Airport Manager I

San Bernardino County•Apple Valley, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Airports is recruiting for an Airport Manager I to oversee the direction and administration of the day-to-day operations of the Apple Valley Airport and assist with other desert airports. The incumbent will maintain frequent contact with the administration of the Department of Airports, airport personnel, FAA, and other County, State and Federal agency representatives, as well as airport tenants, concessionaires, and the general public for the purpose of managing operations of assigned airports. The Airport Manager reports to the Assistant Director of Airports. For a detailed description of duties, refer to the Airport Manager I job description. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT San Bernardino County is the largest county in the continental United States at approximately 20,000 square miles. The County owns six (6) general aviation airports, which are located throughout the County and operated by the Department of Airports. The largest of these airports is the Chino Airport (CNO), which is located in the western area of the County and serves as a reliever airport to Ontario International Airport (ONT) and is home to a large number of World War II era aircraft. The Apple Valley Airport (APV) is located in the high desert and is home to a significant number of sport aircraft. Barstow/Daggett Airport (DAG) is ideally located to provide support to the Fort Irwin National Training Center and is home to a significant military helicopter support facility. The Baker Airport (o02) is located adjacent to Interstate 15 and is utilized by public safety agencies. The Twentynine Palms Airport (TNP) is located in close proximity to the Twentynine Palms Air Ground Combat Center, and the Needles Airport (EED) is located adjacent to the Colorado River and provides service to the eastern portion of the County. For more information, visit https://airports.sbcounty.gov/

Requirements

Sixty (60) semester (90 quarter) units of completed college coursework from an accredited college or university in Airport Management, Business/Public Administration, Organizational Management, Project Management, Logistics, or a closely related field.
One (1) year working in a supervisory or management capacity performing duties which include experience in at least two (2) of the following areas: Project Management, Federal Aviation Administration, Grant/ACIP Program Management, Operational Services, Negotiating and/or Preparing Real Property Transactions/Agreements, Tenant/Property Management, Community Relations , Construction Management, Facilities Management, or Airport Operations.
Experience must include full-scope supervision, and be fully detailed on the application.
Must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, work history verification, as well as a job-related physical exam and drug screening.
Must obtain the Certified Member (C.M.) designation from the American Association of Airport Executives within one year of hire.
Must be willing to work at any of the airport locations including Apple Valley, Chino, Barstow/Daggett, Baker, Twentynine Palms and Needles.
Must produce and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance.
Must be able to respond to the airport within 45 minutes in the event of an emergency.
Must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of financing, marketing, and redevelopment principles, as they relate to airports.
Enthusiasm, interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate staff.
Accreditation from the American Association of Airport Executives (AAE) or other equally recognized institution.
Knowledge and understanding of applicable airport safety guidelines, including Federal Aviation Regulation Part 139.
Knowledge and understanding of applicable airport security guidelines, including Transportation Security Administration Part 1542.
Understanding of the unique operating environment of a general aviation airport.

Responsibilities

Oversee the direction and administration of the day-to-day operations of the Apple Valley Airport and assist with other desert airports.
Maintain frequent contact with the administration of the Department of Airports, airport personnel, FAA, and other County, State and Federal agency representatives, as well as airport tenants, concessionaires, and the general public for the purpose of managing operations of assigned airports.