Area Manager: Multi-Base Operations Leader (Bonus Eligible)

Air Methods; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods is hiring for an Area Manager I to lead day-to-day operations across Northwest Arizona bases. This role partners with Clinical, Aviation, Maintenance, Safety, and Sales to maximize readiness and in-service availability while upholding safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, experienced in leading multiple locations, with strong cross-functional relationship skills and accountability for performance across a dispersed territory.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of related work experience in clinical, aviation, maintenance with strong leadership background and/or training.
• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to manage revenue and budgets and to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day base operations across multiple bases to ensure service, safety, and positive customer experience.
• Provide leadership to build an engaged culture and ensure clear communication of roles and performance expectations.
• Drive KPIs to maximize profit contribution and manage P&L across bases.
• Schedule base staff to maintain 100% coverage and minimize overtime.
• Recruit, develop, and manage performance of area staff in collaboration with COE partners.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Operations management

Budget management

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Air Methods is hiring for an Area Manager I to lead day-to-day operations across Northwest Arizona bases. This role partners with Clinical, Aviation, Maintenance, Safety, and Sales to maximize readiness and in-service availability while upholding safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, experienced in leading multiple locations, with strong cross-functional relationship skills and accountability for performance across a dispersed territory.