President​/Director of Airports

Responsibilities

• Oversees the overall management, operation, development, and administration of MTAA airports.
• Maintains and improves airport facilities and property in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, FAA regulations, sponsor assurances, and Board policies.
• Ensures compliance with FAA programs and regulations, including airport certification, airspace protection, noise compatibility, grant administration, and airport security requirements.
• Oversees compliance with law enforcement and fire department operational standards.
• Coordinates airport development and improvement projects with engineering and development teams.
• Manages airport budgets and financial activities to support efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Advises the Board on strategic goals, objectives, and operational matters.
• Implements Board policies, directives, and organizational priorities.
• Provides reports and updates to the Board as requested.
• Supervises and manages MTAA personnel directly or through department heads.
• Performs additional duties assigned by the Board to support airport operations and organizational success.

A Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is required. MBA or higher advanced degree preferred.

• With eight (8) to ten (10) years of work-related experience in a similar role with the proven ability to make critical decisions and to drive positive operational and financial performance is required OR, any equivalent combination of training and /or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Intermediate computer and word processing skills, in particular Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of airport construction practices with respect to horizontal and vertical construction.
• Knowledge of employment practices and related laws, regulations and standards.
• Ability to provide strategic direction, leadership and vision to MTAA employees.
• Ability to effectively communicate, present information and respond to questions, both verbal and written.
• Ability to organize, multi-task, plan and set priorities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Ability to exercise good judgment with a strong attention to detail.
• Maintains stability and operates effectively during emotional and stressful situations.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of MTAA.
• Demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.

• Regularly required to speak and hear, sit, stand, walk, reach and use hands.
• Ability to read computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Ability to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Ability to travel, as needed. Valid driver’s license is required.

• Professional and deadline-oriented environment, in an office setting.
• Interaction with internal and external customers.