General Manager - DSM
Listed on 2026-08-27
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Management
Airport Operations & Services, General Management, Operations Management
General Manager
This position is responsible for compliance of all aspects of Allegiant Air and regulatory agency policies within the day-to-day operation of the station. This position also leads the base management team for Flight Ops, Inflight, and Maintenance to ensure:
On-Time Performance, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Visa Sponsorship Available:
No
Minimum Requirements:
Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.
Education:
High School Diploma/GED
Education Details:
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Certification:
No
Years of
Experience:
Minimum of three (3) years of airline operations experience, including two (2) years of management experience preferred. Minimum of two (2) years managing cross-functional operations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience of leading managers.
• Must be able to assess emergency situations in a timely manner, exercising good judgment, flexibility, and ability to respond calmly and effectively. Due to these requirements, General Manager must reside within 60 minutes of assigned airport location.
• Ability to work in a sometimes stressful environment.
• Highly organized with multi-tasking abilities.
• Team approach and positive attitude.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Well-developed planning and organizational skills are required.
• Must be committed to the importance of serving the customer and have excellent customer service focus.
• Must be at least 24 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.
• Able to attend required training.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• The General Manager is required to obtain GSC certification.
• Must be able to travel a minimum of twice yearly and as needed to address operational concerns with cities the base flies to.
Preferred Requirements:
• Provision of personal information to the state may be required as part of the liquor license requirements for the company.
Job Duties:
• Establish and maintain safety compliance of aircraft, customers, facilities and employee working environments.
• Address issues and provide corrective action as required.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal directives and security requirements.
• Audit to ensure quality assurance.
• Coordinate all rooming and parking needs for Flight Operations, In-flights, and Maintenance personnel for their accommodations during the portion of the year when the station operates as a Base.
• Lead the base management team, developing an environment that promotes On-Time Performance, teamwork, collaboration, and encourages continuous process improvement.
• Evaluate the performance of the base management team to include Inflight, Flight Ops, and Maintenance Managers as it relates to teamwork, On-Time Performance, and overall station support.
• Provide feedback to the team's direct supervisors.
• Analyze performance against critical measures and develop and effectively implement solutions to achieve performance objectives for the entire base.
• Ensure compliance for controlling of station expenses/cost and maintain an effective cost control program.
• Establish airport and local community relations as liaison with airport city officials, FAA, TSA, OSHA, police, fire departments and other groups wanting to experience the airport environment or hold a community event involving the airline and the airport.
• Coordinate airline service provider functions and oversee performance for local contracts providing service to Allegiant Air, i.e., fueling, skycap, security, catering, cleaning and ground handling.
• Evaluate performance and ensure effective development and implementation of appropriate measures and corrective action as required.
• Ensure compliance of all procedures as outlined in our company manuals and monitor for current revisions and availability.
• Ensure an acceptable level of customer service and baggage handling.
• Monitor and verify quality control.
• Ensure establishment of effective and cost efficient work schedules for station employees including an irregular operations…
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