General information

Job Title
Prospect Vice President of Operations - ORD
Date
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Entity
Prospect International Airport Services
Posting City
Chicago
Posting State
Illinois
Exempt or Non-Exempt Position
Exempt

Requirements and Description

Unifi has decades of experience in the aviation services industry. We continue to innovate, adapt, and grow by leaning on our experience and expertise in airline ground services.  Our vision is to be the most respected company by providing exceptional experience getting aircraft and passengers to their destination safely.
We are seeking individuals to join our growing team who are passionate, have integrity, and have empathy for how their words and decisions affect our employees, customers, and partners. 
Job Summary:
The Vice President Operations is responsible for the oversight and success of stations in their region.  They must have a passion for ensuring safe, reliable and efficient operation with strong financial performance and a positive employee relations culture. The Vice President must ensure the positive promotion of the Unifi brand and identify opportunities and services that will provide growth in the overall footprint of Unifi.
Must reside or willing to relocate to ORD (Chicago, IL)
Benefits:  
  • Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time employees.
  • Paid time off – 9 paid holidays + 80 hours of PTO in your first year (PTO plans increase with tenure).
  • Exclusive Discounts and Additional Wellness program.
  • Eligible to receive annual performance bonuses as additional compensation
Job Duties:  
  • Oversight of Operational leadership and drives safety, operational performance, customer experience, and financial results.
  • Evaluate daily staffing and ensures resources are aligned for optimum performance.
  • Anticipate future staffing needs and ensure proactive recruitment measures are implemented.
  • Full P&L responsibility.
  • Daily labor management.
  • Execute daily, weekly, and monthly operational plans consistent with customer expectations.
  • Identify and drive continuous improvements in the operation process and communicate them to the executive team and customer.
  • Build effective partnerships with internal departments, outside vendors, contractors, business partners, communities, and other business entities.
  • Interacts regularly with the executive team to ensure operational priorities are aligned with total company direction.
  • Promotes team-building initiatives and performs coaching/mentoring activities to develop and motivate team members.
  • Ensures information is communicated in a clear, accurate, and comprehensive manner.
  • Participates in employee relations investigations when complaints are brought forth and resolves issues in a professional and timely manner.
  • Monitors and enforces safe working conditions in accordance with regulatory requirements, Unifi policies and safety procedures, and all applicable laws.
  • Promotes and adheres to policies concerning Safety, Anti-Harassment and Equal Employment Opportunity.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.
Qualifications:  
  • Must have experience in airline ground handling services.
  • Must have the ability to identify, evaluate and refine operational and financial results and manage to meet target performance.
  • Must be able to lead team members effectively, as well as coach and develop individuals toward meeting corporate and individual goals.
  • Lead innovation by teaching, consensus-building, and project execution.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and be self-starting on tasks within area of expertise.
  • Ability to lead and demonstrate initiative and work well in a team environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and a solid decision-maker with exceptional analytical skills.
  • Must be able to obtain credentials required as per airport or state or customs requirements.
  • Supervisory experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum of eight years in an aviation ground operations station or regional leadership position. 
Physical requirements:  
  • Must be able to frequently push, pull, stoop, squat, kneel, bend, lift up to 70lbs and move up to 70lbs; and constantly walk, stand, handle, grasp and reach out. May have to reach above shoulder occasionally.
Working conditions:  
  • You will need to have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. We operate in a shift bid environment.
  • Must be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment.
  • Must be willing and able to travel.
"Prospect is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status."
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