staffing for Operations Control Managers and Supervisors
- Provide performance leadership and guidance to the SOC team and Hub organization
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and / or related field experience in an airline operational environmentProven track record for decisive actions backed by strategic planning, continuous improvement, analytical thinking, goal-directed leadership and service-oriented performanceDemonstrated leadership ability and desire to work independently in a fast-paced environmentIn-depth knowledge of operations, management, logistics and technologyExceptional interpersonal skillsExcellent verbal and written communication and presentation skillsProactive and self-directed management styleSuperior problem-solving skillsBe an influencer among your peers and other leaders across the organizationMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the positionThe base pay range for this role is $99,750.00 to $129,924.00. The base salary range / hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and / or long-term incentive compensation awards. You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits : medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges. United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled / LGBT. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions.