Airport Deputy Director

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Airport Deputy Director

Salary

$121,800.02 - $213,149.87 Annually

Location

Airport-Aspen/Pitkin County, CO

Job Type

Full-time with benefits, salaried

Job Number

202300424

Department

Airport

Opening Date

11/06/2026

Closing Date

12/21/2026 5:00 PM Mountain

Bilingual Stipend

Yes

Hiring Minimum

$121,800.00

Hiring Maximum

$213,150.00

Pay Grade

P109

Special Notes

Please Include a resume and cover letter for this position

Hiring Range Description

The hiring range is the starting point of the pay range to the 4th quartile of the pay range. Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

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Job Summary

The Airport Deputy Director leads day-to-day operations at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport, overseeing the Facilities & Construction, Operations & Security, and Aircraft Rescue Firefighters (ARFF) division managers and their teams. This position ensures the safe, secure, and efficient operation of the airport and its tenants in accordance with airport rules, regulations, and minimum operating standards. In the absence of the Airport Director, this position performs the duties of the Director.

More details about the leadership profile can be found here.

Job Responsibilities

• Leads and supervises the division managers and their teams; models and promotes a positive, cooperative, and supportive team culture.
• Ensures the Airport meets or exceeds Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 139, Transportation Security Regulations (TSR) 1542, and other federal, state, and local regulations through airport staff, law enforcement, tenants, and on-property federal partners; coordinates with the FAA, TSA, and Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics on regulatory matters.
• Coordinates with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the State of Colorado Department of Transportation Bureau of Aeronautics regarding regulatory matters impacting the day-to-day operations of the facilities.
• Implements the Airport Director’s initiatives for the Airport including airport team succession planning efforts, contract negotiation, electronic data management, and redevelopment of the facility.
• Participates in negotiating and administering Airport tenant leases and contracts; manages consulting contracts and projects for the divisions overseen.
• Works to enhance and maintain passenger services (air service, ground transportation, and business activities) at the Airport.
• Assists in the development, preparation, and administration of the annual budget including the evaluation and establishment of airport rates and charges.
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, airport management, public administration, planning, engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Equivalent airport experience may substitute for education (two years of airport experience for each year of education).
• 7 years of progressively responsible experience in Airport Management and Operations, with 3 or more of these years in a supervisory capacity at a FAR Part 139 commercial service airport. Additional experience in managing complex capital projects preferred.
• Expert-level knowledge of commercial airport operations and best management practices, including FAR Part 139, TSR 1542, Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant Assurances, facility planning and design/construction, stakeholder/tenant relations, snow/ice control, and financial management.
• Pilot’s License (past or current) preferred.
• Certified Member (C.M.) accreditation; Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) or International Airport Professional (IAP) designation, or ability to obtain A.A.E. within two years of hire.
• ICS/NIMS Certifications (ICS 100, 200, 300, NIMS 700, 800) preferred or within six months of the date of hire.
• Airport Certified Employee (ACE) in Operations and/or Security, or the ability to obtain within two years of hire.
• Must complete first aid and CPR training within one year of hire.
• Must acquire and maintain a valid Colorado Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
  
  

Knowledge Of

• Professional and technical writing methods and practices.
• Project management principles, practices and methods.
• Fiscal and budgetary management and tracking.
• Organizational and community planning.
• Public policy processes.
  
  

Skill In

• Managing staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities and providing coaching and feedback.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situations.
• Working efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines.
• Developing, understanding, interpreting, and communicating policies and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
  
  

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment and outside on active taxiways and runways, with some exposure to dangerous tools, equipment, machinery, inclement weather conditions, noise and fumes.
• Must be available nights, weekends and holidays for Airport operations and emergencies.
  
  

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

For more information, click here for our 202 Employee Benefits Guide in English. To review the version in Spanish, click here.

Employer Pitkin County

Address 530 East Main Street, Suite 304

Aspen, Colorado, 81611

Phone 970-920-5240

Website http://www.pitkincounty.com/jobs

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