Airport Maintenance & Operations Manager

Airport Operations Manager

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That's why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today. Our core values are Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).

Under the general supervision of the Airport Director, the purpose of this position is to oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of McKinney National Airport (TKI). This individual will work to ensure accordance and compliance with all federal, state and local directives, policies, procedures, and plans, while allocating resources and managing the ongoing inspections, maintenance, and technical support activities required to ensure that operations and facilities are maintained in a safe, efficient and effective manner.

General expectations for all employees include understanding the interconnection of team, department, and City goals, contributing to a positive work culture, maintaining regular and reliable attendance, assessing work performance, contributing to the development of others, working as a team, and continuously learning and developing through training opportunities.

Essential duties and responsibilities include managing the Airport Maintenance and Operations departments, overseeing airport self-inspection programs, recruiting and selecting airport employees, overseeing airport security and emergency plans, managing airport operations and maintenance budgets, maintaining operational policies, overseeing airport development and construction projects, coordinating employee training, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, reviewing payroll, communicating with stakeholders, administering the TxDOT Aviation Routine Airport Maintenance Program (RAMP) grant, overseeing Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs), serving as airport liaison for ARFF and law enforcement, interpreting FAA directives, mentoring and developing staff, providing performance evaluations, monitoring the Noise Complaint Hotline, building relationships with airport tenants and stakeholders, assisting with special projects, and performing routine inspections.

Other job functions include performing other duties as assigned or directed.

Knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors include embracing the City's core values, effective communication, producing desired work outcomes, planning and organizing work, knowledge of FAA and state rules, regulations and laws, effective oral and written communication, reviewing and analyzing data, applying principles of persuasion and influence, operating equipment and machinery, utilizing advisory and design data, calculating mathematical operations, applying rational systems, exercising judgment and creativity, conducting simple movements, working in a team environment, building effective relationships with stakeholders, and displaying flexibility and adaptability.

Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Airport Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or closely related field, supplemented by five (5) years previous experience in a leadership position within airport operations and maintenance. Preferred qualifications include Certified Member (C.M.) designation through The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE). Conditions of employment include passing a drug screen and background check, and having a Class C Texas Driver's License.

Physical demands include exerting heavy physical effort, climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). Work environment may risk exposure to extreme heat / cold, wildlife, traffic hazards, exposure to chemicals, or extreme weather conditions. The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

The City offers a full complement of benefits including health insurance, legal services, tuition reimbursement, wellness program, retirement plans, and paid time off (PTO). For more detailed information, please see the City of McKinney's benefits summary.