Senior Manager of Emergency Management - Denver International Airport

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

3d • $109,134 - $180,071 • Onsite

About The Position

The City and County of Denver is seeking a Senior Manager of Emergency Management to join the Denver International Airport (DEN) team. DEN is a major economic engine for Colorado and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This role is crucial for developing and implementing emergency management strategies to ensure the safety and operational efficiency of the airport.

Requirements

• Three or more years of experience in the aviation and/or emergency management field.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Diplomacy skills that will promote good relations.
• Experience in an EOC and/or leading Emergency Management Initiatives.
• Experience using a variety of software and systems including Power BI, Excel and PowerPoint to make notifications and present information.
• Ability to pass an initial pre-security clearance screening to obtain an OSN (Operator Security Number) from CBI (Colorado Bureau of Investigation) through successful completion of a certification as a condition of employment.
• Must take and pass an online test every two years to maintain certification.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Three (3) years of supervisory, administrator or specialist level experience in an aviation environment or within a specialized functional area.
• Valid Driver's License at the time of application.
• Must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Maintain relevant certifications such as FEMA certifications, EMI National Advanced Emergency Management Academy, AAAE ACE, AAAE Certified Manager or AAAE Accredited Airport Executive.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of departmental policies and procedures, institute industry best practices, and create standard work for all employees.
• Implement policies, procedures, business practices, and control mechanisms, review status of operations, modify and implement procedures to increase operating efficiency, and determine effectiveness of desired results.
• Coordinate airport efforts with stakeholders, external agencies and leadership.
• Inform senior leadership of initiatives or activities during an event and obtain their support for plans.
• Develop and improve relationships among various work groups by encouraging, developing, and strengthening cooperation and leadership in inter-group relations and communications.
• Develop and implement staff training and development programs that provide opportunities for individual employee growth and long-range development of employees.
• Coach, mentor, and challenge staff.
• Champion continuous improvement, including devising new strategies and new opportunities.
• Lead staff development initiatives that include training, development and succession planning.
• Recommend and implement plans, policies, programs, and projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Great benefits
• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year
• 12 paid holidays
• 1 personal holiday
• 1 Wellness Day
• 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

What This Job Offers

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