City of San Angelo Hiring for DEPUTY AIRPORT ADMINISTRATOR at San Angelo, TX Full Time

Position will be open until filled.

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, manages the daily operations and maintenance staff of the San Angelo Regional Airport – Mathis Field (SJT); confirms compliance of airport activities with City, State, and Federal regulations. Assumes the duties of the Airport Director in his/her absence.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Manages the operations, maintenance, security, safety programs, and compliance management functions; develops and implements programs and procedures to assure that the airport operations meet state and Federal compliance regulations.
• Performs a significant amount of independent judgment and decision-making on operations matters. Required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a number of airport stakeholder groups including government officials, tenants, customers, and the general public while exhibiting courtesy and professionalism.
• Manages all airport maintenance staff; trains and monitors staff; conducts disciplinary actions, as warranted; promotes team building; adheres to safety standards; ensures staff provides superior customer service. Oversees the interview and hiring process of maintenance staff team.
• Assists in preparation and direction of the airport operation and capital improvement budgets; negotiates contracts for airport improvement, maintenance and repair as needed.
• Assures that the Airport maintains Airport Operating Certificates according to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 139 of Title14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR Part 139); reviews, interprets, enforces, implements, and mitigates Federal, state and City regulations and policies.
• Coordinates and supervises inspection, maintenance and repairs of airport facilities and ground support functions; evaluates and analyzes procedural, maintenance, and operational issues, and recommends and implements solutions.
• Posts, enforces, interprets and assures compliance with safety notices and use regulations from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Texas Department of Transportation (TX DOT).
• Communicates with general public, hangar tenants, government agencies, vendors, contractors, and others in order to coordinate operations and maintenance of airport grounds and facilities and resolve customer service issues.
• Develops and monitors budget for maintenance and operations divisions; reviews and approves designs, plans and specifications for capital improvement plan; prepares special and recurring financial, operational and technical compliance reports.
• Plans and coordinates emergency response training, exercises and practice drills; assesses emergency situations and implements appropriate response procedures.
• Responds to requests for information within designated scope of authority; identifies and researches technical issues, and recommends solutions.
• Coordinates with other department to obtain necessary support activities such as security, engineering services, financial and accounting services, airport property maintenance, legal services, etc.
• Serves as the primary or alternate Airport Security Coordinator and oversees the implementation of the Airport Security Program; acts as a primary airport contact with public agencies, tenants, and the public regarding airport security matters; has direct oversight of the airport badging program.
• Prepares and maintains required reports and records for submittal to federal, state and local agencies.
• Manages airport compliance programs; including the airport wildlife and storm water pollution programs.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or Public Administration; and four years’ experience in operations of an equivalent airport; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses Or Certifications

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License with a good driving record; required to pass a background investigation.
• Applicants with an out of state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
• Accreditation from the American Association of Airport Executives is preferred; or able to obtain within 3 years of hire.

Required Knowledge Of

• City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
• State and Federal codes and regulations relating to airport facilities and aviation operations, including FAA, TXDOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and OSHA safety standards.
• Aviation program planning and development principles.
• General aviation and airport operation methods, practices and security procedures.
• Tools, materials, equipment, techniques and procedures used in maintenance and preventive maintenance of a general aviation facility.
• Principles of record keeping and records management.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Required Skill In

• Interpreting and applying airport operational and safety standards and procedures, applicable Federal rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.
• Interpreting customer needs and solving customer service issues.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees, officials, and representatives from other local, state and Federal agencies.
• Supervising staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment, outdoors, and in maintenance facilities.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.