Airport Operations Specialist

Responsibilities

• Monitor airport communication systems and respond promptly to emergency situations, collecting and analyzing relevant data and communicating it to management.
• Inspect airfield and surrounding areas for compliance with FAA rules and airport policies, including assessing runway conditions, monitoring weather conditions, and measuring runway temperatures.
• Respond to and resolve tenant concerns, conflicts, complaints, and requests, or appropriately escalate them to the relevant personnel or agency.
• Document airfield conditions and provide advisory support to management regarding potential problems and public‑relations issues.
• Monitor wildlife activity for potential conflicts with airfield activities and take appropriate actions for wildlife disposal.
• Notify management to resolve more complex emergencies and incidents as needed.
• Escort contractors and other personnel without access to the airport communication system on the airfield.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in airport operations, aviation, or related fields (preferred).
• Ability to perform mid‑level data analysis, deduce conclusions, assess situations, and develop alternatives.
• Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and interpretation of policies and procedures to co‑workers, tenants, contractors, TSTC employees, and the public.
• Proficiency in operating equipment, machinery, and tools such as a two‑way radio, motor vehicle, computer terminal, calculator, and other materials used in essential functions.
• Proficiency in understanding and utilizing advisory data and information related to airport operations and regulations.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Skill in applying principles of rational systems, interpreting instructions, and exercising independent judgment to meet assigned objectives.
• Ability to evaluate information against measurable criteria and make decisions in various situations.

• Willingness to work under adverse weather conditions, noise, and traffic hazards.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds and perform tasks such as stooping and climbing stairs.
• Normal sensory capabilities required.

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal‑opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.