ORD Supervisor Airport Operations - Part-Time

Part-time

Chicago, IL

Air Transportation

About the position

SkyWest Airlines, the largest independently owned regional airline, is currently in search of individuals who take pride in seeing a job done well and are ready to take on new challenges and opportunities. Come join our Chicago, IL team! As a SkyWest employee, you will be part of an exciting team spread across the nation that loves working in the travel industry and sharing their enthusiasm with the passengers. From the seasoned traveler to the first time flier, we want to make it a great experience. Aside from being a part of this incredible network of individuals, all SkyWest employees enjoy unparalleled travel benefits for you and your family with one or more of our four mainline partners. This role requires the ability to deliver results that contribute to our operational performance in Chicago, IL, by working in a fast-paced environment with multiple work groups. The role requires a strong work ethic, a high degree of accountability, initiative, and ability to build relationships with internal and external colleagues. You must enjoy multi-tasking, operating independently and multi-functionally, and be agile in learning and mastering new processes. The ideal candidate will work calmly in a fast paced and high-pressure environment, be proficient with various forms of technology, and be able to maintain a sense of humor, humility, and positivity.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside United Airlines personnel in the Station Operation Center for the Chicago, IL (ORD) hub
• Support the SkyWest Airlines operation in ORD by communicating with SkyWest headquarters and local teams to ensure our customers receive the most reliable information and service
• Advocate for SkyWest Airlines best interest for a safe and reliable operation in ORD
• Identify any hurdles to safety and top operational performance involving gate assignments, aircraft towing, crew movement, and other ground operations
• Establish and maintain direct relationships with appropriate personnel and advocate SkyWest's operational performance accordingly
• Perform other tasks required for the SkyWest operation in ORD and as assigned by the Regional Manager - Airport Operations (UAX)

Requirements

• Previous airline ground operational experience
• Proficient in basic computer programs
• Ability to multi-task on a computer, with multiple programs and systems operating at once
• Effective communication to a variety of internal and external work groups
• Ability to communicate effectively in time critical and stressful situations
• Remain humble while learning and continue learning well beyond the training period
• Take extra care to ensure work is done properly and effectively
• Take initiative to adjust daily job duties based on what is required in the operation

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with UA network systems and operational tools
• Experience working at an airline hub
• Understanding of an airline hub operation control center
• Previous airline operational leadership experience
• Working knowledge of ORD airfield and ground operations
• Strong knowledge of airline performance metrics and nomenclature
• Basic understanding of crew scheduling, rest, and related regulation

Benefits

• Unparalleled travel benefits for you and your family with one or more of our four mainline partners