Department:
SWA UniversityOur Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
Southwest firmly believes that our People are our greatest asset, and Leaders within the Company support our People by ensuring all have equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. The Manager Southwest University (SWA U) Projects leads a Team of Project Managers responsible for the delivery of all projects within the Project Management Portfolio to ensure prompt and consistent solutions. Theyll support and manage learning solutions including the development of plans, approval, and Stakeholder involvement to produce the best outcome for Southwest Airlines. The Manager SWA U Projects is a skilled communicator and strategic thinker who is excited about the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of Southwest Airlines.
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work onsite on our Corporate Campus at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Model the Southwest Way
Guide and lead team members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop, and engage employees
Adhere to Company values and competencies to foster a culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment
Invest in leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development
Responsibilities
Work with Strategy & Planning team to assign work to appropriate Project Managers (PMs) and ensure all objectives from Project charters are clear
Strong knowledge of Project management best practices in order to continue to mature skills and processes on the team
Work with Department Leaders to solve problems or issues to specific projects to enable PM and working teams to deliver work.
Actively tracks Project manager and stakeholder capacity to ensure proper portfolio health and speed of delivery of work.
Oversee a few different work streams for project management; Learning & Development projects, Enterprise Initiatives, OKR support, as well as adhoc project work
Ensures projects are properly vetting changes properly and risks are accurately identified, categorized and accepted by Leaders
Recruit, develop and retain individuals with skills, attitude and experience needed
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee&39;s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Sufficient knowledge of Project management methods, processes, tools and best practices
Skilled servant Leadership mentality with the ability to recognize when a "sense of urgency"
Team player, who is open minded while working within regulatory constraints
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex issues in a structured and concise manner
Inspires confidence and trust among Employees, Peers, Company Leadership and throughout internal and external organizations
Ability to think strategically and understand the relationship between current actions and future consequences
Ability to develop the Team&39;s capabilities while simultaneously driving the SWA U projects portfolio
Ability to proactively identify and facilitate the resolution of complex issues and large business problems, in a rapid paced environment
Ability to establish cross functional alliances inside and outside the department and with vendors
Experience
Preferred: PMP certificate
Preferred: Experience with tracking software
Demonstrated experience directly or indirectly leading team(s)
Fully functioning, broad knowledge in:
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must meet confidentiality expectations as to confidential, proprietary, and sensitive Company information
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $118,600 per year* to $131,800 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits youll love:
• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
• Up to a 9.3 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per
paycheck *
• Potential for annual Profit Sharing contribution toward retirement - when
Southwest profits, you profit**
• Explore more Benefits youll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plans vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***Profit Sharing contributions are subject to plans vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
02/20/2024