**General Manager, Airport Services I - SAN**
CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH
* San Diego, California
* Airport Services
* 4843
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** Job Description**
**Responsibilities**
**Job Summary:**
Our General Manager of Airport Services is in charge of leading the day-to-day operations to meet Spirit Airlines performance goals, drive improvements to reduce costs, oversee manpower planning and staff development to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in a safe and professional manner.
* Ensure outstanding operational performance through effective cross functional leadership during day to day operations.
* Build Effective Leadership and Support Teams.
* Drive financial success to produce a high quality, cost effective business unit through sound and innovative financial oversight and management.
* Cultivates a professional, team based work environment offering development opportunities for team members through the creation of performance expectations, mentoring and conducting regular performance evaluations.
* Encourage team member cooperation through briefings and leading by example.
* Document reviews of team member performance and respond to team members professional and personal issues.
* Manage and monitor budgets and spending.
* Review team member work schedules and look for innovative ways to reduce cost and improve efficiencies.
* Actively seek and recommend cost savings ideas.
* Lead multiple vendors in different facets of the operation to produce a cohesive team producing superior operational performance.
* Takes a leading role in managing complex projects while still managing day to day productivity.
* Accurately scopes out tasks and projects, sets goals, breaks down work into process steps, develops schedules and efficiently assigns resources.
* Uses resources effectively to obtain optimal results.
* Looks for innovative ways to improve systems, makes adjustments as needed and measures results.
* Is dedicated to providing the highest quality results at the lowest total cost.
* Can design effective processes, procedures and practices that eliminate complexity and streamline execution.
* Can be counted on to successfully meet and exceed goals.
* Establishes and maintains effective relationships with vendors and internal customers.
* Knows how to accomplish tasks through formal channels and informal networks.
* Uses logic, data, and accurate analysis to solve difficult problems and provide efficient, cost effective solutions.
* May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate. (e.g. emergencies, IROP handling or Operational developments).
**Qualifications**
* Work experience of at least 5 years airline supervisory or management experience required.
* Undergraduate degree with 5 years airline management experience preferred.
* Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and required FAA, airport and/or Customs identification, seals, and authorizations.
* Occassional travel
* Frequently stands, walks, sits, and uses eye/hand coordination
* Must be able to lift 75 pounds regularly
* Work under pressure while still maintaining near 100% accuracy
* Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
* Strong knowledge of airport operations
* May be needed to work nights, weekends and holidays
* Ability to work independently on multiple assignments
* Highly approachable professional demeanor.
****Please be advised that when reviewed, you may be asked to complete a required assessment to be considered for this position. This assessment may be emailed to you after you apply.***
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our team members.
**Overview**
At Spirit Airlines, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100s of new aircraft that will double our fleet!
* **Fly With A Winner:** We are proud to be one of FORTUNE Worlds Most Admired Companies in 2021. Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success.
* **The Giving Spirit** : We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live. That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation.
* **Be Yourself** : We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success thats why were committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them.
* **Travel The World** : We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family.
**EEOC Statement**
Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.