Advanced Specialist II - Airport Noise/Operations Management at City of Fort Lauderdale – Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• Oversee the daily activities of the Noise Compatibility Program and address daily noise concerns.
• Analyzes monthly noise data and prepares monthly and annual reports.
• Recommends the purchase of the most cost-efficient new noise equipment.
• Utilizes two-way radio communication with Air Traffic Control while performing airside duties.
• Performs daily FAA compliance inspections; performs routine inspections of airport runways, taxiways, airport grounds, perimeter fences, gates, and related equipment for compliance with federal, state, and general aviation airport rules and regulations.
• Inspects runways and taxiways for adequate surface conditions, lighting, markings, and proper signage to ensure compliance with FAA regulations.
• Monitors and evaluates the daily activities of airside and landside operations and maintenance.
• Makes presentations to the Aviation Advisory Board and community groups regarding Airport operations and noise-related concerns.
• At the direction of a supervisor, identifies problems or factors inhibiting the effective accomplishment of departmental or city-wide goals and objectives.
• Supports administrative activities and may be assigned to direct various phases of departmental administrative operations.
• Assist in planning and coordinating meetings, conferences and events.
• Collects and analyzes data; prepares a variety of written documents and correspondence including study plans, special and regular reports, systems and organizational analyses, workflow charts, etc.
• Makes presentations utilizing charts, slides and other visual support devices.
• May coordinate or participate in the development and implementation of specific projects and programs.
• May prepare meeting agendas and supporting material, may recommend subject matter and coordinate guest speakers.
• May participate in the formulation, preparation and control of the departmental budget through the following: analyzes and reviews financial data in order to develop budget projections; consults with departmental officials regarding funding requests, organizational changes, expenditure levels, budget justifications and narratives; suggests cost-cutting alternatives; advises departmental personnel on budget problems, processes and procedures.
• May conduct fact-finding interviews, observes operations, consults with and explains to management recommendations made for changes in work operations and other key actions proposed.
• May represent the supervisor at conferences and meetings, including contact with outside agencies.
• May maintain Department/Division website.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Airport special events.
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related field.
2. Three (3) or more years of paid, full-time work experience in airport operations involving one or more of the following: The analysis, planning and development of programs, policies, operations, methods and/or procedures; the evaluation of program and operation effectiveness; the development of revised administrative practices in order to meet program, policy, organizational or legislative change, to expedite work, to effect economies of time, money, personnel and equipment, or to otherwise assist in the solution of administrative and management problems.
3. Additional qualifying work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
4. Must possess or be able to obtain a Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
5. If claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach a copy of the DD214 Member 4 form (or other supporting claim documents) to your on-line application.

1. Prior Noise Abatement / Noise Monitoring and Management experience at an airport.
2. Airport Operations experience.
3. Intermediate or higher level of proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
4. Experienced in Data Reporting analytics.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.

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The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.