Airport Maintenance Senior Division Manager (Infrastructure)

City of Austin

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited direction, this position directs, plans, and coordinates the work activities of multiple maintenance-related functional areas of the Department of Aviation. This position provides senior-level leadership for the unified Asset Management, Procurement, and Supply Chain Reliability model for AUS's Large Hub operations. Serving as the central authority for integrating asset reliability, strategic procurement, and materials management, the role ensures end-to-end accountability for asset lifecycle performance. Primary duties include leading Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) modernization for predictive maintenance, overseeing high-value aviation procurement compliant with federal standards, and evolving inventory programs to ensure operational resilience for mission-critical infrastructure.

Requirements

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public or Business Administration, Business or Aviation Management, or a related field, plus six (6) years of relevant work experience, including two (2) years of experience which were in a managerial/supervisory capacity.
Any combination of education and/or work experience will substitute for the minimum qualifications.
Valid State of Texas Class “C” Driver License.
Knowledge of modern management principles and practices.
Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal rules and regulations pertaining to assigned divisions.
Knowledge of contract administration and budgeting methods and systems.
Knowledge and understanding of the concepts of equity, including experience in applying equity frameworks to established laws, ordinances, and long-standing practices.
Skill in developing and implementing long- and short-range plans, goals, and objectives.
Skill in executing results-oriented business plans and preparing budgets.
Skill in developing and implementing business processes.
Skill in coordinating various functions and processes.
Skill in managing the activities of personnel engaged in assigned functions.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the department; tenants; business managers; other City departments; and county, City, State, and Federal agencies.
Ability to oversee multiple maintenance functions simultaneously.
Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all dealings and in maintaining confidentiality.
Ability to use an equity lens and framework to create inclusive, diverse, and safe workplaces and community programs.
Ability to manage diversity, understand inclusion, and work with diverse communities or populations to build constructive and effective relationships.

Nice To Haves

Asset Management Frameworks: Experience applying ISO 55000 or equivalent standards to complex, 24/7 airport infrastructure.
Reliability Assessment: Expertise in Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to optimize system uptime.
EAM/CMMS Mastery: Proficiency in IBM Maximo or similar systems to drive data-informed replacement and predictive maintenance strategies.
Aviation Procurement Compliance: Knowledge of FAA Grant Assurances and regulatory requirements for specialized airport technical systems.
Strategic Contract Governance: Skill in developing KPIs and SLAs for large-scale professional service and construction contracts.
Supply Chain Resilience: Experience evolving warehouse operations into a strategic Materials Management program focused on supply chain stability.
Inventory Optimization: Mastery of demand planning and lifecycle management aligned with predictive maintenance and escalating operational needs.
Technological Integration: Familiarity with incorporating tools like IoT sensors, GIS, or BIM into asset tracking and infrastructure workflows.
Advanced Credentials: Possession of a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, industry-recognized certifications (e.g., CMRP, CPSM), or a Master’s Degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Directs and oversees the implementation and performance management of various functions, processes, performance enhancements, short- and long-range business plans/goals/objectives, etc. for multiple maintenance division/areas.
Oversees and manages managerial level personnel who are responsible for ensuring maintenance divisions/areas operate efficient and effectively.
Develops, directs, evaluates, improves, and promotes the Business Plan for the division.
Oversees and manages divisional involvement in capital improvement project deliverables.
Collaborates and participates in the strategic planning process for the department.
Organizes, coordinates, and implements crisis management response plans and operations with various agencies.
Develops, manages, and monitors operating budgets for multiple maintenance divisions/areas.
Performs contract management, negotiation, and procurement duties and responsibilities, i.e., approval/denial of recommendations for purchases, monitoring of purchases, etc.
Liaisons with an array of City departments, consultants, contractors, business managers, and governmental agencies.
Conducts presentations to advisory boards, County/State/Federal officials, vendors, contractors, and the general public.
Ensures compliance with governmental regulations, ordinances, directives, etc.
Exhibits exceptional customer service, establishes and maintains working relationships, and utilizes analytical and problem-solving techniques and skills.
Performs administrative tasks, communicates both verbally and in writing, and researches data/information, etc.
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities, including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, coaching, and recommendation for dismissal.