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Airport Operations

The Airport Operations department keeps operations at our airports running smoothly through planning, organization and supervision.

Job Summary

Were looking for a resultsdriven leader to oversee United Airlines operations at Lihue Airport (LIH) on the beautiful island of Kauai . This role is responsible for the daytoday operational, financial, and personnel performance of the stationensuring safe, reliable, and customerfocused service while leading a highperforming team. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, operational expertise, and a passion for delivering the United experience across every aspect of station performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for daytoday operational, financial and personnel performance of assigned domestic outstation
• Establishes or implements goals and standards to maintain and control operational standards, service levels, costs, and safety requirements, including security checkpoint and GSC responsibilities
• Monitors performance against plans and initiates corrective actions to improve resultsDetermines and justifies equipment, facilities, staffing, and training needs to achieve station operations goals
• Participates as team member to headquarters support organizations, as well as other United operating departments in coordinating their responsibilities
• Coordinates and provides functional guidance and supervision of contracted ground handling agents
• Represents airport activities to federal, state, and city agencies as well as the FAA
• Responsible for daytoday operational performance of assigned domestic outstation
• Maintains a safe, clean and reliable operation
• Lead a positive employee relations work environment and collaborative relationships with applicable labor groups
• Lead station activities to ensure outstanding customer service, which includes, mainline, express and partner airlines
• Responsible for maintaining station facilities, equipment, and professional appearance standards for all United employees
• Responsible for performance management and ongoing professional developmental support of direct reports and dotted line reports
• Responsible for compliance with Stations controls and Internal Audit standards
• Leads station budget, staffing forecasts and resource requirements
• Maintain strong working relationships with OAL / airport authorities / vendors / governmental authorities (FAA / TSA / CBP) / internal divisions
• Leads vendor service contracts as required

Qualifications

Whats needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant leadership experience in Airport Operations/Services environment or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of airport operations and related technology
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced operational environment
• Knowledge of station controls and Internal Audit standards
• Analytical thinking, goaldirected leadership and serviceoriented performance
• Knowledge of operational corporate policies and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and motivate personnel
• Strong problemsolving skills and drive for excellence
• Must be flexible to work all shifts and, when necessary, available 7 days a week / 24 hours a day, including holidays and weekends, to take care of any operational and/or unforeseen situations
• Must live in the vicinity of the airport
• Travel required as needed
• Positionspecific clearances include but are not limited to FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal Service clearances
• Must be eligible to acquire and maintain credentials vital for the position
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree or related experience
• Customer Service and/or Ramp experience
• Hub and Line experienceKnowledge of Union Contract

The base pay range for this role is $99,750.00 to $129,924.00. The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on jobrelated, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or longterm 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. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

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