Well now, Ignition Override, you sound a bit more level headed than some.
Actually 'managing' an undesirable situation is surely better than the Commanders who simply stick their nose well above ground effect, and refuse to do much of anything except shine their brass bars.
Station managers have a responsibility to see that their stations are run in a satisfactory manner.
All too often however, some have 'higher' connections in the company so can let their stations performance slide, without fear of admonation.
These are the folks who truly need the kick in the rear end.