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Ross Stores

Area Supervisor

Springfield, IL · On-site

... the general operations and supervision of the Store when functioning as the Manager on Duty. Area Supervisors are responsible for opening and closing the Store, supervising Associates, and ...

Ross Stores, Inc

Area Supervisor

Springfield, IL · On-site

... the general operations and supervision of the Store when functioning as the Manager on Duty. Area Supervisors are responsible for opening and closing the Store, supervising Associates, and ...

Ross Stores

Area Supervisor

Springfield, IL

... the general operations and supervision of the Store when functioning as the Manager on Duty. Area Supervisors are responsible for opening and closing the Store, supervising Associates, and ...

Ross Stores

Area Supervisor

Springfield, IL · On-site

... the general operations and supervision of the Store when functioning as the Manager on Duty. Area Supervisors are responsible for opening and closing the Store, supervising Associates, and ...

University of Illinois

Area Coordinator

Springfield, IL · On-site

$47K/yr

The Area Coordinator is a full-time, live-in staff member responsible for providing day-to-day ... Collaborate with Assignments Coordinator regarding resident management operations (e.g., initiating ...

U-Haul

Area Field Manager

Springfield, IL · On-site

$3.38K - $6.07K/mo

As an Area Field Manager, you will be responsible for actively promoting the U-Haul brand and ... Service and maintain current U-Haul equipment and displays to ensure operational excellence and ...

U-Haul

Area Field Manager

Springfield, IL · On-site

$3.38K - $6.07K/mo

As an Area Field Manager, you will be responsible for actively promoting the U-Haul brand and ... Service and maintain current U-Haul equipment and displays to ensure operational excellence and ...

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How much do area operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for area operations manager in Springfield, IL is $76,764.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $87,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Area Operations Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Area Operations Manager, you need strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills, often supported by a degree in business administration or a related field. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, budget management tools, and supply chain software is typically required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help drive team performance and resolve operational challenges. These competencies ensure efficient operations, achievement of business targets, and effective oversight of multiple locations.

How does an Area Operations Manager typically balance overseeing multiple locations while ensuring consistent operational standards?

Area Operations Managers are responsible for maintaining high standards across several sites, which requires frequent travel, strong organizational skills, and effective delegation. They often rely on regular site visits, performance tracking, and close collaboration with location managers to identify issues and implement best practices. Leveraging digital tools for real-time reporting and communication helps ensure that policies and procedures are consistently followed. Building strong relationships with on-site teams and providing ongoing support are key to achieving operational consistency and addressing challenges promptly.

What are Area Operations Managers?

Area Operations Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of multiple locations or branches within a designated geographic area. They ensure that each site meets organizational standards for productivity, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Their duties often include managing staff, implementing company policies, monitoring budgets, and optimizing operational processes. Area Operations Managers also serve as a key communication link between upper management and individual site managers, ensuring that corporate strategies are effectively executed across all locations.

What is the difference between Area Operations Manager vs Regional Manager?

AspectArea Operations ManagerRegional Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees daily operations within specific geographic areas, manages staff, ensures operational efficiencyManages multiple areas or regions, focuses on strategic growth and overall regional performance
CredentialsTypically requires relevant industry experience, management skills, and sometimes certificationsSimilar credentials, often with additional leadership or strategic planning experience
Work EnvironmentOn-site in specific locations, close interaction with local teamsMore travel, broader oversight across multiple locations
Industry UsageCommon in retail, logistics, hospitalityUsed in similar industries for higher-level regional oversight

The main difference is that an Area Operations Manager focuses on managing operations within a specific area, while a Regional Manager oversees multiple areas, emphasizing strategic growth and regional performance. Both roles require relevant experience and management skills, but the scope and responsibilities differ based on the size of the region managed.

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Regional Site Manager, Operations - Springfield, IL

Regional Site Manager, Operations - Springfield, IL

SBA Communications Corporation

Springfield, IL • On-site, Remote

$75.79K - $121.21K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Since 1989, SBA Communications has been a pillar of the wireless industry. Today, as a publicly traded global leader and S&P 500 company, our network of over 46,000 communication sites spans 10+ countries, forming the critical infrastructure that connects millions. We are the force behind the scenes -the essential infrastructure that keeps our world connected.
We are looking for innovators to join the dynamic team that makes it all possible. In an industry that moves fast, we rely on our agility to stay ahead of the curve and deliver results. However, we never achieve it alone. Our culture is defined by a "Team First" focus, where every team member matters, and we collaborate passionately to support our customers' objectives.
We believe in shared success. At SBA, we invite every team member to think like an owner.
Financial Wellbeing:
  • Plan for your future with our Global Ownership Program (Annual RSU awards for eligible employees), a 401K with a generous company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering company stock at a discount.

Mental Wellbeing:
  • We prioritize your health with access to a dedicated Health Concierge service.

Personal Growth & Balance:
  • Enjoy a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package, paid holidays, and paid volunteer hours. We also fuel your ambition with tuition reimbursement, support for professional certifications, and a wellness reimbursement program.

