Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.
Wind Energy Operations Managers
SOC: 11-9199 O*NET: 11-9199.09
Median Salary
$136,550
per year
Job Growth
📈 4.5%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
106.7
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$81,930
25th
$109,240
50th (Median)
$136,550
75th
$163,860
90th
$204,825
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:1,333,700
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+4.5%
Annual Openings:106,700
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)1,333,700
Current
2034 (Projected)1,393,500
+4.5%
+59,800
Employment Change
+4.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Management of Personnel Resources
Management of Personnel Resources
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Persuasion
Persuasion
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Mechanical
✓
Engineering and Technology
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Personnel and Human Resources
✓
Administrative
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Mathematics
✓
Production and Processing
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year