Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the airport within the authority vested through the City of Farmington and in accordance with FAA Part 139 and 49 CFR 1542 regulations.
Coordinates between ARFF, ATC and Airport Maintenance for all airport emergencies.
Determines necessity of closing airport; confirms with City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager and contacts the FAA.
Negotiates and leases airport space on behalf of the City of Farmington.
Responsible for collection of monthly boarding lists from tenant airlines; monthly lease payments from rental car tenants, restaurant, and other tenants.
Prepares recommendations and specifications for airport purchasing and capital improvement projects; coordinates any construction work with other City personnel, contractors, airport tenants and the public.
Reviews and makes changes, as necessary, to Airport Certification Manual, Airport Emergency Plan and Airport Security Plan.
Responsible for handling airport related noise complaints on behalf of the City of Farmington.
This position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy which includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, and follow-up testing.
Extensive background checks required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Airport Management or a related field combined with two (2) years experience at a FAR Part 139 certificated airport in operations and administration required.
Valid New Mexico driver’s license with acceptable driving record for the past three years or state of current residency.
Must be able to pass a background investigation in accordance with FAR Part 107.
Knowledge of FAA radio transmission, procedures and protocol.
Knowledge of FAR Part 139 regulations and City Code requirements sufficient to operate an airport in a safe and lawful manner; knowledge of airport operations sufficient to move onto and around the active airfield.
Knowledge of FAR Part 107 Airport Security Regulations.
Knowledge of Airport Certification Manual and Airport Emergency Plan.
Knowledge of airport construction and maintenance procedures sufficient to coordinate any contractors or other City employees.
Knowledge of accounting sufficient to prepare annual airport budget.
Knowledge of grammar and spelling sufficient to prepare grant requests.
Nestled in the San Juan River valley, Farmington is located in the northwest corner of New Mexico and at the very heart of the Four Corners region. With a backyard that features three rivers, four golf courses, five lakes and six National Parks and thousands of acres for off-roading; the opportunities for outdoor adventure are practically limitless here!
Outdoor lovers thrive in Farmington because of the epic off-roading, world-class fly fishing, phenomenal mountain biking, scenic landscapes for hiking and multiple lakes and rivers for kayaking and paddle boarding. These outdoor activities are the perfect complement to the cultural and historical treasures that bring visitors from across the globe to the region. With gems like the Bisti Badlands, Glade Run Recreation Area, Mesa Verde National Park, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, Aztec Ruins National Monument, Four Corners Monument and Salmon Ruins, there are activities and attractions to keep visitors entertained for days.
Popular annual events in Farmington include: Riverfest, Live Horse Racing, Freedom Days, Four Corners Rod Run, Connie Mack World Series, San Juan County Fair, Totah Festival, Four Corners Storytelling Festival, Road Apple Rally, Riverglo and San Juan College Luminarias.
