What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airfield Manager position at Utah State University?
Airfield Manager
Requisition ID: 2023-7249
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT
Category: Other
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Exempt
College: College of Agriculture & Applied Sc
Department: Aviation Technology
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
Overview
USU Aviation Technology is seeking a candidate for a position that focuses upon Airfield Management in Price, Utah. This position requires an individual who will oversee all aspects of managing the operations of the Carbon County Airfield, including coordination with Carbon County officials (FAA Airport Manager), the Federal Aviation Administration, airport maintenance personnel, dispatching, using airfield landing and navigational aids, implementing airfield safety procedures, inspections, bird monitoring, maintaining records, and applying knowledge of weather information to safely and efficiently manage airfield operations. In addition, this position will assist with managing the Fixed Base Operations (FBO) with other team members at the Carbon County Airport.
This is a 12-month, full-time, benefited position available immediately. The successful candidate for the position below will demonstrate experience in some aspects of airfield operations, and the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues, within and across departments, the local county officials, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and will contribute to program development, assessment and growth in the department. Review of applicants will begin December 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities
Utah State University is seeking a candidate who has experience in the aviation industry with success in working at a General Aviation (GA) airport. Successful candidates will be able to work with the FAA, state and county officials, the university, industry and college students.
Additional duties may include teaching assigned course topics within the Aviation Technology Department which may include, but are not limited to: Airport Management, Aviation Meteorology, Crew Resource Management, graduate, and other aviation courses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be the primary safety manager for the airport
- Ensure compliance with all regulations
- Manage day-to-day operations of airport
- Support transient aircraft operations
- Issue NOTAMS and other notices about the airport
This is a full-time position, and may include the following:
- Oversee the daily activities at airport
- Ensure all required regulations are followed
- Monitor and implement safety and security of airfield
- Liaison for Carbon County with industry, airline officials as well as the public
- Manage FBO operations for Carbon County Airport
- Oversee aviation refueling operations
- Operational knowledge of required equipment related to airfield operations
Business operations at the Carbon County Airfield require Monday - Saturday schedule availability, with specific scheduling coordinated by the on-site USU Aviation team.
Other activities may include depending upon credentials and abilities:
- Teach 1-2 courses per semester in Aviation Technology
- Assist with career student advising and student club activities
- Assist in student recruitment and retention, alumni and industry relations, program marketing/public relations, and other program needs
- Service to include committee work in support of departmental, college, university, and professional society activities
- Work with the extension activities of the Aggie Drone Academy
- Supervise line operators as part of the FBO operations
- Manage hangar usage, tiedowns, ramp allocation and transient aircraft
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in aviation management, business administration, or related field
- Three (3) years of aviation management/operations experience and knowledge of FAA regulations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent computer skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) Program or similar
- Masters Degree in a related field
- Safety Management System experience
- Airport Security experience
- Post-secondary teaching experience
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application. Please describe your qualifications for the position in your Cover Letter.
4. Unofficial Transcripts to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"
5. Employment History to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.
As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. about USU.
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About the Region
U.S. News and World Report for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USUs main campus, , is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area in the Milken Institutes 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.
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