Oversee and coordinate airfield operations activities within the Aviation Department during an assigned shift; insure proper and safe airfield conditions and perform a variety of administrative, professional and technical tasks in support of airfield operations safety. Oversee, coordinate and perform airfield operations activities including the inspection of runways, taxiways, perimeter fencing and airport property; make short and long term maintenance and safety recommendations as appropriate. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing aviation safety services; implement policies and procedures. Perform safety inspections of refueling procedures, equipment and fuel storage areas; ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations; issue violations for infractions as necessary. Interpret and assist in enforcing provisions of Aviation Department policies, Federal Aviation Administration regulations and City and State traffic and criminal codes.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in aviation management, airport operations, aviation/aerospace, engineering, business administration or public administration; and
Four (4) years of airport or airline operations experience; and
To include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Airport Certified Employee (ACE) or Certified Member (C.M.) Certification or American Association of Airport Executives Accreditation (AAE), FAA Part 139 certification preferred.
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.
Must be able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
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.
