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What is the role of a Airport Operations Manager at City of Brainerd?

The Airport Operations Manager position at City of Brainerd is a Full-Time opportunity in the relevant field.

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Brainerd, Minnesota, 56401, United States

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Under the general direction of the Airport Manager, the Operations Manager plans, directs, and inspects the overall Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF), Operations, and Maintenance functions of the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport to assure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations including Federal Aviation Regulations Part 139 and associated Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Regulations.

Plan, develop, and supervise activities of the ARFF/Operations staff in the general operations and maintenance, repair and/or replacement of landside, terminal, and airside infrastructure.
Plan and develop work/staff schedules including evaluating and monitoring project progress and costs, prioritizing, assigning, scheduling, and monitoring status of work orders; prepares estimates, approves purchases, and tracks budgeted expenditures.
Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g., interviewing, selecting, evaluating, supervising, training) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel, and achieving objectives within budget.
Supervises training of ARFF/Operations personnel on appropriate procedures, use of materials and equipment, including training staff on FAA, OSHA, and other safety and hazardous materials regulations.
Inspects Airport facilities to determine maintenance and repair needs.
Manages emergency on-call needs.
Manage construction contracts for new facilities and major alterations and/or modernization of existing facilities, ensuring that the work is performed in accordance with specifications, timelines, and budget.
Provides ARFF/Operations support as required to perform installation, repairs and other operations and maintenance duties.
Complies with federal, state and local laws and regulations, Airport policies and procedures; follows all safety precautions and standards; communicates with staff, airport tenants, airline passengers, aeronautical users, contractors, and other operations and maintenance personnel.
Responds to and resolves problems within scope of authority; refers more complex problems or those beyond scope of authority to supervisor; and informs supervisor on regular basis of problems and concerns.
Maintains current knowledge in the field of airport safety, security, operations, and maintenance.
Performs ARFF coverage, if necessary, in emergencies and because of vacations, sickness, or other absences of ARFF/Operations staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of or ability to learn, follow, and enforce Airport policies and procedures
Knowledge of management practices and principles
Knowledge of general maintenance principles, practices and techniques
Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, regulations and guidelines related to assigned work
Skill in applying general maintenance principles, practices and techniques
Skill in utilizing computer programs, databases and Microsoft Suite
Ability to supervise the work of others and lead a team
Ability to work independently, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail while contributing to team environment
Ability to relate to a diverse population in a professional and helpful manner
Ability to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
Ability to utilize memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important.
Strong organizational, leadership, and management skills

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, airport operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
1-3 years progressively responsible experience in airport operations and maintenance, or equivalent, Part 139 experience highly preferred.
One year of supervisory experience is preferred.
Emergency Medical Technician or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) certification, or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
Class A Driver’s License.

Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle.

Airport Operations Manager in Brainerd, Minnesota at City of Brainerd

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