Chicago Dept. of Aviation- Airport Operations Supervisor

Airport Minority Advisory Council•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, inspects airfield and airside facilities for overall operational safety, ensuring compliance with operational safety and security standards relating to airport operations under 14 CFR Part 139 administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Two (2) years of airfield operations work experience, OR
Four (4) years of work experience in the aviation industry, OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a directly related field, plus one (1) year of airfield operations work experience, or three (3) years of work experience in the aviation industry, OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a directly related field.
A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required
Must obtain airfield certification within six months of hire
applicable federal (e.g., FAA), state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines
airport operations methods, practices, and procedures
airfield inspection and maintenance methods, practices, and procedures
airport emergency procedures
supervisory methods, practices, and procedures
applicable City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

Responsibilities

Visually inspect the condition and maintenance of airfield facilities and surrounding perimeter (e.g., runways, taxiways, ramps, safety areas) to ensure surfaces are in good physical condition and free of safety hazards, obstructions, and debris.
Request emergency repairs and monitor work crews on the airfield performing work such as pavement repairs (e.g., potholes), removal of debris and other safety hazards from airfield, and the repair of airfield lighting and signage equipment.
Prepare documentation and reports of airfield inspections, findings and irregularities and maintain daily log of activities / operations logs.
Issue and cancel Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMS) to provide current information on aviation and airfield conditions including the opening and closing of runways to FAA air traffic control.
Monitor weather service reports, check surface conditions and temperatures, and advise city personnel, contractors and other aviation personnel of weather conditions.
Assist senior level Airport Operations Supervisors II in implementing procedures to control access and movement of personnel on the airfield, closing and opening runways and other airfield areas, and approving proper placement of barricades.
Act as a liaison to the FAA, airport administration and the airport airfield operations section, monitoring and directing the reporting and dissemination of information relating to construction work, emergency situations and other incidents affecting aircraft movement and field conditions.
Assist in providing appropriate level of response in emergency situations including monitoring responders, taking actions to ensure operational integrity of the airfield, and maintaining communications with airport management and the airport airfield operations section.
Respond to inquiries regarding the status of airfield facilities and maintenance issues.
Coordinate snow removal operations on the airfield and conduct runway and taxiway assessments after cleaning procedures.
Take appropriate action to clear aircraft operating areas and airfields of wildlife hazards.
Additional duties may be required for this position.