Chicago Department of Aviation- Assistant Commissioner

ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER-43

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION Vehicle Services

Number of Positions: 1

Annual Starting Salary Range: $137,856 to $155,292

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on July 28, 2026

Under direction, this class functions at the managerial level participating in a city department's leadership staff. The class manages a major division or program; has direct responsibility for division or program operations; and works to implement and enhance City infrastructure, services, programs and initiatives across City government; and performs related duties as required

This class title has been designated as a multi-tiered title. Positions allocated to this title code are assigned to Tier 3 City departments and have been designated as such on the Senior Manager Salary Plan.

• Plans and directs the activities of Vehicle Services at O'Hare Airport.
• Plans and coordinates asset acquisitions for the department.
• Tracks asset maintenance for the department.
• Oversees and coordinates the work of area supervisors to ensure conformance to established schedules, governmental regulations and department policies.
• Reviews and evaluates the work performance of supervisory personnel, recommending disciplinary action when needed
• Coordinates and participates in human resources activities (e.g., interviewing, employee relations).
• Directs and monitors training programs for subordinate staff to ensure adherence with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and department work requirements.
• Deal with personnel issues and ensures compliance with department SOPs and union contracts.
• Establishes and maintains operational budgets for assigned areas.
• Develops and implements procedures to track budget expenditures and prepares financial reports.
• Reviews work summaries submitted by supervisory staff and generates comprehensive activity reports.
• Represents the department at meetings with federal, state, and local agencies
• Serves as liaison with airport tenants and concessionaires and responds to inquiries regarding the status of repair and maintenance issues
• Functions as the head of an operational division or section within a department accountable for the management of the organization's work operations, direction and oversight of staff, and control of budgetary and administrative functions
• Manages functions including budget preparations and grant funding, human resources, labor relations, finance and accounting, contracts administration and purchasing, accounts payable and inventory management, computer support, and office management activities

NOTE:

The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class.

Location:

10000 W. Montrose Ave, Chicago IL 60666

Days:
Monday - Friday

Hours:

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM CAREER SERVICE

• Nine (9) years of experience related to the responsibilities of the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's degree in a field related to the duties performed, including seven (7) years of work experience related to the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a field related to the duties performed, including five (5) years of work experience related to the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or higher in a field related to the duties performed, including four (4) years of work experience related to the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position

NOTE:

The candidate(s) selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).

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