Description
Envoy Air Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the American Airlines Group. With more than 16,000 employees, Envoy is the largest provider of regional flight service to American Airlines. Flying under the American Eagle brand and livery, Envoy provides ground handling services for many American Airlines flights. The Company was founded in 1998 as American Eagle Airlines, Inc. and in 2014, changed its name to Envoy Air Inc. Envoy is headquartered in Irving, TX with large operations in Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago, Miami, New York, and Los Angeles. At Envoy, we go beyond transporting people from one destination to another. Our goal for employees is to take you where you want to go - whether a short-term stay or a lifelong career. Are you ready for take-off?
Airport operations can be a challenging environment yet it is a thrill to see all the moving parts come together to keep our airline running. Do you have the skills and experience to run an operation?
General Managers oversee all customer service ground activities for day-to-day operations at our airports. While providing leadership and motivation to their team, General Managers are responsible for establishing and maintaining high standards of safety, security, and customer service in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Analyze records of daily operations to maintain knowledge of activities
Confer and cooperate with upper management in formulating administrative/operational policies and procedures
Implement procedures for safe and on-time movement of aircraft through the station by obtaining optimum use of equipment, facilities and personnel
Ensure overall station compliance as well as compliance of personnel with administrative policies, procedures, safety rules and any Company or government regulations
Meet all operational performance targets
Monitor and control the station operating budget
May recommend capital expenditures for acquisition of new equipment; may negotiate contracts with equipment and material suppliers and approve requisitions for equipment, materials and supplies within limits of facility budget
Coordinate activities with local airport management, community, regulatory agencies, and other stations or headquarters staff. Investigate causes of internal and external complaints relating to the facility
Participate on operational conference calls, station audits and prepares various reports
Job Requirements
In this role, strong organizational, negotiation, and decision-making skills are necessary as well as being able to effectively and efficiently manage competing priorities. The ability to think strategically and adapt to the changing needs of the business are critical. Must be able to perform all duties under sometimes stressful conditions beyond the employee\'s control while attempting to influence a favorable impression of American Eagle, American Airlines or any other contracted airline service provided by Envoy. Must be able to work with minimal supervision, report to work regularly and on-time, and be self-motivated.
Position Requirements
Minimum age: 18
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid state driver’s license; some license restrictions may prohibit a candidate from being considered for this position
Minimum of 1-2 years of previous work experience in an airline or airport capacity such as sales and operational phases of an airline, ground handling or airport management
Proven leadership and analytical skills
Minimum of 1 year of previous working experience in a team lead, supervisory or managerial role
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Willing and able to work non-standard work schedules, when necessary, due to changing or unplanned operational needs
Possess the legal right to work in the United States
Must be able to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language
Position Preferences
College coursework or college degree desirable
Proven work experience building constructive and effective relationships with internal and external customers
Experience creating and maintaining departmental budgets
Ability to read, write, fluently speak, and understand Spanish (in some locations)
Additional Position Details
Candidates must fulfill a fingerprint based criminal background check to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable.
Candidates must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, in addition to clearing other airport related requirements, if applicable.
In locations handling US mail, candidates must be able to successfully complete a United States Postal Service (USPS) background check and meet all USPS requirements in order to qualify for the position.
This position may be subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT). Federal law requires Envoy to determine a candidate’s history with the DOT drug and/or alcohol violation(s) or refusal(s) to test before hiring him/her into a safety-sensitive position.
Envoy Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.