Operations Manager (PIT)

Clearfield; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation structure

3 weeks paid time off

$100 monthly wellness stipend

401k Retirement Plan with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Ongoing training & development programs

Free CLEAR memberships

Job summary

Clearfield in Pittsburgh is seeking an Operations Manager to drive daily operations as part of our airport leadership team. The ideal candidate will manage a team of hourly Ambassadors, ensuring the highest standards of security and customer service.

This role requires at least 3 years of leadership experience in a customer-facing environment, with strong communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and a variety of employee benefits, including paid time off and wellness stipends.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of leadership experience in a customer-facing operation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid leadership and organizational skills.
• Experience with employee engagement and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily operations of a team of Ambassadors.
• Ensure compliance with CLEAR and TSA policies.
• Support recruitment and development of Ambassadors.
• Coach and mentor the team to meet sales goals.
• Analyze metrics and customer feedback to improve performance.

Job description

CLEAR is building THE secure identity company of the future. Our mission is to make experiences safer and easier—physically and digitally. With more than 38 million Members and a growing network of partners across the world, CLEAR's secure identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether it’s at the airport, stadium, or throughout your everyday life, CLEAR unlocks the magic of frictionless experiences.

The Operations Manager will be a part of our airport leadership team, reporting to the General Manager and leading and driving the daily operations of a team of hourly Ambassadors. The ideal candidate for this position thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and is a hands‑on coach for security, customer service and sales.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Spend at least 80% of time on the floor in a customer‑facing environment at the airport
• Ensure CLEAR and TSA policy and procedures are conducted with the highest levels of security and integrity
• Support the General Manager in all essential duties for the efficient operation of the station, creating an environment in which Ambassadors are able to perform duties related to security, service and sales.
• Assist with the recruitment, on‑boarding, and development of Ambassadors while supporting a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Coach, mentor, and train the team to meet sales and customer service goals and standards
• Assist with employee relations matters & investigations as needed
• Analyze key metrics, customer feedback and direct "on the floor" observations to make informed decisions on how to improve team performance
• Build and foster internal and external stakeholder relationships & serve as a trusted member of your local station leadership team

Ideal candidates will have:

• At least 3 years of leadership experience in a customer‑facing operation (i.e. retail, restaurants, hospitality, rental cars).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate, mentor and influence others.
• Solid leadership and organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in an ever‑changing environment
• Experience with employee engagement, customer satisfaction, sales and adhering to compliance standards.
• Proficiency in using technology daily in your work
• Required to successfully complete a government background investigation
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to follow policies and procedures set forth by CLEAR, airport, state and federal regulations
• Availability to work a non‑traditional schedule (i.e. weekends, holidays, early mornings, and/or evenings)

The base salary range for this role is $65,000.00-$75,000.00 / year depending on level of skills and experience.

The base salary range represents the low and high end of CLEAR’s salary range for this position. Salaries will vary depending on various factors which include, but are not limited to location, education, skills, experience and performance. The range listed is just one component of CLEAR’s total compensation package for team members and other rewards may include bonuses.

Perks of Being a Team Member at CLEAR!

• Competitive compensation structure with base and target bonus
• 3 weeks paid time off (inclusive of vacation & sick time), increasing with time in service and 10 company‑paid holidays
• $100 monthly wellness stipend for health and fitness‑related expenses
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match
• Comprehensive benefit offerings that include medical, dental, vision, pet, home, and auto insurance, company‑paid disability and life insurance
• Family Planning benefits through KindBody
• Paid Parental Leave
• Family, Military & Bereavement Leave Program
• Emotional Well Being Assistance
• Ongoing training & development programs to grow & advance your career with a growing company!
• Free CLEAR memberships for you and one other. Plus a discounted membership for three friends!

Terms and conditions of the benefit, including eligibility are detailed in the applicable benefit policy or plan and are subject to change without notice.

CLEAR provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or protected needs. Please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, time off, extra breaks, making a change to the application process or work procedures, policy exceptions, providing documents in an alternative format, live captioning or using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

We are committed to a transparent and secure hiring process. All communications related to this role will come directly from a CLEAR employee through valid CLEAR channels (e.g., a valid @clearme.com email address or verified CLEAR LinkedIn profile). We encourage candidates to remain alert to job scams and to report any suspicious activity.