General Manager
Via Transportation
- Sioux Falls, SD
- $110,000-160,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Manage the on-site daily operations of Via's service on behalf of Sioux Falls
- Prioritize operational issues as a real-time point of contact for drivers and dispatchers and provide creative solutions for scheduling of a round the clock team
- Manage and mentor the on-site team of dispatchers and shift managers
- Be the face of the operation; develop relationships with driver partners, customers, community leaders, and local organizations
- Liaise closely with Via senior management and Via's external partners
- Develop clear metrics for the team and visibility into results against KPIs and priorities to the on a weekly basis
- Prepare reports and analyze data to improve operational processes, ensure resources are properly allocated, and maximize efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, local and company policies, procedures and regulations on service operations
- Lead, coach and develop an engaged team of drivers, fostering a collaborative, cohesive, and energetic environment.
- Experienced operations manager, with at least 8 -10 years of experience
- You are an independent self-starter, you thrive in fast-paced environments and feel comfortable with a very high level of responsibility
- You are a savvy and tactful communicator: you intuitively find the right tone in every situation
- You desire to foster a culture deeply committed to providing a world class customer service experience
- You are a detail-oriented executor: you're obsessively action-oriented and thrive while operating autonomously
- You are an experienced and exceptional leader: people love working with you and for you and you have extensive experience leading support teams
- You are flexible and adaptable, you love the challenge of adapting to change rapidly and making things work on the fly
- You have a proven track record of managing teams (at least 3-5 years) and developing people - you know how to motivate and get the best work out of every person who you work with
- You are effective at managing multiple tasks simultaneously; you can delegate, prioritize, and take responsibility
- You are a problem solver; you don't accept the status quo and are always looking for creative solutions
- Experience working in transit a plus
- Final salary will be determined by the candidate's experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable.
- Base salary range: $110,000-$160,000
- We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including free medical plans and 401K matching.