Assistant Manager -Airport Operations

Assistant Manager- Airport Operations Location: Raleigh, NC - Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) Position Type: Full-Time Pay Rate: $22-$28 per hour, based on experience Schedule: With flexibility to adjust based on operational needs and the Managers direction. Weekend availability, particularly Saturday and Sunday, is required. Weekdays : 12:00pm-8:00pm Weekends: 8:00am -4:00pm Lead, Recruit, Grow . Position Overview We are seeking a motivated, dependable, and hands-on Assistant Operations Manager to join our aviation operations team at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). This is a hands-on leadership role working closely with the Airport Operations Manager . The ideal candidate is someone who can step in and take responsibility when the Manager is not on-site, while also helping us build and maintain a strong local workforce. Key Responsibilities: Support the Airport Manager with daily operations and employee coordination . Provie on-site leadership and help cover operations when the Manager is unavailable , including weekends. Develop local recruiting sources and community outreach to build a strong candidate pool. Help recruit and retain Passenger Assistance/Wheelchair Agents. Organize and participate in job fairs, hiring events, and community outreach. Build relationships with local organizations and workforce resources. Address day-to day staffing and operational needs. Maintain a professional and positive working environment. Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of Leadership or supervisory experience is a must. Stong communication and organizational skills. Comfortable working independently and making day-to day operational decisions. Must be comfortable working on-site at RDU Airport and supporting weekend operations. Recruiting or staffing experience is a plus. Airport , transportation, hospitality, or customer -service experience is a plus. Why Join us : This is an opportunity for someone who wants a hands-on leadership within a growing aviation operation. You will have an active role in airport operations, team leadership, recruiting, and workforce development, with the opportunity to grow alongside the operation. If you are a strong communicator, enjoy working with people, and are ready to take on a leadership role, we would like to hear from you!