Airport Operations Officer

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The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), at the Anchorage International Airport, is looking for an Airport Operations Officer to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

The Airport Operations Officer works closely with airport sections, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), tenants, airlines, contractors and the public. The incumbent is expected to analyze and solve a variety of issues and is responsible for coordinating and ensuring the safety of commercial and general aviation for landside, terminal, and airside activities. Operation Officers must be prepared to take any and all actions required by policy and directives to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, the airport certification manual and current aviation security regulations.

The unit mission is to Operate, Develop, and Maintain Anchorage International Airport. This position contributes directly to the safe and efficient operation of the airport by identifying hazards to aviation and effectively mitigating risks to a safe level. Ensuring conformance with FAA regulations is a core task of this job, which not only helps keep the traveling public safe, but also ensures federal grants in the sum of tens of millions of dollars per year continue to flow to the airport.

These federal dollars are key to the continued development and maintenance of the airport infrastructure. During emergency or irregular operations, this position is critical to the control of the situation and ensuring that operations return to normal as soon as conditions allow.

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields.

With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan.

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The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public.

This position is located at the Anchorage International Airport.

Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes.

This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Incident Management:
  Knowledge of the tactics, technologies, principles, and processes to protect, analyze, prioritize, and handle incidents.
• Integrity:
  Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization;…