Airport Operations Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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Position Description THE POSITION RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICANTS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. The City of Fresno is currently recruiting for a dynamic Airports Operations Supervisor.

Under supervision from the Airports Operations Manager, incumbents perform advanced and complex duties related to Airport operations management, inspections and compliance; plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the work of assigned staff; maintains department compliance and monitors and interpret a variety of federal, state and local airport regulations for updates, policy changes and new regulations. Monitors and inspects the airfield, terminal, perimeter, grounds and personnel to ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and Airport rules and regulations, and reports deficient conditions for correction. There is currently one vacancy in the Airport/Operations Department located at the Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT).

Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months. THE REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination.

TO QUALIFY, an applicant must have: - Possession of a bachelor' s degree from an accredited college or university in Aviation Management, Aviation Science, Airport Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, or closely related field; AND - Two (2) years of experience in airports operations at an FAA Part 139 certificated airport, which included Part 139 program management, compliance and facility inspections. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. A copy of degree or college transcripts must be uploaded and included in your on-line application for verification of meeting the educational requirement.

Applicants lacking the documentation may be rejected. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Prior to appointment, positions in Airports require successful completion of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 10-year employment history verification, which includes a criminal history records check. Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License is required within sixty (60) days of appointment.

SELECTION PROCESS The examination process may consist of the following: Application review - Qualifying Only: Applications which meet the minimum qualifications will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to the Oral Examination. Selection of the most qualified candidates will be based upon those applications demonstrating the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for evaluation.

Oral Exam 100%: A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related oral examination to evaluate a candidate's training experience and personal traits for the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score in their oral examination to achieve placement on the eligibility list. The oral examination date is week of 6/15/2026.

VETERAN PREFERENCE REGULATIONS Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested.

Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. How To Apply For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S

Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application. For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for.

Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications. For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950.

Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.