- Salary
- $162k – $197k/yr
- Location
- Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Director
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Under the general direction of the Director of Roads and Airports, to manage Aviation Operations. Aviation Operations is responsible for the operation and administration of County airports.
Experience Note: A candidate would normally have graduated from an accredited college or university with a major in business or public administration or a closely related field and five years of responsible administrative experience, two years of which must have been in airport management and operations.
Accreditation by the American Association of Airport Executives is highly desirable.
The Director of County Airports oversees the operation and administration of the Reid Hillview Airport in San Jose and the San Martin Airport in South Santa Clara County. Key responsibilities include managing all aspects of airport operations including supervision and leadership of staff, developing and implementing operating policies and procedures, negotiating and executing contracts, leases, agreements, permits, and ensuring adherence to State and Federal requirements for safe and efficient airport operations. This position is responsible for the development of the Airport Capital Improvement program, Airport Layout Plan changes and master planning.
- Formulates and implements airport operating policies and procedures including contracts, leases, agreements, permits and other regulations;
- Interprets and enforces policies and rules;
- Plans for and makes recommendations on current and future facility and service needs;
- Directs the development and maintenance of the annual budget and other operational records and reports;
- Coordinates airport programs with local, state, federal and private agencies and other County departments;
- Responds to citizen complaints and inquires;
- Represents the Department in the community and with other agencies;
- Evaluates and makes recommendations on capital projects;
- Directs and evaluates the work of subordinate personnel;
- Reviews and makes recommendations on legislation affecting airports and aviation activities;
- Performs other related work as required.
Experience Note: A candidate would normally have graduated from an accredited college or university with a major in business or public administration or a closely related field and five years of responsible administrative experience, two years of which must have been in airport management and operations.
Accreditation by the American Association of Airport Executives is highly desirable.
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of public administration, business management, and budgeting;
- Airport service and facility management and maintenance;
- Federal Aviation Agency rules and regulations pertaining to airport operations;
- Human relation skills.
- Plan and develop current and long term airport programs;
- Prepare, recommend and negotiate contracts, leases, and usage fees;
- Plan, direct, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate employees;
- Prepare and present effective oral and written reports;
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with airport users, the public, governmental agencies and County departments.
Skills
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