The Business and Operations Manager is a Department Head with full responsibility and accountability for all administrative and financial functions at the station.    These include, but are not limited to:  Oversight of resource planning, station Revenue reporting, team member parking, airport badging, station budget planning and capital planning, monthly financial reporting, interfacing with business partners and airport authorities on issues involving contracts, administration and finances, communication and coordination with other station departments and head office, and ensuring that the department adheres to all company and regulatory standards, policies and procedures. This position will partner with operating department heads to continuously improve operational effectiveness and cost efficiencies within the station. 

• Meet or exceed station financial goals: Ensure that the station develops an appropriate budget and effectively manages to that budget by working with all department heads and functional areas. 
• Lead the development of the annual budget and capital plan for the station. 
• Participate in monthly budget reviews and ensure all variances are fully investigated and corrective actions are taken.
• Effective management of station administration: Establish and oversee procedures and staffing to ensure smooth daily management of administrative functions, asset management, contract management, staff planning, and any business issues with the airport authority (Broward County Aviation Department) or business partners. 
• Participate in airport and business partner meetings as needed.
• Prepare financial justification for budgets, station projects and staffing requests.
• Operational partnership with the Guest Service, Ramp Service and Operations Center.
• Partnership with various work groups, projects, contracts and station budget.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate. (e.g. emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments.)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (Operations Manager and/or Administrative Management) 
• 3-5 years of experience. 

Additional Competencies:

• Able to present findings of research and analysis to all key stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to move projects forward without deadlines as well as effectively work under tight time constraints as needed.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and effectively communicate and work with diverse business groups.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
• Must be present 100 of the time.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to our team members including medical, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, travel benefits and much more. We strive to maintain a professional, yet friendly environment and promote professional and career development for our team members.

At Spirit, we live “More Fly.” It’s not just about getting from point A to B—it’s about feeling fly while you’re at it. For our Team Members, it means thinking BIG, taking action, making connections, and having a blast while doing it. From the station to the cockpit, the cabin to the computer, every day is an adventure as we redefine travel.

Soar with us and enjoy travel perks that bring you closer to what matters. Join a team that empowers you to bring your full self to work, grow personally and professionally, and fuel the communities we serve. At Spirit Airlines, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning!

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law