Airport Duty Manager

• Manage the daily functions and responsibilities associated with the safe and efficient Airport operations in compliance with operational and regulatory requirements and the Airport Certification Manual (ACM).
• Conduct airfield and airport facility inspections to ensure compliance with FAR Part 139 regulations in addition to local, state and other federal regulations. Records discrepancies found during inspections and arranges for immediate corrective action when warranted.
• Activate Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) when necessary and assume/support incident command to ensure effective management of all incidents or accidents.
• Identify operations, safety, and security concerns by maintaining constant surveillance and radio contact with the FAA Air Traffic Control Tower. Takes initiative to address and follow-through on corrective actions to ensure compliance with FAR Part-139 regulations. 
• Manage and coordinate opening/closing of taxiways or runways with airfield tenants and the FAA control tower to ensure safety of people and aircraft.
• Respond to weather events, irregular operations, and airport emergencies such as an accidents, bomb threats or hazardous spills.
• Develop, implement and enforce various airport programs including but not limited to Airport Driver's training, Wildlife Management, Environment compliance with Hazardous Spills, and Snow and Ice Control.
• Communicate with airline, tenant and airport personnel to resolve problems between airport customers and tenants.
• Act as the primary point of contact for information regarding safety, security, compliance, construction and interactions with airlines, passengers and tenants, and coordinates with senior management as needed.
• Manage Airport’s common use aircraft parking gates to ensure proper scheduling and billing to tenants/users. 

• Have a strong experience and grounding in Airport Operations at a FAR Part 139 certified airport progressively responsible experience; OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the job duties of the position.
• Are experience leading at least one of the following: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airport certification; airport, or airline security program; winter weather: recurring disaster/emergency exercises; or the monitoring and coordination of airport construction and maintenance operations.
• Have a strong working knowledge of FAA FAR Part 139, TSA 1500-series regulations and Advisory Circulars pertaining to airport operations, safety, airfield inspections, NOTAMs, airport design and emergency responses. 
• Are good people leaders and can mentor and coach staff to do their best work.  Are comfortable with using technology in their daily work.
• Can operate in environment requiring emergency response, customer service, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Can work effectively in a team setting and contribute to a work environment that embraces and encourages diversity in its workforce and where differences are valued.
• Can demonstrate behaviors that include fairness, respect, and inclusiveness.
• Certified Member designation with American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), is highly desirable.

• This position is represented by Professional and Technical Employees (PTE), Local 17. This position is a part of a 24- hour operation and requires working any shift including nights, weekends, and holidays. This position may be required to work extended and/or flex scheduled work hours to respond to deadlines and emergent work needs.

• Pass a fingerprint-based criminal history record check (CHRC) as required by TSA. Specifications can be found under Title 49 CFR §1542.209.
• Obtain and maintain a Washington State Driver's License
• Obtain movement area driving privileges, including airfield self-inspection, within 90 days of employment.  Obtain First Aid, CPR, and airfield driver's certifications within 3 months after hire.

Are you ready to APPLY?

The recruitment for this position is open to all candidates. A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter. 

Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Application Process

If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Brittney Marzest, Senior Talent Advisor by e-mail at [email protected]

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