Santa Ana, California
Santa Ana, California
Posted: 11-Dec-25
Location: Hollywood Burbank Airport
Type: Full Time
Salary: Starting at $165,000 DOE
Categories:
Preferred Education:
The ideal candidate sets the example for decorum and work ethic to staff, solves problems with diplomacy and tact, adapts and leads change, maintains humility, and takes personal responsibility for all outcomes.
TBI Airport Management, Inc.
Hollywood Burbank Airport
Job Description
Director of Operations
Reports to: Deputy Executive Director, Operations, Security, and SMS
Status: Exempt
Pay: Starting at $165,000 DOE
Schedule: 9/80
General Description:
The Director of Operations is responsible for the success of the Operations Department in all of its functions.
The ideal candidate sets the example for decorum and work ethic to staff, solves problems with diplomacy and tact, adapts and leads change, maintains humility, and takes personal responsibility for all outcomes.
Essential Job Functions:
The Director of Operations leads the Operations Department through direct supervision of two Operations Managers, who in turn oversee the Operations Supervisors, Operations Support Specialists, the Airport Communications Center, and a contractor providing services for the Virtual Ramp Control Room. This position requires effective management in the performance of a wide range of tasks including, but not limited to, requirements and procedures for compliance with 14 CFR Part 139 and the Airport Certification Manual, the Airport Emergency Plan, TSA 1542 and the Airport Security Plan, airport rules and regulations, dispatching of Airport Operations, Police, and Fire Department personnel, and gate scheduling and management.
The Director also:
- Prepares and manages the Department budget,
- Ensures adequate staff levels and scheduling,
- Recruits to fill vacancies,
- Manages bargaining unit agreements,
- Acts as liaison to outside agencies,
- Maintains contracts with service and supply providers,
- Builds relationships within the department and with other airport departments, tenants, and stakeholders.
- Communicates the vision and mission clearly and concisely, ensuring staff members understand what they are doing and why,
- Effectively prioritizes actions and resources while demonstrating thoughtful and reliable decision-making.
- Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Employment Standards
- Bachelor's degree in aviation management or related field and 5 years of airport management experience in a leadership role at a commercial service airport, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
License and Special Requirements:
- Possession of a valid California Driver’s license.
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance as required by role and TSA regulations.
Supplemental Information:
Knowledge of:
- Negotiation and preparation of airport leases, contracts, and rates and charges.
- Management principles and practices relating to airport operations and planning, FAA rules and regulations affecting airport operations and airport construction and equipment.
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to:
- Speak and present information in a public setting with confidence and competence.
- Research, analyze, develop and present ideas and issues, develop recommendations and implement solutions.
- Develop goals and accomplish objectives, build consensus and be responsive to organizational needs and expectations.
- Manage complex projects, from plan through implementation.
- Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Interested applicants may apply by clicking the link below and completing the online assessments:
https://www.ondemandassessment.com/o/JB-0DQSM67VC/landing?source=AAAE