Assistant Airport Manager

COWETA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS • Newnan, GA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs complex work assisting in the administration, operation, maintenance, and development of the airport, overseeing airport facilities and infrastructure, maintaining a safe and efficient airport, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the broad supervision of the Airport Manager. Supervision is exercised over Line Service Technicians and Administrative Staff.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of airport operations principles, organization, and department policies, practices and procedures with ability to learn FAA regulations
• General knowledge of related industry, organization, and departmental legal guides, recommendations, best practices, ordinances and laws
• General knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars and regulations, GDOT Guidance, airport planning, budgeting and airport management practices, grant assurances, and county policies
• General knowledge of grant applications, budget reports, lease documents, inspection reports, and fuel reports
• General knowledge of airport planning, contract management, aviation safety, and regulatory compliance
• Comprehensive knowledge of standard office equipment and software
• General knowledge of airfield maintenance equipment, radios, and fuel systems
• Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages
• Ability to understand and apply governmental accounting practices in maintenance of financial records
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates
• Bachelor's degree with coursework in airport management, aviation management, public administration, or related field
• Considerable experience in airport operations, aviation customer service, public administration, or related field
• Must be able to obtain AAAE Certified Member status and Fuel Quality Control training within 24 months of hire
• Favorable background history as determined by review of local, State and Federal records
• Valid driver’s license in the State of Georgia with a favorable driving history (MVR)

Nice To Haves

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Assists with the management of airport capital improvement projects including grant administration, consultant coordination, construction oversight, and compliance with FAA and GDOT requirements
• Coordinate daily airport operations, airfield inspections, maintenance activities, safety programs, and regulatory compliance
• Assists in budget preparation, purchasing, and financial reporting
• Supervise airport personnel; assign work, develop schedules, review performances, approve leave and provide training
• Supports Airport Manager in coordination with FAA, GDOT, elected officials, consultants, contractors, tenants and aviation stakeholders regarding airport development initiatives
• Administers airport leases, tenant relations, hangar management, and property utilization
• Prepares agendas, reports, presentations, and supporting documentation for Airport Authority meetings and public meetings
• Responds to emergencies, customer service requests, public inquiries, and special projects assigned
• Encourages and promotes a culture of excellent service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager