Airport Duty Manager Job in Washington

Job title: Airport Duty Manager

Company: Spokane Airport

Expected salary: $33 – 43.57 per hour

Location: Spokane, WA

Airport Duty Manager Job Details:

Currently offering relocation assistance.

To ensure Spokane International Airport operates safely and in compliance with federal, state and local requirements for commercial service airports.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

• Act as a representative of Airport Management in the absence of more senior managers. Supervise maintenance personnel during snow removal and supplementary operations personnel as assigned. Has no authority to hire, discipline or terminate employees.
• Inspects and patrols all airport facilities, grounds and properties to ensure regulatory compliance with FAR Parts 139 & 77, the Airport Certification Manual, TSR 1542, Airport Security Plan, Wildlife Hazard Management Plan, Snow and Ice Control Plan, and other procedures, regulations and policies as may be relevant. Reports discrepancies and takes corrective action as necessary.
• Prepares detailed reports of daily operations, unusual incidents/accidents, hazardous conditions and inspections.
• Ensures safety of airport for users by observing pavement, weather and airfield conditions, and issuing accurate and timely field condition reports and NOTAMS as required.
• Acts as a representative of Airport Management in the absence of more senior managers. Provides leadership, direction, and support to other departments during irregular or emergency operations. Provides logistical support to Airport Fire and Police Departments.
• Responds to, investigates and documents emergency, critical or unusual events occurring on Airport property. Participates in the Incident Command System during emergencies.
• Supervises snow removal operations including assigning priorities for snow removal crews and prioritizing tenant requests for assistance.
• Monitors contractor activity during construction to ensure compliance will all Airport safety requirements and coordinates construction activity with Air Traffic Control.
• Serves as primary contact for Air Traffic Control, Air Carriers and other tenants on issues such as irregular operations, unscheduled operations or unauthorized personnel or vehicles in the aircraft operations area.
• Provides administrative assistance and support to the Airport Operations Manager with regular review and update of various documents, manuals and airport data.
• Performs training and instruction of other personnel as required.
• Records itinerant aircraft operations for billing of landing and overnight fees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Airport Operations, or related field.
• Three years of airport or aviation related experience related to operating procedures on the airfield, communications, safety, and general aviation terminology.
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• Must possess a valid driver license, free of serious or frequent traffic violations.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Deliver excellent internal and external customer service.
• Present in a professional manner and with excellent interpersonal skills in order to establish and maintain working relationships with others.
• Make immediate, vital decisions, regarding safety issues under stressful conditions.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines and changing priorities.
• Be a self-starter and able to work independently and with a team.
• Coordinate use of Airport resources and use good judgment.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Observe activities on a 3-dimensional basis
• Read and interpret technical data and troubleshoot technical/mechanical problems.
• Effectively use spreadsheets, word processing, and presentation software programs.
• Organize information into a coherent and meaningful format with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the following:

• FAR Part 139, Part 77, FAA advisory circulars and CFR 1542.
• Snow removal operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push and pull objects up to 50 pounds.
• Job functions require sitting for extended periods, standing and walking frequently, stooping, kneeling, bending, lifting, carrying, and reaching occasionally. Must be able to walk over rough terrain, climb ladders, and crawl through small spaces.
• Extensive wrist and hand movements required for frequent keyboarding, use of equipment, and driving.
• Ability to perform close work to read and use computer required.
• Able to move about facilities & all areas of responsibility
• Ability to operate a computer, fax, telephone and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate via email, two-way radio and phone
• Ability to continuously exchange information through listening and talking with customers, coworkers, and other individuals required.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Security:

• Subject to a ten (10) year background check for security clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Airport security badge as a condition of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years operations experience directly related to snow removal
• Pilot, prior airport operations or Air Traffic Control experience.
• Aviation industry recognized certification or accreditation.

Supplemental information

WORKING CONTACTS WITH OTHERS (INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL):

• Regular contact with airport management, employees, air traffic control personnel, tenants, vendors, government agency staff and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS, TRAVEL, ENVIRONMENT AND POTENTIAL HAZARDS:

• Shift work including days, nights, weekends and holidays. Work is performed in office, terminal and on airfield. Regular exposure to construction equipment, aircraft engine noise and exhaust (hearing protection required and provided). Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions, deicing chemicals, airborne particles and dirt. Regular local travel, some extended travel.

EQUIPMENT OPERATION REQUIRED:

• Vehicles including automobile, pickup truck, and utility vehicle; electronic decelerometer; two-way radios, mobile and hand held; computers, both desktop and laptop; controls and/or shuts down high voltage lighting circuits during emergencies.

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