Airport Operations Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

CLASS SUMMARY
Under direct supervision of the Airport Operations management team, this position is responsible for maintaining constant awareness of changing conditions, activities, and requirements affecting airport operations. Maximizes safety and security with minimal disruption to airport operations. This includes implementing tactical pre-planned incident management processes to ensure effective resolution for small to large scale incidents. Works rotating shifts in a 24x7 operation including nights, weekends, and holidays and is subject to emergency re-call as part of routine duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Monitors daily airport operations. Responds to and documents emergency, critical, or other events occurring at CVG.
• Acts as incident commander (IC) during defined incident response/contingency plans. Participates in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) processes as assigned.
• Continually monitors changing conditions affecting airport operations and follows pre-planned incident management processes as required to minimize impacts.
• Provides logistical support to other CVG AA Departments.
• Ensures proper use of CVG AA’s Notification Systems and sends notifications as required.
• Ensures daily briefings and operational shift reports are conducted, accurate, and submitted daily.
• Oversees required daily inspections and documents/triages discrepancies and non-complying conditions concerning Part 139, Part 1542, and Storm Water Pollution Protection (SWPP).
• Assists in the preparation and completion of the annual FAA Safety Certification Inspection.
• Provides snow team coverage and participates in CVG’s Snow and Ice Control Plan as directed.
• Coordinates all airport operational activities within airfield, terminal, and landside environments.
• Reviews and adheres to plans and procedures (SOPs) and communicates these to the airlines, tenants, and other key stakeholders.
• Coordinates special events, VIPs, and charter operations as directed.
• Serves as a member of KCAB’s Covered Entity and is responsible for complying with the privacy and security requirements of PHI under HIPPA.
• Ensures the Department has proper shift coverage and provides shift coverage as required.
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervises, delegates, and trains department employees during shift, ensuring all activities are performed accurately and efficiently. Provides ongoing support and coaching.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum Years of Direct Experience: 4 Airport operations or aviation related experience related to operating procedures on the airfield, communication, and safety.
Minimum Years of Supervisory Experience: 2
Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the
essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS
Required
• Maintain Security Identification Display Area Clearance (SIDA)
• Valid Drivers License
• Obtain and maintain position appropriate NIMS & emergency training
• ASOS Basic and Advanced

Additional Security Levels Required Ability to obtain and maintain position appropriate Federal security clearance
Airfield Driving This position requires driving on the airfield and airfield ramps.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE OF
• Airport safety and security regulations and ability to apply them to conduct safety and security inspections and investigations.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airport certification, airport or airline security program, recurring airport or airline disaster, emergency exercises, and the monitoring and coordination of airport construction and maintenance operations.
• Airport operations, to include navigational and unusual airport operating characteristics.
• Operational techniques with the ability to analyze data and information and make reports to management team.
• Airport operations, policies and procedures.
• Reading and interpreting pre-construction plans.
• Applicable federal, state, and local requirements regarding airport operations (TSA, FAA, and others).
• Storm Water Pollution Protection (SWPP) Program.
• Incident Command System (ICS)

DEMONSTRATED SKILL IN
• The ability to motivate and inspire team members.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve operational issues.
• Acting decisively under high-pressure situations.
• Clearly and effectively communicating in an emergency situation.
• Using a computer and modern office suite software, with emphasis on security access control systems and weather monitoring systems.
• Maintaining high standards of quality in all aspects of the operation.
• Maintaining collaborative and respectful relationships with internal and external colleagues, peers, work teams and workgroups.

BENEFITS

• 100% Employer Paid Health & Wellness Center
• Comprehensive Insurance Options: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, including a $0 premium medical plan option and no spousal surcharge
• CVG CARES: $2,500 employer paid childcare subsidy
• Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Plans: Employer and employee contributions to KY Public Pension Authority retirement plan
• KY Deferred Comp Plans: 401(k) and 457 options
• Generous Paid Time Off: Including 10 holidays a year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Wellness Program: Earn financial incentives and paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Programs
• Performance Reward Program (potential to earn up to $1500.00 annually)
• Onsite Fitness Facilities

Don’t meet every requirement?

If you are excited to make a positive impact for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for CVG Airport Authority, whether it be this role or another.

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