General Manager (SJC)

Clearfield, Inc.$100K — $137K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of leadership experience in fast-paced, customer-facing roles such as retail or hospitality.
  • Experience managing both salaried and hourly employees required.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to mentorship and team development.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Self-motivated with a passion for fostering teamwork and achieving goals.
  • Experience in reviewing and reporting on KPIs regularly.
  • Ability to adhere to policies and regulations related to security practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations of Ambassadors and Managers focusing on security and customer service.
  • Serve as the business owner responsible for achieving key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Recruit and maintain a diverse team aligned with CLEAR’s operational goals.
  • Cultivate a team culture of accountability for exceptional service and security experiences.
  • Manage performance evaluations and handle difficult conversations when necessary.
  • Build and maintain relationships with TSA, airlines, and other airport partners.
  • Oversee labor management, payroll, and scheduling to optimize utility.
  • Spend significant time on the floor to engage with customers directly.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation structure including a base salary and bonus opportunities.
  • 3 weeks paid time off and 10 company-paid holidays, increasing with tenure.
  • $100 monthly wellness stipend for health and fitness activities.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Comprehensive benefits covering medical, dental, vision, pet, home, and auto insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and family planning benefits.
  • Emotional well-being assistance and ongoing career development programs.
  • Free CLEAR memberships for employees plus discounts for friends.
Full Job Description
About the Position:

As a General Manager, you will be fully responsible for leading and driving the daily operations of your location. You will drive employee engagement and foster an environment where team members are accountable for delivering exceptional security and customer service experiences while continuously sharing the CLEAR story. You will oversee all hourly and salaried team members and will be responsible for all administrative and leadership functions to ensure a smooth operation.

Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Lead day-to-day operations of a team of Ambassadors and Managers that utilize CLEAR technology to perform duties related to airport security, customer service and sales
  • Business owner for the airport and responsible for driving overall execution to achieve KPIs & metrics
  • Hire, develop and sustain a diverse team of talent who successfully and consistently deliver on the CLEAR objectives related to security, service, and sales.
  • Drive employee engagement and foster an environment where team members are accountable for delivering exceptional security and customer service experiences while continuously sharing the CLEAR story
  • Performance manage salaried and hourly team members by evaluating performance on an ongoing basis with the ability to have tough conversations
  • Build stakeholder relationships with TSA, airline and airport partners; support needs &/or inquiries in a timely manner, escalating to a higher level as necessary
  • Manage labor to ensure highest utility, and oversight of payroll and scheduling
  • Spend at least 80% of time on the floor in a customer-facing environment at the airport

Ideal candidates will have:
  • At least 6 years of leadership experience in a high volume, fast-paced, and customer-facing environment (i.e. retail, restaurants, hospitality, rental cars).
  • You are self-motivated, positive and possess a passion for fostering a great sense of teamwork
  • Prior experience managing both salaried and hourly employees is a must
  • You have high standards, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and are committed to training, mentoring, and motivating your team.
  • Excellent leadership and organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities and influence others in an ever-changing environment.
  • You are indefatigable in achieving your individual and team goals and want to grow and develop in your career.
  • Experience reviewing and reporting on KPIs on a regular basis.
  • 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)
  • Required to successfully complete a government background investigation

The total compensation range for this role is $100,000 - $137,500 / year depending on level of skills and experience.

This range represents the combined base salary and incentive compensation consistent with our current compensation program for this position at CLEAR. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, location, education, skills, experience, and performance. All stock based compensation will be subject to the terms and conditions of applicable agreements.

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.

About Clearfield, Inc.

Clearfield, Inc. is a US-based company that designs, manufactures, and distributes fiber optic management products. The company's products are used in the telecommunications industry to manage fiber optic cables and connections. Clearfield's products include fiber distribution hubs, optical components, and cabinets. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Clearfield has a global presence with offices in the United States, Canada, and China.
Learn more about Clearfield, Inc.
Size
250 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$9.9 million
5 Year Trend
+29.6%
Revenue
$100.7 million
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