Regional Base Operations Lead | 70% Travel | Safety

Air Methods; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods in Des Moines, IA, seeks an Area Manager I to lead base operations, coordinate clinical, aviation, and maintenance services, and drive safety, quality, and training across bases. You will oversee staffing, recruitment, and performance, while managing budgets and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Expect up to 70% travel and 24/7 availability for operations. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with COE peers and regional leadership to advance the company’s mission and

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of related experience in clinical, aviation, maintenance with leadership background.
• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day oversight of Base Operations, ensuring bases are in service and staffed.
• Lead base staff, reinforce responsibilities and performance expectations.
• Drive KPIs to maximize profit contribution and manage P&L.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication

Budget management

Written reports

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Air Methods in Des Moines, IA, seeks an Area Manager I to lead base operations, coordinate clinical, aviation, and maintenance services, and drive safety, quality, and training across bases. You will oversee staffing, recruitment, and performance, while managing budgets and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Expect up to 70% travel and 24/7 availability for operations. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with COE peers and regional leadership to advance the company’s mission and