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Broward County's Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is in the heart of Greater Fort Lauderdale's Gold Coast. This strategic location provides a catchment area of more than six million people. A considerable portion of the population is affluent and leads the state in travel expenditures.

The Aviation Department, FLL's operator, is a self-supporting agency of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners that does not rely on local tax dollars for operations and capital improvements.

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the Airport generated $37.5 billion in economic activity annually for the local economy and nearly 18,000 direct local jobs. There are 633 full-time employees at FLL and North Perry Airport, and the FLL Operational Budget (FY26) is $427.7 million.

In 2025, the Airport served 32.2 million passengers. FLL has been recognized by Airports Council International, a prominent authority in the aviation industry, as the fastest-growing large hub airport in the U.S. in recent years.

In March 2026, FLL had an average of more than 399 departures a day. FLL offers non-stop service to 103 U.S. cities and global connectivity to 44 international destinations in 22 countries.

Located on Florida's southeastern coast between Miami and Palm Beach, Broward County is home to nearly two million residents across 31 municipalities. As one of Florida's largest and most diverse counties, it offers an exceptional quality of life with beautiful Atlantic beaches, vibrant cultural attractions, expansive parks, and a thriving business environment. At its center is Fort Lauderdale, the county seat and largest city, known worldwide for its scenic waterways and designation as the "Venice of America."

For outdoor enthusiasts and beach lovers, Broward County has twenty-three miles of shoreline. The beauty of a Florida day is rivaled only by it's sunrises. Watch the colors unfold from the end of the pier or from your perch atop our famous wave wall. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the coastline from Hallandale Beach in the south to Deerfield Beach in the north. There is something for everyone, with each of the eight beach towns offering its own unique charm.

For a perfect day off, start your morning at a Haitian bakery, then head to the beach for some early rays. Whether you prefer the relative solitude of Dania Beach and Hollywood or the great people-watching on Fort Lauderdale Beach, there's a stretch of sand waiting just for you. Between April and October, stop by the stalls at the green market in Pompano Beach for gorgeous produce and artisan goods. Open-air shopping and dining options are plentiful year-round, too. The Promenade at Coconut Creek boasts dozens of brand-name stores, plus restaurants and boutiques.

Is it time to get out of the sun for a bit? Why not try your luck at the slots or the tables? If casinos aren't your thing, the large antique mall in Cooper City is sure to impress. Kids and the young at heart can cool off with glow-in-the-dark mini-golf in Coral Springs or Miramar. And animal lovers always make new friends at the nature center in Coral Springs.

Wilton Manors is proud to be a favorite destination for LGBT+ travelers, with hundreds of gay-owned and operated hotels, restaurants, clubs, and more.

Arts & Entertainment: Plunge into a culture as deep as the ocean that frames us; a culture characterized by The Seminole Tribe and Broadway shows, tasty jazz and art festivals. And like the horizon here, the list goes on and on and on.

Be sure to check out the concert schedules at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in the downtown Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, and the FLA Live Arena in Sunrise, home to the Florida Panthers NHL hockey team.

If you're looking to add creativity to the mix, a walk through The Downtown Hollywood Mural Project is a must, featuring 20+ curated outdoor contemporary art murals by internationally recognized artists. For film lovers, the newly unique Savor Cinema Theater features independent films from around the world, not to mention you will notice film crews quite often in Hollywood.

Parks and Nature: Broward County is the gateway to the Everglades, where wild beauty makes up almost two-thirds of the destination's total area.

Take an airboat ride and witness exotic flora, fauna, and wildlife from alligators to Florida panthers.

The Everglades are also home to the Seminole Tribe, who invite visitors to learn about their proud, ancient culture.

Butterfly World features the largest butterfly aviary in North America, as well as a captivating insectarium and a "buzz-worthy" hummingbird environment. Flamingo Gardens & Wray Botanical Collection offers sixty acres of diverse native plants and trees, a Bird of Prey Center with a free-flight aviary, and the chance to view alligators, flamingos, bobcats, and Florida panthers. At Anne Kolb Nature Center in Hollywood, kayak through narrow canals where mangrove trees create a tangled canopy.

Other adventures include a day at Mizell-Johnson State Park in Dania Beach. The park offers fishing, canoeing, and other boating, as well as one of the area's most important turtle nesting beaches. Or explore Everglades Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale, where the family can enjoy airboat rides and gator shows, or rent a boat and do some fishing. Did you know that Greater Fort Lauderdale has 69 miles of natural coral reef just offshore? Snorkel or scuba dive for an up-close-and-personal look at the amazing underwater world.

Each of the 31 cities and towns is unique, offering its own brand of diversity, vibrant culture, and sense of community. From the breathtaking coastline of the Atlantic Ocean to the expansive Florida Everglades, these cities, each in their own way, make Broward County the best place to live, work, and play.

• Identify and capitalize on short- and long-term commercial management/revenue generation opportunities.
• Provide day-to-day leadership/coaching and work with finance and business staff to ensure high performance and results.
• Improve and maintain inter-departmental communication, collaboration, and teamwork.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, finance, accounting, or a closely related field.

Requires six (6) years of executive-level supervisory experience leading large, complex airport projects in areas of assignment, which may include business, financial/lease management, or budget activities, for a medium- or large-hub airport.

Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Public Administration, Economics, Aviation, or a related field preferred.

CPA License or other equivalent license desired.

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Salary is dependent on qualifications and will be based upon the knowledge and experience of the individual selected. The annual salary range for this position is $155,771.76 - $248,612.45. The State of Florida does not have a state income tax. Broward County has a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

The Broward County Aviation Department is an equal-opportunity employer.