Airport Operations Director Regulatory Compliance - CLT

City Of Charlotte • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The City of Charlotte is seeking an Airport Operations Director - Regulatory Compliance for the Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to provide strategic oversight for regulatory compliance across airside and security operations. This critical leadership position ensures adherence to Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 139, TSA 1542, and other aviation safety mandates. The position oversees the contractual partnership with the Charlotte Fire Department to ensure the effective delivery of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) services at the airport. The Director oversees training standardization, operational audits, performance metrics, and readiness testing, working closely with federal agencies including the FAA, TSA, and CBP to uphold the airport's safety and compliance standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and five (5) years.
• Minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Nice To Haves

• ACE or A.A.E. certification preferred.
• Experience leading FAA or TSA audits.
• Familiarity with CBP and international passenger processing programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight for regulatory compliance across airside and security operations.
• Ensure adherence to Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 139, TSA 1542, and other aviation safety mandates.
• Oversee the contractual partnership with the Charlotte Fire Department for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) services.
• Manage training standardization, operational audits, performance metrics, and readiness testing.
• Collaborate with federal agencies including the FAA, TSA, and CBP to maintain safety and compliance standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree