Airport Operations Specialist

City of Provo•Provo, UT

1d•$25 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Provo City is looking for a full-time Airport Operations Specialist to assist in directing airside operations, maintaining Provo’s Airport Operating Certificate, and coordinating airport security, including airport security systems and facilities. Qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in supporting airport services provided to Provo residents are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
1 Year of progressively responsible maintenance and heavy equipment experience.
Department of Homeland Security background check.
A valid, lawful Commercial Driver License (CDL).
Airport Security Coordinator certificate and Airport Inspector and Airport Wildlife Hazard Management on-the-job training completion required within one month of hire.
Must obtain and hold an Airport SIDA Badge.
2 years of related experience at a Part 139 certificated airport OR a Bachelor’s degree in aviation-related field plus 1 year of experience at a Part 139 certificated airport.
FAA-accredited Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) certification during employment.
Must obtain 1 or more of ASOS, ACE, or CM ratings from American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE).
4 years of related experience at a Part 139 certificated airport.
Must obtain CM rating and 1 ACE rating: Airfield Lighting, Airfield Operations, or Airport Security from American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE).
Must complete 1 of the following: CPR & AED, EMR, or EMT.

Responsibilities

Assist with the inspection of airfield to comply with Federal Aviation Regulations including 12 CFR Part 139.
Closely monitor all airfield areas.
Ensure safe and smooth flow of aircraft.
Complete all required paperwork, communication and training to maintain FAA airport certifications.
Respond to inquiries, requests, and complaints.
Ensure TSR 1542 compliance.
Strictly maintain authorized airfield access via ID/media monitoring.
Monitor, inspect, and routinely patrol all airport areas for safety concerns, operation and security issues, and compliance with federal, state and local law, rules, and regulations.
Ensure all airport electrical systems/equipment, radio equipment, landing direction indicators, air traffic control tower, access gates, parking toll booths, baggage belts, ticket counters, boarding gates, and all other airport-owned equipment is fully operational 24/7.
Perform other related duties as required.