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Juneau Assistant Manager - Operations and Logistics - Juneau Airport Location

Full-Time | On-Site

AVIS Alaska Rent A Car - Employee-Owned Company

Compensation: 

 $28.00/Hour + $1,500 Signing & Retention Bonus*

The employee will be eligible to receive a total bonus of up to $1,500, subject to the applicable Terms and Conditions and the following payment schedule:

• $500 Signing Bonus - Paid after successfully completing 30 consecutive days of active employment.
• $500 Retention Bonus - Paid after successfully completing 60 consecutive days of active employment.
• $500 Retention Bonus - Paid after successfully completing 6 months of active employment.

*Full Terms and Conditions to be reviewed upon applying

Step Into Leadership With One of Alaska's Most Established Transportation Companies

Avis Alaska is seeking a motivated Assistant Manager to help lead operations at our Juneau Airport location. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals currently working in the car rental industry who are ready to take the next step beyond traditional branch roles and expand their leadership experience.

The Juneau Assistant Manager - Operations and Logistics is responsible for supporting the Juneau City Manager in the day-to-day management of station operations and fleet logistics, including oversight of carwash activities, vehicle readiness, fleet movement, and operational efficiency. This position also assists at the rental counter as needed and helps ensure a high level of customer service and overall station performance.

Ideal Career Move for Professionals in the Travel & Hospitality Industry

Professionals currently working in rental car management, hotel operations, tourism services, or airport guest services are strongly encouraged to apply. This role is an excellent next step for current or former Management Trainees, Assistant Managers, and Branch Managers from rental car companies, as well as hospitality and tourism leaders, who are looking to expand their leadership experience within Alaska's travel and tourism industry.

Candidates with experience in the following roles often excel in this position:

• Rental Car Assistant Manager or Branch Manager
• Hotel Front Office Manager or Guest Services Manager
• Hospitality Supervisor or Operations Manager
• Tourism or Travel Services Manager
• Airport Operations Supervisor
• Transportation or Fleet Operations Manager

If you enjoy working with travelers, leading teams, and operating in a fast-paced customer service environment, this role provides an opportunity to grow your career within Alaska's tourism economy.

Why Join Avis Alaska?

Many professionals working in hospitality, tourism, and rental car management are looking for opportunities that provide greater responsibility, stronger earning potential, and long-term career growth.

At Avis Alaska, you'll find:

• Employee-Owned Company (ESOP) - retirement contributions fully funded by the company
• Performance-based bonuses and incentive opportunities
• Hands-on operational leadership and team development
• Career advancement opportunities within a statewide organization

Unlike large corporate environments, our locally operated structure allows leaders to have greater visibility, influence, and impact on operations.

Essential Duties:

• Oversee vehicle cleaning, detailing, and readiness operations, while developing and implementing procedures to ensure returned vehicles are efficiently prepared and available for the next rental.
• Coordinate fleet logistics, including vehicle movement, vehicle transfers, grounding/ungrounding processes, and fleet utilization.
• Support rental counter operations, including customer service, vehicle rentals, returns, and issue resolution, as needed.
• Review fleet availability reports and manage inventory control, vehicle audits, key management, and fleet tracking to ensure reservation fulfillment, optimize vehicle availability, and stage vehicles for walk-up customers and upgrades.
• Monitor vehicle condition and ensure maintenance, damage, and service issues are identified and addressed promptly.
• Assist with hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, supervising, and developing employees while ensuring compliance with Company HR policies, conducting ongoing performance assessments, and maintaining staffing levels that align with business demands and transaction volume.
• Coordinate with maintenance vendors, towing providers, and internal departments to support fleet readiness.
• Ensure facilities (inside and outside) are clean and properly maintained. This includes handling or contracting landscaping tasks and snow removal. 
• Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards.
• Assists with processing/reviewing damages and auditing gasoline usage.
• Build and maintain business relationships to facilitate organizational profitability.

Compensation:

Base Salary: $28/hr + $1500 Signing & Retention Bonus*

Compensation includes:

• Base salary
• Annual performance review and compensation evaluation

Benefits

Eligible employees working 30+ hours per week receive:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - 100% company-funded retirement benefit *must work 1000 hours to be vested

Why Professionals From the Rental Car & Hospitality Industry Join Avis Alaska

• Opportunity to lead operations across multiple locations
• Competitive compensation with performance incentives
• Employee-owned company with ESOP retirement benefits
• Leadership visibility within a locally operated organization
• Career growth within Alaska's tourism and transportation industry

Why Join AVIS Alaska

Build your future as an Employee Owner.

AVIS Alaska has proudly served Alaska for over 70 years, and we believe our people are the reason for our success. As a locally owned and employee-owned company, every team member plays an important role in shaping the future of our organization and the service we provide across the state.

One of the unique benefits of working with AVIS Alaska is our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This company-funded retirement benefit allows eligible employees to become employee owners of the business, meaning you share in the success that you help create.

Over time, company contributions to the ESOP can help you build long-term financial security and invest in your future while continuing to grow your career with our team. That means when the company succeeds, you succeed too.

At AVIS Alaska, you're not just working for a company, you're helping build your future as an employee owner of AVIS Alaska.

We foster a culture built on teamwork, accountability, strong work ethic, and exceptional customer service, where employees are supported in developing their skills and advancing within the company.

If you're ready to grow your career, develop your sales skills, and build long-term financial ownership, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and start building your future as an employee-owner of AVIS Alaska.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Strong leadership and customer service skills
• Computer proficiency and typing ability
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred
• Experience in car rental, hospitality, tourism, airport operations, transportation, or guest services management strongly preferred
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays 
• Working knowledge of MS Office