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The Deputy Director of Aviation is responsible for aiding the Director of Aviation in oversight and management of all airport activity at the Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) a Part 139, operating certificate medium-hub commercial service airport and Double Eagle II general aviation reliever airport (AEG). The position entails supervising, coordinating, and reviewing aircraft operations; buildings and field maintenance; community relations; coordinating airline requirements for airport facilities; reviewing airport tenant activities for compliance; enforcement of applicable federal, state and local regulations pertaining to airport operations, safety and security; and participating in planning for future growth. This position will represent the Aviation department and City and state legislature proceedings. The Deputy Director of Aviation will also assist in determining and recommending personnel staffing requirements; developing and submitting an annual budget; coordinating airport construction, maintenance and other work by staff with tenants; promoting compatible airport activities in the surrounding communities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

May have to apply for a Federal Government Secret Security Clearance.

Must successfully pass FBI criminal history background check including fingerprinting.

Airport Security Coordinator Certificate from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) within nine (9) months from date of hire.
 
Airport Certified Employee (ACE) or Certified Member (C.M.) Certification or American Association of Airport Executives Accreditation (AAE) preferred.

Must be able to successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Access Control Card as determined by the criteria set forth by the policies and guidelines of the Aviation Department and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Successful completion of a security background check conducted by U.S. Customs & Border Protection, if applicable.