Chicago Dept. of Aviation- Assistant Commissioner

Airport Minority Advisory Council • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, this class is managerial in nature and accountable for senior manager level functions, duties and responsibilities and part of a city department's executive level staff. The position manages a major program or has direct responsibility for an operational or administrative work section within a department's organization; and performs related duties as required This class title has been designated as a multi-tiered title. Positions allocated to this title code are assigned to large City departments and have been designated as such on the Senior Manager Salary Plan.

Requirements

• Nine (9) years of experience related to the responsibilities of the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's degree in a field related to the duties performed, including seven (7) years of work experience related to the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a field related to the duties performed, including five (5) years of work experience related to the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or higher in a field related to the duties performed, including four (4) years of work experience related to the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position
• The candidate(s) selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership, supervision and support to MDW sections to maintain day-to-day operations.
• Liaise with airline, concessionaires, government partners (FAA, TSA, CBP, CPD, etc.), addressing concerns and priorities to maintain and/or improve efficiency and operational performance.
• Act as the designated representative for the Managing Deputy Commissioner at meetings and events, ensuring key business issues and outcomes are communicated accurately and effectively to executive leadership.
• Assist with budgeting, monitoring airport projects and hiring of managerial staff.
• Assist in the review and preparation of written materials i.e. recommendations, policies and status updates.
• Leads and directs management level staff in developing new or revising existing program operations designed to improve or expand departmental services
• Coordinates and directs the work efforts towards researching new technologies, reviewing performance against goals and objectives, and evaluating programs for deficiencies and accomplishments
• Coordinates work efforts with management in developing strategic plans and implementing changes in staffing, operating procedures, and work processes designed to improve the administration of programs, increase operational efficiencies and accomplishments
• Functions as the head of an operational division or section within a department accountable for the management of the organization's work operations, direction and oversight of staff, and control of budgetary and administrative functions
• Manages functions including budget preparations and grant funding, human resources, labor relations, finance and accounting, contracts administration and purchasing, accounts payable and inventory management, computer support, and office management activities

What This Job Offers

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