If you're ready to make an impact with a stable industry leader, we want to hear from you.
The compensation range for this role is:
$75,786.00 - $121,207.00
Your Next Career Opportunity - Regional Site Manager, Operations
This position is responsible for the "on site" management, operation, and regulatory compliance for all SBA sites within their assigned geographic area. This position requires exercising discretion and independent judgement regarding issues concerning the safe management and operation of tower sites and the implementation of management policies and operating practices. It also represents the Company in managing the relationships between the Company and its Ground Owners and tenants, including by representing the Company in handling complaints, arbitrating disputes, and resolving grievances. This position ensures that towers are continually marketed and in compliance with industry standards, and supports interdepartmental objectives including by resolving safety issues, managing and approving contractor work and overseeing preventative maintenance, lighting and monitoring, building and grounds upkeep, and installation. Responsible for performing audits as required by local, district, area and Corporate or regulatory agencies. Responsible for the quality of data about SBA's assets and completes the collection and maintenance of data about the physical assets to ensure accurate, up to date database of these assets.
What You Will Do - Primary Responsibilities
  • Manage safety by ensuring structural integrity and regulatory compliance for all assigned assets. Inform Area Operations Director of asset management issues and work to resolve any issues impacting tower safety, integrity, and regulatory compliance.
  • Perform and record site safety and compliance inspections in accordance with FAA/FCC and safety regulations. Identify, document and ensure that any site safety and compliance issues are corrected in a timely manner and reported to management. This includes authority to shut down and/or suspend work at any site location in which it is determined that unsafe conditions exist or that such action is merited to protect persons or property.
  • Resolve and/or attempt to resolve all safety, regulatory, or operational issues or discrepancies on site. If unable to resolve, report to management with recommendations for action.
  • Complete and submit accurate Tenant Installation Notices into Mobile Manager within 24-48 hours of confirmed install date.
  • Perform routine site audits to ensure tenant compliance per the lease agreement, complete site summaries within 24 hours of lease execution.
  • Manage the timely resolution of trouble tickets, including selection and dispatch of contractors to diagnose and resolve issues in accordance with Company safety standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local rules and regulations and act as an operational acceptance point of contact for new equipment installs on all sites. This includes authority to manage contractors performing work at assigned site locations and make decisions as to whether a contractor is performing the work in a safe, suitable, and compliant manner. Also includes authority to reject work if deemed unacceptable or non-compliant.
  • Manage efficient repair, maintenance, inspection, security and safe operation of all tower assets within assigned area. Issues include but are not limited to; alarm monitoring instruments and lighting units.
  • Ensure proper visibility and escalate major hazards which present safety or structural integrity issues to Sr. RSM.
  • Respond to and resolve any safety or operational issues including the repair of tower damage caused by natural disaster, weather, falls or other causes. Provide immediate support service during emergency issues and incident response situations
  • Provide update/ revisions to CADD drawings as needed or as site details change.
  • Manage Notice to Proceed (NTP) process by tracking tower modification (MOD) schedules, approving NTP start dates and issuing NTPs on all new leases and amendments.
  • Perform A&E and Pre and Post construction walks on all new leases and amendments ensuring the proper installation of equipment.
  • Represent the Company in managing relationships with Ground Owners, including by representing SBA in handling complaints, arbitrating disputes, resolving grievances, and responding to inquiries.
  • Maintain a good and professional working relationship with Ground Owners, Managers and Public Officials. Keep relations with Ground Owners positive and act as an intermediary between the Company and Ground Owners.
  • Collect and track site information such as Fiber, Generators, Lighting systems and monitoring systems.
  • Responsible for M&A trackers, work with corporate to ensure quick transition to SBA control, including by not limited to site upgrades (fencing, tower painting and lighting control and replacement, etc.), and tower light conversation to NOCC.
  • Responsible for maintaining company vehicle in accordance with DOT and Fleet department standards.
  • On an as needed basis, may be required to perform Colocation RSM responsibilities to include but not limited to the following:
    • Manage co-location approvals, disapprovals, A&E site walks, pre and post construction site inspections, drop and swaps and tower enhancements in assigned territory.
    • Manage the structural engineering and tower and foundation process. Including schedules of projects, providing update reports and tenant/ application timelines and processing invoices/ POs.
    • Manage Structural POR's and communication in relation to Structurals, Modification Designs and Structural Modifications with Engineering Firm and vendors for delivery of documents to ensure NTP requirements are met prior to issuance of NTP (including but not limited to coordination of Structural Modifications with Engineering Firm & Vendor for proposed Vendor install).
    • Prepare and order PO requests for PE letters, structural analysis reports, tower/foundation modification drawings & tower/foundation enhancements, geotechnical reports, foundation investigations and tower mappings.
    • Reviews all documentation to issue an NTP including construction drawings, building permits, certificates of insurance & the scope of work.
  • Other projects and duties as assigned.

What You'll Need - Qualifications & Requirements
  • H.S. Diploma/GED
    • and 3-5 years years of field operations experience.
  • Domestic Travel
  • Valid Government Issued Driver's License

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Frequently
  • Lifting Occasionally (50lbs)
  • Carrying Occasionally
  • Climbing Occasionally
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Occasionally
  • Kneeling Occasionally
  • Crouching Occasionally
  • Reaching Occasionally
  • Handling Occasionally
  • Talking Frequently
  • Hearing Frequently
  • Repetitive Motions Occasionally
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently
  • Extreme cold Occasionally
  • Extreme heat Occasionally
  • Humid Occasionally
  • Wet Occasionally
  • Noise Occasionally
  • Hazards Frequently
  • Atmospheric Conditions Frequently
  • Vibration Occasionally

In our efforts to maintain a safe work environment for our team members and the general public, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer for employment in a position classified as safety sensitive will be required to take and satisfactorily pass a drug test.

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