540 - Airport Director

City of Brownsville • Brownsville, TX

4d • $139,000 - $198,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the class is to manage and maintain the Brownsville Airport and to direct all airport functions. The class is responsible for developing airport policies, negotiating with airline companies, and establishing the airport budget. The class researches and formulates long-range goals for the organization; and develops policy and position papers for city management and/ or elected officials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Airport Management, Political Science, Business, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Requires a minimum of five years of work-related experience and two years of management experience at a FAA Part 139 airport.
• Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) Certification from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
• Federal Aviation Administration Private Pilot License, Airplane Single Engine Land and Instrument Rating required.
• Current, valid Texas Class C driver's license, or possess the ability to obtain a TXDL as required by State Law.
• Knowledge of TSA regulations, 49 CFR 1542, and FAA AIP grant process.
• Knowledgeable of emergency procedures required for aircraft accidents/incidents.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Commercial License, with Multi-engine rating preferred.
• American Association of Airport Executives Certified member (CM) preferred or be able to obtain within 2 years of obtaining employment with the City of Brownsville, TX. - Department of Aviation.

Responsibilities

• Develops policies and procedures regarding revenue development, lease agreements, and airport functions.
• Prepares annual operating and capital improvement budget for presentation to the City Manager and ensures that airport operations are accomplished within budgetary limitations.
• Determines and recommends improvements, rehabilitation projects and necessary expansion to existing facilities.
• Develops funding sources, implementation plans, and strategies for airfield construction, equipment acquisitions, and expansion projects.
• Directs, coordinates and supervises the operation, maintenance and security of the Brownsville Airport grounds and improvements in accordance with the policies and directives of the City, State, Federal Aviation Administration and TSA.
• Assists in the negotiations with airline companies to set rates and charges and oversees the enforcement of leases and agreements such as the lease of property for farm purposes, the lease of aircraft hangars, the lease of property to the airport related businesses, and industrial park leases and acquisitions.
• Directs and participates in the rehabilitation and upgrade of airport property in preparation for new tenants and existing tenants.
• Responsible for training and supervising Airport Maintenance personnel in the maintenance and operations of the airport structures, equipment, and systems.
• Recommends the establishment of fees and related charges associated with airport operations.
• Monitors air carriers servicing the Brownsville Airport to insure proper, safe, and reliable air transportation.
• Performs necessary research for the preparation of grant proposals and funding requests; writes proposal applications; and administers the implementation of projects.
• Monitors and oversees Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) participation in federally funded projects.
• Prepares requests for engineering proposals and contracted projects; administers the implementation of improvement projects related to the airport.
• Prepares letters, memos, reports, and studies as required for the proper administration of airport operations.
• Serves as staff liaison for the Brownsville Airport Advisory Board.
• Makes presentations to various groups to inform the public of airport goals and operations.
• Implements and provides security measures for the airport.
• Cooperates with Customs and Drug Enforcement officials assisting in the monitoring of aircraft movements.
• Works closely with FAA Flight Service and RAPCON on issues related to air traffic and airport conditions.
• Ensures the enforcement of City Code, rules and regulations regarding operations at the airport.
• Performs related tasks as necessary.

Benefits

• Robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families.
• Vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife.
• Access to care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan.
• Pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.
• Deferred compensation plans through Equitable.
• Supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life.
• Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
• Parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees.
• Longevity pay.
• 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually.
• 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays.
• Flexible scheduling options starting in fiscal year 2025.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager