Airport Duty Manager

Port of Seattle•SeaTac, WA

About The Position

As an Airport Duty Manager, you will be the primary point of contact for information and direction regarding safety, security, emergencies, compliance, construction, airline, passenger, tenants, and the surrounding public. You will ensure safety, security, and continuity in the operations of the airport. You will inspect the terminal areas for deficiencies, cleanliness, safe movement and monitor security checkpoints and international arrivals for passenger efficiency. You will inspect airfield and bagwell area for discrepancies, safety issues and make the appropriate corrections to conditions. You will enforce violations of Port of Seattle Rules and Regulations by issuing citations and educating offenders. You will apprise senior management of situations and conditions impacting the normal operations of the airport. You will respond to all airport emergencies and act as the airport operations primary representative, as directed, in the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) and within NIMS. You will participate on the Operations snow team and be on-call during airport emergencies. You will participate on or lead special projects or program committees, such as weather, safety team, queue management, budget, emergency management, and environmental coordination. You will lead, direct, and support employees during shifts when direct supervisors or managers are not present in order to make high-level decisions.

Requirements

Experienced – You have three (3) years of experience in aviation/flight operations and/or safety management.
Licenses/Certifications – You can obtain a Washington State Concealed Pistol License within 60 days and complete the American Association of Airport Executive (AAAE) Certified Member (CM) program within two years of hire date.
Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
Leadership - You're able to critically evaluate risk, make sound decisions and provide logical options and provide clear direction.
Compliance – You must have the knowledge and experience to provide oversite with FAR 139, CFR Part 77 and TSA Part 1542 regulations.
Communication – You possess excellent communications skills, both written and oral (in person, phone & radio) as well as particularly skilled in working with diverse populations.
Judgment – You have excellent judgment and can react quickly and calmly in stressful and hazardous situations.

Nice To Haves

Desired – We hope you have five (5) years of experience in aviation or airport management and/or you are AAAE as an Airport Certified Member or are an Accredited Airport Executive.

Responsibilities

Be the primary point of contact for information and direction regarding safety, security, emergencies, compliance, construction, airline, passenger, tenants, and the surrounding public.
Ensure safety, security, and continuity in the operations of the airport.
Inspect the terminal areas for deficiencies, cleanliness, safe movement and monitor security checkpoints and international arrivals for passenger efficiency.
Inspect airfield and bagwell area for discrepancies, safety issues and make the appropriate corrections to conditions.
Enforce violations of Port of Seattle Rules and Regulations by issuing citations and educating offenders.
Apprise senior management of situations and conditions impacting the normal operations of the airport.
Respond to all airport emergencies and act as the airport operations primary representative, as directed, in the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) and within NIMS.
Participate on the Operations snow team and be on-call during airport emergencies.
Participate on or lead special projects or program committees, such as weather, safety team, queue management, budget, emergency management, and environmental coordination.
Lead, direct, and support employees during shifts when direct supervisors or managers are not present in order to make high-level decisions.