Grayson County is seeking a qualified and motivated Airport Manager to oversee the operation and development of its county-owned general aviation airport. This position is responsible for managing daily airport operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining facilities, and advancing the airport’s role as a driver of local economic development. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on professional capable of working independently in a small-team environment while building strong relationships with tenants, businesses, and community stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day airport operations, including airfield safety, inspections, and facility oversight
• Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Texas Department of Transportation aviation standards, and county policies
• Conduct routine inspections of runways, taxiways, lighting systems, and navigational aids
• Oversee airport tenants, hangar leases, the FBO, and customer service for general aviation users
• Develop and manage the airport budget, including monitoring revenues and expenditures
• Identify, pursue, and administer grant funding opportunities, including FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee capital improvement projects
• Promote the airport as an economic development asset by supporting business recruitment and aviation-related growth
• Serve as liaison between the county, airport tenants, economic development organizations, and the public
• Maintain required records, reports, and regulatory documentation
• Coordinate emergency response planning with local agencies
• Perform hands-on operational duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field (experience may substitute)
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in airport operations, FBO management, or aviation-related field
• Working knowledge of general aviation airport operations and applicable regulations

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience managing a general aviation airport
• Familiarity with FAA grant processes and compliance requirements
• Certified Member (CM) or Accredited Airport Executive (AAE) from the American Association of Airport Executives
• Strong background in budgeting, capital planning, and economic development initiatives

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a small-team environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Financial and project management proficiency
• Ability to build partnerships with tenants, businesses, and community leaders
• Self-directed with sound judgment and decision-making abilities

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