Excellent Benefits Package, including $0 cost to employee Medical and Dental plans
Generous 15% Company Paid Retirement Plan
Annual Incentive Award and Career Development Programs
Tuition and Education Reimbursement
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 1119
This position directs and plans the strategy for the Communications/Community Relations team, including external communications, community relations and outreach, internal and external branding, noise abatement and programs related to maintaining the Authority’s engagement and responsiveness to the community.
Some of the position duties include:
•Responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of proactive and progressive noise abatement programs.
•Maintains relationships with community stakeholders, such as homeowners’ associations, school leaders, business owners, and government officials for the benefit of NAA.
•Develops, promotes, and delivers informative and impactful internal and external communications to educate others about NAA’s services, as well as general aviation, airport operations and noise abatement programs.
•Knowledge of online social media platforms and skilled in developing communication plans which rely heavily on their use.
•Ensures integrity of the Authority’s brands to maintain consistency in internal and external promotional items and communications throughout the organization.
Must demonstrate exceptional customer service and clear communication skills, negotiating and advocating both written and oral. Must have ability to listen to citizens patiently and compassionately while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Demonstrated skill in directing and managing staff efficiently and effectively.
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university in aviation management, communications, public relations, business or public administration, or another appropriate field.
Six or more years of reflecting increasing responsibility experience related to communications and community education, or equivalent combination of related training, education, and experience.
A driving record that meets the Authority’s driving standards.
The Naples Airport is a first-class general aviation airport and prime destination for businesses and vacationers alike. The Naples Airport Authority is responsible for the operation, development and improvement of the Naples Airport. The Authority has approximately 140 employees, and there are 3,250 additional employees throughout businesses and tenants located at the airport. The Florida Department of Transportation values the airport’s economic impact to the community at more than $440 million annually and recognizes Naples Airport as ranked within the top ten for all business jet destinations in the U.S. The airport is classified as a national airport in the NPIAS and encompasses 732 acres and has two runways. The Authority owns and operates their FBO, and there are multiple aviation business operations on the field as well as numerous fractional and charter operators and several car rental agencies. Naples Airport is a designated base for disaster relief and provides space for many public services. The Authority has developed a Strategic Plan that articulates its purpose "Naples Airport Authority serves the community with a purpose of connecting you to Naples through an exceptional airport experience."
