Organization: The City of Casa Grande

Post Until: 2/15/2025

Location Casa Grande, AZ

Primary Category Airport Manager/Director

Type of Position Full-Time

Education Requirement Bachelor's

Experience Requirement < 5-10 years

Salary $72,983 - $100,673

How to Apply/Contact Apply online at the City of Scottsdale website: https://casagrandeaz.gov/225/Human-Resources

Description & Details GENERAL PURPOSE: Under limited supervision, plans, organizes and manages the operation and maintenance of the City’s municipal airport. Work includes the management of the airport in promoting, encouraging, and assisting in development activities in and around the airport and coordinating operations with both business and non-business tenants. This position provides effective professional leadership, positioning the City to meet the community's current and future Airport needs through appropriate technologies and services. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. • Oversees the daily operation and maintenance of the Airport Division and the airport facility which includes planning, organization, and supervision to ensure safe and efficient operations. • Manages the daily FBO operations including fuel safety supervision, fuel storage and dispensing supervision, customer service supervision, fuel quality control and fuel records supervision. • Monitors aviation fuel inventory and storage; orders aviation fuel and oil according to the Airport Division operational budget. • Oversees and participates in the preparation and monitoring of grant applications and progress reports; services as the liaison between federal and state regulatory agencies to ensure Casa Grande Municipal Airport obtains maximum grant funding. • Supervises and conducts performance evaluations of assigned staff; conducts interviews and makes hiring decisions; plans, directs, reviews and inspects the work of assigned staff to assure the work quality, and efficiency; addresses employee concerns and problems, counsels, and disciplines. • Develops and implements Airport Division policies and procedures. • Plans, organizes, implements and directs airport capital improvement projects and related budgets; coordinates the work of all contractors and City staff involved in the completion of projects. • Assists in determining and developing the short and long-range planning and goals for the airport; implements Airport Division goals and objectives, as well as the City’s strategic objectives for the Airport. Participates in the study, modification, formulation, and updates of the Airport Master Plan. • Assists the City Attorney with the development of Airport leases, permits, and contracts; negotiates, prepares and administers leases, permits, and contracts for the airport. • Interprets, explains and enforces federal, state and local rules and regulations governing airport use outside the area of authority of the Federal Aviation Administration. • Assures compliance with Federal and State regulations/guidance relating to the environment, including airport compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Clean Water Act (SWPPP/Storm Water Permits), aircraft overflight/noise, and related regulations/guidance, applicable to airports. • Coordinates with the Federal Aviation Administration, Arizona Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division, and other agencies on matters relating to air transportation. • Represents the City on matters relating to Airport and air transportation. Provides staff support to the Airport Advisory Board. • Promotes the airport development through marketing activities to maintain existing tenant base as well as to attract and build the tenant base through ongoing development of the Airport. Notifies proper emergency response organizations in the event of an emergency; responds to airport emergencies and provides assistance and coordination. • Responds to requests for information; provides technical information to City staff as authorized; provides assistance to the public within scope of authority. • Performs other duties as assigned or required. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Airport staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in aviation, business or public administration, or related field, and five (5) year’s experience in directing or assisting in the direction of airport operations, including one year of supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of: • City policies and procedures. • Airport Management and general aviation methods and business operations. • State and Federal codes and regulations relating to airport facilities and aviation operations. • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and regulations, advisory circulars, guidance and policy. • Emergency response procedures related to aircraft incidents and procedures for notification to regulating authorities. • Radio communication procedures and techniques. • Preparation of leases and contracts as they relate to airport facilities. • Tools, materials, equipment, techniques and procedures used in general aviation operations, maintenance and facilities. • Supervisory skills, employee evaluations, and training methods. . • Principles of record keeping and records management. Skill in: • Reading, interpreting, understanding and applying aviation facility standards and procedures, applicable Federal rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures. • Planning, organizing, directing and supervising the operations and staff of the airport including the maintenance of facilities and enforcement of regulations. • Preparing, administering and monitoring the airport budget. • Preparing grant applications and administering grant funding. • Staying current on changing federal, state, county, and local guidelines and regulations pertaining to airport operations. • Directing the operation of a busy general aviation airport. • Planning, organizing, assigning, and evaluating the work of airport maintenance and operations staff. • Working under pressure of deadlines, and establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees, officials, other agencies and the general public. • Operating a personal computer and related software and demonstrate proficiency to prepare work orders, documents, spreadsheets, email and timesheets and to assist other staff with related questions and problems. • Preparing and presenting reports and presentations both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner. • Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions. Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Arizona Drivers License; specific technical training and certifications may be required. • Fuel Safety Supervisor certification including CFR Part 139 certification, or ability to obtain the certification within the first 3 months of employment. Physical Demands / Work Environment: Work is performed mainly in an office environment, but occasionally outdoors, and in maintenance facilities.