The Airport Operations Manager conducts detailed planning and organization along with other administrative functions related to maintaining a safe, secure, and compliant airport. The Operations Manager is responsible for directing the required coordination and supervision of specific airport tasks related to controlling the airport to ensure continuous operations 24/7/365.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coordinate and direct the continuous compliance with FAA Part 139 and TSA Part 1542 regulations, other applicable federal/state regulations, the Airport Certification Manual and other airport-issued rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Directly supervise Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF)/Security and Operations Specialist staff including oversight of all activities related to effective hiring, scheduling, performance management, regulated training requirements, and equipment acquisition
Responsible for preparation, implementation and maintenance of airport policies, programs, and procedures related to airfield operations including the Airport Certification Manual, the Airport Emergency Plan, and the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan; plus, the coordination of regulated training requirements associated with each program
Perform or provide oversight for Airport workplace health and safety activities
Perform detailed review of airfield inspection reports for all facilities and equipment required by FAA Part 139 standards; manage the Airport NOTAM program
Formulate and execute plans, procedures and for emergency response in the event of aircraft or other airport related emergencies
Perform financial activities including preparing the operations and ARFF/Security budget, preparing requisitions and purchasing forms for operations and ARFF/Security, and solicit and evaluate quotes for capital outlay purchases
Monitor a variety of computerized systems including but not limited to the Security Management System, Security Surveillance System, and the Automated Weather Observing System
Facilitate positive external relations with all airport tenants and other airport stakeholders
Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Completion of a bachelor's degree in airport management, engineering or related aviation field or equivalent combination of education and experience in the airport environment
ACE Operations qualification from the American Association of Airport Executives preferred
Prior completion of OSHA 30-hour general industry course or ability to complete course within 180 days of employment
Must be able to successfully complete a criminal background check and complete training consistent with TSA and airport-related security requirements to obtain and maintain an airport issued SIDA security badge
Must possess a current valid NC Driver's License
EXPERIENCE
Candidate must have at least five (5) years combined experience in airport operations with progressive management and supervisory responsibilities or an equivalent combination of education, knowledge, experience, and related aeronautical skills and experience
Experience and knowledge of aviation safety, ARFF operations/training and risk management
Pilot experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to airport management, including FAA, TSA, DEQ requirements
Knowledge of Advisory Circulars (AC) and Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) related to airport management
Knowledge of aviation safety and commercial terminal and airport security requirements
Ability to understand and oversee compliance with current and proposed legislation that affects airports and air transportation in general, airport security and safety, and air carrier operations, and FAA decisions and regulations
Ability to effectively supervise, plan, direct, monitor and evaluate the work of direct reports as needed to ensure work is performed accurately, timely, and in compliance with airport policies and procedures
Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills with airport staff, external customers and other airport business contacts
Ability to make effective public presentations and represent the airport in meetings as needed
Basic computer knowledge and computer software skills relevant to airport communication, operations reports, budget preparation, and fiscal monitoring
Basic financial, accounting and budgeting skills and knowledge of the federal Airport Improvement Program (AIP)
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work and projects to meet critical deadlines with minimal direction
Ability to properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and policies
Ability to demonstrate effective critical thinking skills to identify and analyze issues and recommend and implement alternative solutions in support of Airport goals
Ability to exercise good judgment and flexibility in response to changing situations and needs
Ability to approach work exhibiting an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and teamwork-oriented leadership style
Must be available to work in response to operational needs in the evening and on weekends after normal business hours as required