Airport Operations Administrator - Denver International Airport
About The Position
Denver International Airport (DEN) is one of the busiest airports in the world and a major global aviation hub. Airport Operations plays a central role in keeping DEN safe, secure, compliant, prepared, and moving every day. The division supports regulatory compliance and passenger, aircraft, and product movement across the airport through Airside Operations, Terminal Operations, Airport Security, Emergency Management and Communications, Ramp Tower, Operations Administration, and close coordination with airport safety, maintenance, technical operations, airlines, federal partners, public safety agencies, contractors, and tenants. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We celebrate individuality and strive to keep Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) at the center of all that we do. This role performs a variety of specific administrative activities/projects of limited scope specialized, in Airport Operations which requires a thorough foundation in the principles and practices of the Airport Operations to maintain and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Division and provide supportive, interpretive, and advisory information to higher level administrators, managers, and/or other stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field based on a specific position(s).
- Three (3) years’ experience performing full performance professional level duties within a specialized, functional area. (This does not include clerical experience.)
- One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
- must obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) clearance within the probationary period.
- FBI Background Check
- FBI criminal background checks are required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment.
- By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.
- If staffing challenges arise, weather conditions warrant, or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees will be required to work extended hours and/or alternative shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays).
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years administratively supporting a manager or director.
- Experience with process improvement, evaluation of effectiveness and implementation of policies or procedures.
- Experience with budgeting principles and practices sufficient to be able to assume budgetary responsibilities as required.
- Experience with various types of contracts, techniques for contracting or procurement, and contract negotiation and administration.
- Experience with planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production.
- Previous experience organizing and executing events for internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience coordinating, booking, and reconciling travel for a manager or director
Responsibilities
- Conducts studies and/or research projects within the scope of the functional area, prepares comprehensive reports that reflect findings and conclusions, recommends feasible solutions in areas that require attention or change, and implements approved recommendations.
- Implements procedures for evaluating effectiveness of the functional area, ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, and assists in establishing processes and controls to ensure compliance.
- Assists in the development and processing of contracts including participating in drafting RFP for contracts, evaluating proposals, and administering contracts for compliance and expenditures.
- Assists in the development and implementation of the budget and approves expenditures.
- Performs some or all the elements of supervision or lead work including work planning, instruction, and review, handling grievances and disciplinary actions, hiring and dismissing employees, and evaluating employee performance.
- Serves as technical representative for the department.
- Create, edit, and coordinate public presentations.
- Internal and external event management planning and support.
- Organize, manage, and book department travel.
- Organize, manage, and schedule interviews for the department.
- Manage and coordinate new employee onboarding.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental and vision plan effective within 1 month of start date
- Pension Plan (DERP) and Retirement Plan
- Accrue 140 hours of PTO within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program
- EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)
- Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
