HPN - Airport Operations Supervisor

Avports BIM Ltd.•City of White Plains, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

With oversight, responsible for overseeing all airport facilities and infrastructure maintenance activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and safety. Under general direction, this position is responsible for supervising Airport Operations Coordinators and ensuring the safe, secure, and efficient operation of the airport in compliance with FAA Part 139, TSA regulations, and airport policies. The role provides direct oversight of daily airside and landside operations, emergency response, airfield inspections, and snow and ice control activities. Serve as the airport’s operational representative during assigned shifts, coordinating with internal departments, tenants, contractors, and emergency responders. Requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage complex operational situations in a dynamic airfield environment. Regular, full-time essential services position reports to the Airside Operations Manager and classified as a public safety operational role requiring shift work. Mandatory background screening, ongoing training eligibility, and onsite presence at the airport required.

Requirements

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in aviation management or a related field
Minimum: Three (3) years of airport operations experience, including ARFF and airport emergency planning
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
Valid New York State motor vehicle operator’s license required with acceptable driving record to support equipment needs
Successful completion of FAA Part 139 ARFF live-fire training within 90 days of hire
Completion of Airport Wildlife Hazard Management Program training within 90 days of hire
Obtain and maintain FAA Aviation Surface Weather Observing (ASWO) Certificate of Authority (METAR) within 90 days of hire
Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B, suitable for operating airport vehicles
Ability to complete and maintain required OSHA fire brigade physical examinations
Must successfully pass TSA background screening and security clearance
Position involves shift work
Knowledge of FAA Part 139 regulations and compliance requirements
Knowledge of TSA security requirements and Airport Security Programs
Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions
Ability to operate ARFF and snow removal equipment
Experience with NOTAM issuance and METAR weather reporting
Working knowledge of airport construction safety and phasing requirements
Work independently with minimal supervision while communicating effectively with operations and maintenance teams to support safe and efficient airport operations.
Designated as essential personnel; dependable during emergencies and severe weather events, demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must comply with airport badging, access, and security requirements

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct Airport Operations Coordinators in the performance of daily operational duties.
Ensure compliance with FAA Part 139, Airport Certification Manual (ACM), TSA regulations (49 CFR Part 1542), and Airport Rules and Regulations.
Serve as the Airport’s operational lead on an assigned shift, ensuring safe and efficient airside and landside operations.
Provide Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) response to aircraft emergencies and establish incident command until relieved by mutual aid responders.
Oversee and ensure proper execution of the airport snow and ice control plan, including both airside and landside operations.
Conduct and oversee required airfield inspections and ensure discrepancies are identified, reported, and corrected in a timely manner.
Issue and oversee Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs) and ensure accuracy of airfield condition reporting.
Ensure accurate dissemination and recording of aviation weather observations (METARs).
Coordinate airside and landside construction and maintenance activities to ensure operational safety and minimal disruption.
Respond to and coordinate medical emergencies with airport police and mutual aid EMS.
Oversee contract service providers and coordinate activities with Airport Administration.
Conduct airside and landside inspections to ensure tenants and concessionaire compliance with their respective facility and/or operating agreements in coordination with Airport Administration
Support security operations, including compliance with the Airport Security Program (ASP) and issuance of security credentials as needed.
Ensure compliance with the Airport Environmental Management System (AEMS).
Assist in training, mentoring, and development of operations and maintenance personnel.
Maintain effective communication and working relationships with airport tenants, airlines, and stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with applicable labor agreements.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support business objectives.