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At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable leader to join our team as a Regional Manager in our Ground Handling Department. The primary responsibility of the position is assisting the Station Director in communicating with and providing support to all stations within the division. The Regional Manager oversees a team of General Managers from multiple locations, focusing on guiding management staff with labor relations, operations efficiency, maintenance, facility oversight, safety, and security. The successful candidate will have a functional knowledge of each department within the company and an excellent understand of Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. This position will report to the Station Director, Piedmont Ground Handling.
Essential Duties:
Oversee a team of General Managers from multiple locations with varied duties based on their station activity
Focus on support and compliance in vendor handled stations
Guide management staff with labor relations, operations efficiency, maintenance, facility oversight, safety, and security
Set performance objectives
Ensure the operational activities of the department are adhered to in accordance with established policies and procedures
Administrative duties to include daily/weekly/monthly reports
Job Qualifications and Competencies:
Functional knowledge of each department within the company
Extensive knowledge of the company’s policy guides, handbooks, and contracts
Budgeting principals and guidelines per company policy
Excellent understanding of TSA, FAA, and DOT regulations
Two (2) years of General Manager experience
Prior experience with internal controls processes for accountable items
Ability to defuse conflicts among team members
Preferred Qualifications:
Current Piedmont General Manager
Extensive knowledge of QIK, Sabre
Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation, Business, or related field
Work Environment:
Standard office environment, use of telephones, computers, and other office equipment
Airport ramp environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels
All shifts including weekends, nights, holidays and/or irregular shifts
Extensive travel
Physical Requirements:
The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.
Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.
Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.
Starting Rate:
$75,000.00/Annual Salary - 90,000.00/Annual Salary (Based on locale and experience)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer performance-based bonuses and relocation packages, subject to company policy and performance metrics.
Job Application Deadline:
September 24, 2024Please note that job postings expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position.