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Specialist - Customer Communication

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Chicago, IL, USAHybridCustomer SuccessEntry-Level$66,500 - $86,616Posted: yesterday
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Specialist - Customer Communication

Location Arlington Heights, Illinois, United StatesCategory Customer SolutionsJob IdWHQ00026939Customer Service Delivery / Customer Service SolutionsJob TypeFull-TimePosted Date 10/06/2026

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Description

Job Overview and Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day wide range of communication requests that support our operation and teams across the company by utilizing operational tools like SHARES, Unimatic, Volare to determine root cause of a delay

Responsible for crafting operational communication like travel waivers and operational advisories

Actively monitor flights for in-the-moment delay, cancellation, and operational impact messaging

Prepare in-the-moment ad hoc and proactive messaging, when requested

Work collaboratively with business partners across the organization including Contact Center, Network

Operations Center (NOC), Station Operation Centers (SOC), Airport Operations using operational tools to determine flight delays to craft a tailored message for our customers and employees

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree or 1+ years of relevant work experience

1+ years communications related experience

Strong leadership capabilities including the ability to develop and motivate team members

Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels within the organization

Advanced copywriting and conversational communications skills

High standard for quality and attention to detail

Strong customer service mindset

Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Keen ability to work independently and in a team setting

Strong ownership mindset and resolve to follow-through

Able to adapt to a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment

Flexibility to work various shifts to support 24/7/365 operation (including overnight, weekend, holiday, and overtime hours)

Ability to work both in-office and remotely, based on scheduling and operational needs

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Airline or travel industry experience

Professional writing experience

Customer service experience

Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them to support research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Apply critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to organizational policies for responsible AI use, data privacy, and security

The base pay range for this role is $66,500.00 to $86,616.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or 1+ years relevant work experience with 1+ years communications experience
  • Strong leadership, advanced copywriting, and effective communication skills
  • Flexibility for 24/7 shifts, ability to work independently and in teams, legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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