Airport Customer Service Supervisor

Salt Lake City Corporation; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave

Paid parental leave (6–12 weeks)

Pension/401(k) contributions

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation seeks an Airport Customer Service Supervisor to lead the Airport Lost and Found and Volunteer Programs, supervising frontline staff and coordinating daily operations in line with city policies.

The role demands strong customer service, supervisory experience, and the ability to manage budgets, reports, and staffing while handling difficult public interactions. Based in Salt Lake City with full-time hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Two years' paid customer-service experience; supervisory exposure preferred.
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to handle stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assign daily workload for staff and volunteers.
• Schedule hours, approve overtime and leave requests.
• Address customer inquiries, resolve disputes, process found items.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and manage inventory of found items.

Skills

Customer service leadership

Public relations

Communication skills

Budgeting & reporting

Education

Two-year degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Database software

Job description

Position Title: Airport Customer Service Supervisor

Job Description: Under supervision of a section manager, the incumbent provides customer service staff support for the Airport Lost and Found and Volunteer Programs. This is a supervisory position requiring first level managerial, administrative, public relations and collections skills. Ensures projects are accomplished in compliance with City and Airport policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulations.

Position Salary Range: $29.60 - $36.17

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, prioritizes and assigns daily workload to Airport Customer Service Representatives and/or Airport Volunteer Programs participants.
• Sets work hours and approves overtime and leave requests.
• Handles multiple tasks including answering the phone, helping customers at the counters, resolving complaints, assisting staff, logging found items using database software, disposition of items, shipping and correspondence.
• May collect payment from customers for services rendered and/or goods purchased.
• Accounts for and maintains records of found cash (U.S. and foreign currencies) and checks.
• Communicates and interacts effectively with internal and external business contacts.
• Applies strong customer service focus in all interactions with claimants and all members of the public.
• Monitors and keeps records of activities and productivity levels.
• Prepares regular reports which reflect the current inventory and disposition of found items, and staff.
• Ensures records are stored according to state, city and departmental requirements.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with colleagues and Airport tenants through outreach, program coordination and planning.
• Recommends the hiring of employees and intake of volunteers.
• Recommends disciplinary or corrective action.
• Meets with customers and staff to receive, document, process and resolve complaints.
• Situations may be highly adversarial involving persons who are volatile or extremely irate.
• Provides information to the public and other agencies regarding the division’s various operations, services, policy and procedures.
• Prepares found items for disposition according to City ordinance and departmental policy.
• Coordinates disposition with various outside organizations and ensures internal approvals and records are in place.
• Provides orientation, training and assistance to Airport Customer Service Representatives and Volunteers on how to deal with customers and on proper procedures.
• Supervises and backs up all Airport Customer Service Representative and Volunteer personnel.
• Submits budget and order recommendations to proper authorities for approval.
• Prepares various statistical and budgetary reports.
• Researches topics or issues, collects and tabulates data, and composes written narratives and spreadsheet presentations.
• Prepares and manages division correspondence.
• Distributes correspondence among direct reports, and approves correspondence prepared by Airport Customer Service Representatives or Volunteer Program participants prior to distribution.
• Performs duties with considerable independence, exercises proper judgment, and makes decisions within established policies and procedures.
• Learns and performs all typical duties of the corresponding Customer Service Supervisor.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a two‑year degree in Business Administration or related field, plus two years' paid experience in customer-related duties.
• Must have at least one-year experience as acting supervisor in customer relations or collections work.
• Education and work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• Ability to operate and understand a personal computer network using Windows, Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate with individuals from different social and ethnic backgrounds.
• Must be able to function effectively in stressful situations, prioritize tasks and make sound decisions in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Clear and concise oral and written communications skills.
• Preference will be given to individuals with the required number of years of experience in a related position with the Salt Lake City Department of Airports.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license or Utah driving privilege card.
• This position may require passing a credit check.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification related to an airport environment.
• Knowledge of city ordinances and policies related to the Airport.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Moderate physical effort and usually comfortable working conditions.
• Intermittent sitting, standing walking, and moving around in a normal office environment where typing, copying, writing, and using a computer is a regular part of the day.
• Occasional lifting and moving of large, bulky or heavy items.
• Considerable exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior, time constraints, and/or multiple demands and priorities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

• $29.60 - $36.17

DEPARTMENT

• Airport

FULL TIME/Part Time

• Full time

SCHEDULED HOURS

• 40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community.

With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism. We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference. If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Benefits & Wellness

• Health & Wellness Medical insurance
• Dental, vision, life insurance
• HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)
• Wellness clinic for employees & families
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Perks Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)
• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))
• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more
• 12 vacation days to start
• 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday
• Up to 80 hours personal leave annually
• 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801‑535‑7900. Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.