Department:
Network Operations PlanningOur 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:
Job Summary
All of Southwests People come together to deliver on our Purpose; Connecting People to whats important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Network Operations Control (NOC) Project Manager delivers on our Purpose by supporting a unionized workgroup specifically assisting with Air Traffic Control (ATC) requests. This role ensures all NOC projects adhere to department and company methods, processes, tools, and best practices for project initiation, execution, and control. The NOC Project Manager is an organized collaborator who looks forward to the opportunity to be part of meaningful and impactful initiatives and drive the future of Southwest.
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.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, advance, and support NOC and corporate PMO project management standards, practices, and governance
- Provide training and support to Project subject matter expert on project management standards and practices
- Ensure all potential projects undergo NOC Leadership review, approval, and prioritization
- Define complex project plans for NOC projects and programs including scope, budget, and schedules and execute tasks defined in the project to achieve project goals
- Proactively monitor risks, issues, and scope, ensuring appropriate level or priority, visibility, and escalation
- Ensure project or program data is correct and up to date in central project repository
- Validate and may help develop business cases with NOC Leadership and/or Project Leads
- Continuously assess project needs and resources to complete projects on time and within budget
- Proactively communicate with Stakeholders, sponsors, and Project Teams to maintain project alignment
- Facilitate appropriate coordination and communication of projects/programs and deliverables across Operational departments
- May perform other job duties as directed by Employees Leaders
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of project management methods, processes, tools, and best practices
- Knowledge of business plan development, maintenance, and opportunity assessment
- Skilled in developing and delivering presentations to large audiences including Senior Leadership
- Skilled in demonstrating and maintaining a high regard for confidential and sensitive information
- Skilled in written and verbal communication including the ability to communicate complex issues in a structured and concise manner
- Skilled in assessing project needs and resources to complete projects on time and within budget
- Ability to establish cross functional alliances inside and outside the NOC department and with vendors
- Ability to motivate project teams to drive projects to completion
- Ability to facilitate meetings and work sessions with other departments
Education
- Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
- Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:
- Managing all phases of medium scale projects
- Developing and executing business plans and working directly with Department Leaders
- Change management processes
Physical Abilities
- Ability to perform work duties from [limited space workstation/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy 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
- Ability to work extended hours and travel based on operational needs
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $107,650.00/year to $119,600.00/year* depending on qualifications and experience, with opportunity for future pay increases based on performance and market movement. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
Benefits you&39;ll love:
Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flightsu2014your eligible dependents too.
Up to a 9.3 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, per paycheck.**
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit.***
Explore more Benefits youll love: swa.is/benefits
*Pay amount doesnt guarantee employment for any particular period of time
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plans vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plans vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Compa
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
03/20/2024