- Company: Allegiantair
- Location: Des Moines, Iowa
- Salary: Pay not listed
Allegiantair at a glance
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General Manager at Allegiantair in Des Moines, Iowa | Full Time, No Remote
Position Summary
This role is pivotal for ensuring compliance with Allegiant Air and regulatory agency policies across all operations. The General Manager oversees the Flight Ops, Inflight, and Maintenance teams to maintain On-Time Performance, foster teamwork, and drive continuous improvement.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Ensure adherence to Allegiant Air and regulatory policies in daily operations.
- Lead a management team responsible for Flight Ops, Inflight, and Maintenance.
- Promote On-Time Performance through strategic planning and execution.
- Encourage teamwork and continuous improvement within the station.
- Assess emergency situations promptly, exercising good judgment and maintaining composure.
- Reside within 60 minutes of the assigned airport location due to operational requirements.
- Work in a sometimes stressful environment with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
What We're Looking For
- A minimum of three years of airline operations experience, preferably two years in management roles.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead managers effectively.
- Highly organized with strong multitasking skills.
- A team-oriented approach and a positive attitude.
- Commitment to excellent customer service, including the ability to serve customers.
- At least 24 years of age and possession of a valid driver's license.
- Ability to attend required training sessions.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
Working at Allegiantair
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986 and pass a criminal background check.
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What people say about Allegiantair
- Starting An Airline
- Quality of drinking water varies significantly by airline
- Alaska CEO: We found many loose bolts on our Max planes
- Rising number of lithium battery incidents on airplanes worry crew
Recent news
- Allegiant Air acquires Sun Country Airlines, new routes a possibility for DSM Airport - WHO13.com
- Allegiant Air axes 61 routes, exits 7 airports in overhaul - MSN
- US’s Sun Country certificate transferred to Allegiant Air - ch-aviation
- Allegiant adds 2 flights at Fort Myers airport. Destinations, dates - The News-Press
- Allegiant Air Cuts 61 Routes: See All Flight Changes Now [Interactive Map] - Simple Flying
Aggregated from public discussions and news; opinions are the authors’ own.
Working in Des Moines, Iowa
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Iowa is a landlocked state in the upper Midwestern region of the United States. It borders the Mississippi River to the east and the Missouri River and Big Sioux River to the west; Wisconsin to the northeast, Illinois to the east and southeast, Missouri to the south, Nebraska to the west, South Dakota to the northwest, and Minnesota to the north. Iowa is the 26th largest in total area and the 31st
Note: US observes a public holiday on Sep 7 — Labour Day.
National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1% — via FRED
National quits rate: 2.0% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 206,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in Iowa: 12.2% below the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Iowa: $7.25/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Iowa: $64,490 — via FRED
Home prices in Iowa (year over year): +3.8% — via FRED
Median household income in Polk County: $81,621 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Polk County: 20 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Polk County: Drove Alone (72%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Polk County: 92% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby history: Equitable Life Insurance Company of Iowa Building, listed 2015 (23m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 60°F / low 42°F year-round (summers around 84°F, winters around 17°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Above average walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,109/mo · $1,318/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 278m (912 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
About this role & career path
Traits that fit this role
- Initiative
- Self-Confidence
- Leadership Orientation
- Perseverance
- Adaptability
Source: O*NET Work Styles (Distinctiveness Rank).
Typical preparation needed: Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. — via O*NET
Industry news
- Q&A with Josh Martin, CPA, Founder of Martin Business Management: Rethinking the Business Management Model - citybiz
- Marquis Who's Who Honors Rhiannon R. Johnston for Expertise in Business Management - 24-7 Press Release Newswire
- Variety’s Business Managers Elite of 2023 - Variety
Source: O*NET (public-domain bulk data)
Salary & compensation
Workers in Management occupations earn a national median of $86,012 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
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Listing facts
- Role General Manager
- Employer Allegiantair
- Location Des Moines, Iowa
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted August 24, 2026
- Apply by September 23, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (268 words)
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Typical work in General Manager
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- Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
- Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
- Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
- Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
- Direct or coordinate financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.
- Plan or direct activities, such as sales promotions, that require coordination with other department managers.
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- Hacker News — Starting An Airline
- Hacker News — Quality of drinking water varies significantly by airline
- Hacker News — Alaska CEO: We found many loose bolts on our Max planes
- Hacker News — Rising number of lithium battery incidents on airplanes worry crew
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