Assistant Manager - Airport Operations Customer Service

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.<br><br>Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together.<br><br><h2>Description</h2><p>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.</p><p><br><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>Job overview and responsibilities</strong></span></p><p><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:"MS Mincho";mso-fareast-language:JA;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;">The Assistant Manager – AO Customer Service manages day-to-day operational oversight of Customer Service activities for the Hub station, including safety, performance, customer service, employee enablement, and development of a Core4 culture. In some cases, Assistant Managers serve as ‘product managers’ responsible for both Customer Service activities and personnel in specific operational areas. This role leads execution of operational plans supporting station and Company objectives through process management and continuous improvement.  The Assistant Manager develops and maintains administrative practices that track service, safety, financial, and employee relations metrics, which may include assigned budget responsibility. Assistant Managers lead assigned projects through all four phases of project management: envision, design, build, and activate.</span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:"MS Mincho";mso-fareast-language:JA;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;">Support the achievement of station operational objectives, goals, and metrics to drive overall station performance by being visible and engaged in the operation </span>   </span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:"MS Mincho";mso-fareast-language:JA;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;">Promote positive employee and labor relations through ongoing engagement and effective communication; support employee development initiatives to foster a collaborative and productive work environment.</span> </span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:"MS Mincho";mso-fareast-language:JA;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;">Direction and development of Frontline Supervisor Team - Provide strategic direction and development to the Frontline Supervisor team and Lead Customer Service Representatives </span><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:"MS Mincho";mso-fareast-language:JA;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;mso-spacerun:yes;"> </span><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:"MS Mincho";mso-fareast-language:JA;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;">Build strong relationships with employees at all levels to enhance morale, motivation, and foster a positive employee culture </span><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:"MS Mincho";mso-fareast-language:JA;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;mso-spacerun:yes;">  </span>  </span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:"MS Mincho";mso-fareast-language:JA;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;">Manage daily station safety programs to achieve the highest level of compliance with safety and security standards and regulations, while optimizing safety performance against station goals.</span>  </span></li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):</strong></span></p><ul><li>Associate's degree or equivalent work experience</li><li>1+ years of operational experience</li><li>1+ years of management experience</li><li>1+ years of experience managing, coaching and developing management employees </li><li>Demonstrate unwavering commitment to supporting a 24/7/365 operation with the ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure.</li><li>Demonstrate the ability to inspire and energize employees at all levels while showing genuine empathy toward both employees and customers.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint</li><li>Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship</li><li>Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification</li><li>Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position<br> </li></ul><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):</strong></span> </p><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree or related field experience in an airline operational environment</li><li>3+ years of operational experience</li><li>Experience in leading unionized employees</li><li>Understanding of resource planning and labor finance</li><li>Understanding of business case development </li><li>Understanding of collective bargaining agreements <br> </li></ul><br>The base pay range for this role is $88,259.40 to $107,872.60.<br>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>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 <a href="mailto:JobAccommodations@united.com" target="_blank">JobAccommodations@united.com</a> to request accommodation.

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