Airport Operations Specialist-Airfield

Airport Operations Specialist-Airfield (AIR
00002O)

Under the general direction of the Airport Operations Manager-Airfield the Airport Operations Specialist-Airfield is responsible for overseeing airport operations, aviation administration, and facilities management. This role includes monitoring airport facilities, safety programs, security functions, and various operations to ensure effective passenger and public services. The primary focus is to ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, including FAA 14 CFR Part 139, as well as other federal, state, and city regulations.

This position requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays, to meet the demands of our 24/7 operations.

Requires availability for emergency call-in.

SUPERVISES OTHERS: NO

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

COMPENSATION: $33.16 - $36.36/ hr Based On Experience

• Inspects airport facilities, including runways and lighting, to identify necessary repairs, replacements, or improvements.
• Assists in enforcing aircraft parking regulations, monitoring compliance with applicable ordinances, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Issues NOTAMs (Notice to Airmen) when required by airport conditions, ensuring timely communication of important information to stakeholders.
• Performs daily, nightly, periodic, and special airfield inspections to maintain safety and operational efficiency.
• Responds to airfield operational concerns promptly, addressing issues to ensure smooth airport operations.
• Execute and support the implementation of the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan, including the use of both lethal and non-lethal firearms, trapping, dispersal techniques, and accurate documentation of wildlife observations and activities.
• Addresses and resolves issues raised by airport tenants and the public, maintaining a focus on customer service and satisfaction.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary.

• Collaboration: Able to bring people together to leverage their skills, talents, and knowledge to achieve a common purpose;
  Creates synergy, resulting in a combined effort with greater results than those achieved by individuals.
• Self-Management: Manages own time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.
• Goal Orientation: Being persistent and showing perseverance in achieving concrete and tangible results out of personal responsibility; getting optimum results from situations; being ready to take action and showing tenacity in case of obstacles or resistance.
• Dependability: Being trustworthy, punctual, and reliable, consistently fulfilling commitments and responsibilities, and being counted on to deliver quality work on time, demonstrating a consistent and predictable performance level across tasks and situations

• In the event of an emergency or disaster that impacts the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA), an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department or the HCAA Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Such assignments may be before, during, or after the emergency/disaster.
• Complies with all HCAA Policies, Standard Procedures, Rules and Regulations, and Operating Directives.

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Less than one (1) year experience in the Aviation industry

Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Obtain and maintain position-appropriate NIMS & emergency management training

Obtain and maintain Ramp and Movement Area (MAT) driving privileges

Must be able to obtain Movement Area Level I Certification after hire; on-the-job training will be provided to support certification.

Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License

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