BuzzClan · 1 month ago
Director of Airport Operations
BuzzClan is seeking a Director of Airport Operations to oversee the operations at Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, managing departmental budgets, and supervising airport operations personnel.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Maintain the Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport Certification Manual (ACM) in accordance with FAR Part 139 and applicable FAA Advisory Circulars
Establish Motor Vehicle Rule and Regulations to comply with FAR 139 requirements and local airport safety and security concerns
Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal wildlife permits
Oversee and assist in the development of annual departmental budgets
Approve department spending in accordance with Rhode Island State procurements rules and regulations
Assist in the establishment of and ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures
Coordinate operations activity with the stakeholders (TSA, FAA, Airline and tenant Station Managers, and local agencies associated with airport operations)
Ability and willingness to respond to emergency situations and events during non-business hours, as necessary
Ensure success in inspections by regulatory agencies
Ensures regulatory compliance through regular review, update, and adherence to various documents and manuals, including but not limited to: Airport Certification Manual (ACM), Airport Emergency Plan (AEP), Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP), Spill Prevention and Counter Control Procedures (SPCC), Wildlife Hazard Management Plan (WHMP), FAA-Form 5010, and Snow and Ice Control Plan (SICP)
Must possess strong oral and written communication skills
Perform other related duties as assigned
Approve personal, vacation, and sick time for all departmental employees
Supervise Airport Operations personnel in the performance of their duties
Assist in the hiring, training, and disciplinary action, up to and including termination, of all departmental employees
Qualification
Required
A thorough working knowledge and experience in Commercial airport operations, and/or Airport Authority organizations, operations, policies, and procedures
Principles and practices of public administration
Federal regulations, guidelines and directives and grant assurances pertaining to the operations, maintenance, development, and expansion of a commercial service airport emphasizing FAR part 139, and TITLE 49 CFR 1542
Winter operations snow and ice control programs under FAR part 139/TSR 1542
Part 77 Obstruction to Navigation
FAA form 7460, 7460-1 Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration
Storm Water Management; Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan
Best practices related to airport operations, safety, and emergency management
TSA and FAA regulations; airport security compliance
Airside and landside snow removal processes and procedures
Wildlife mitigation compliance
Safety Management System (SMS) policies, procedures, and practices
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain as a condition of employment
Must be able to obtain and maintain required TSA security clearances as a condition of employment
A four (4) year degree in Aviation or Business Management
Minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience in airport operations at a small/medium/large hub FAR Part 139 certified airport
Preferred
Experience supervising Union employees preferred