Black-necked grebe. The black-necked grebe (Podiceps nigricollis), known in North America as the eared grebe, is a member of the grebe family of water birds. It is present in parts of Africa, Eurasia and North America.
Vice President (VP), Operations Salary Salaries for VPs of Operations in the United States are generous, with average pay above six figures ($123K) per year. Including potential for bonuses, profit sharing and commission â peaking near $51K, $34K, and $53K, respectively â total cash payment to VPs of Operations can bottom out near $72K or top out at around $225K.
The U.S. military currently offers a $25,000 signing bonus for nurses willing to enter active duty [source: U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services ]. In better economic times, information technology workers often received some of the highest signing bonuses.