Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $189,450.00 - $210,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Free flights
401(k) company contributions
Profit-sharing
Health Insurance
retirement savings plan
Flexible work environment
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Southwest Airlines is renowned as one of the largest and most respected airlines in the United States, celebrated for its unique culture based on customer service, employee engagement, and operational excellence. With its headquarters in Dallas, Texas, Southwest Airlines prides itself on creating a stable work environment that fosters equal opportunities for learning and personal growth. The company strongly values creativity and innovation to continuously improve its operational effectiveness and customer experience. As a dominant player in the airline industry, Southwest Airlines is dedicated to maintaining a culture that emphasizes camaraderie and collaboration, encouraging team members to engage face-to-face at... Show More
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience in leading teams directly or indirectly
- U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
- Ability to work from Dallas, TX headquarters during business hours
- Ability to perform duties from a workstation for extended periods
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Ability to use computer and office productivity tools with speed and accuracy
- Must maintain well-groomed appearance
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must comply with company attendance standards
- Willingness to travel extensively with overnight stays
- Ability to work extended hours including nights and weekends
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Demonstrated experience in leading teams directly or indirectly
- Advanced business acumen in relevant functional area
- Specialized knowledge in airport operations, airport properties, and airport finance
- Strong negotiation skills related to real estate
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer proficiency
- Ability to interface effectively with all management levels
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team
- Capability to manage multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality
Job Duties
- Obtain airport properties for Southwest Airlines
- Negotiate airport use and lease agreements including analysis of lease documents and financial analysis of airport costs
- Represent Southwest Airlines on airport affairs committees
- Review airport budgets and rental rates
- Participate directly in monitoring, controlling, and auditing airport expenses
- Support the Vice President of Governmental Affairs in coordination of governmental affairs matters
- Maintain Airport Affairs records and perform analysis as requested
- Lead Airport Affairs staff
- Assure responsibility for acquisition of off-airport sites required for company operations
- Work closely with commercial and operational department leaders to ensure adequate space is available
- Define potential airport infrastructure limitations which may impede operation
- Develop strategy to position company to secure desired operation location
- Support Southwest Operational Leaders by leveraging airport executive relationships to improve flight schedule efficiencies and airport operating systems
- Perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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