Airport Director, Business Diversity

General Description and Classification Standards

Directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the business diversity programs and operations of the airport. The Airport Director has broad responsibility for the overall organization, staffing, budgeting and operations of the unit, and the creation and attainment of departmental goals and performance objectives.

This is a high level of strategic and operations management reporting to a top department executive or a department deputy.

Position manages a primary function of the department and recommends operating policy and procedure subject to department executive approval.

This level would be expected to manage either a varied array of professionals and manager. This is NOT a routine promotional level and the specific justification for classification at this level must be documented.

Supervision Received

This position works independently and attends regular meetings with senior management. Routinely collaborates with managers and other directors to accomplish common goals.

Direction received is very general and focuses more on long-term and short-term operating objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) strategy in alignment with the Airport’s mission, vision, and values.

Must be a proactive individual with proven involvement and leadership in DEI initiatives. Committed to supporting and advancing the diversity plan while fostering solid relationships with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers.

Exhibit a deep passion and unwavering commitment to DEI both professionally and personally. Evaluate organizational efforts supporting the DEI program, establish best practices, and identify initiatives or programs to address barriers affecting supplier development, growth, and sustainability.

Research, develop, recommend, and implement creative strategies to achieve the Capital Improvement Program’s diversity goals.

Lead in the development and execution of outreach events, training, and webinars for minority and majority contractors, trade partners, vendors, and suppliers.

Build strong relationships with trade and professional organizations and certifying agencies.

Engage in professional development opportunities to remain current on industry-standard procedures and trends, ensuring the program remains relevant and of value to the contracting community and the Airport.

Establish departmental goals and evaluate the effectiveness of work processes, systems, and procedures. Directs and participates in developing and administrating the departmental budget.

Prepares reports and recommendations concerning budgetary and staff requirements of proposed projects and programs. Ensures the Airport complies with U.

S. federal regulations and interprets applicable laws, regulations, and policies to ensure compliance. Manages designing, developing, and implementing enterprise-level programs that advance supplier diversity.

Manages monitoring contract compliance and achieving participation goals on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) contracts with the City’s Office of Contract Compliance (OCC).

Monitors the Airport’s annual M / FBE, SBE, DBE, and ACDBE goals for Federally funded contracts reported to the FAA. Oversees annual M / FBE, SBE, DBE, and ACDBE reporting and develops metrics to measure performance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities in guiding professional teams and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Exhibits excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.

Adept at building and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, community representatives, and industry partners.

Possesses advanced problem-solving skills with a proven track record of addressing complex challenges in the aviation and DEI sectors.

Proficient in preparing comprehensive, clear, and concise reports on various aspects of operations and diversity initiatives.

Capable of conducting in-depth analytical evaluations and studies, particularly those related to federal regulations impacting airport diversity programs.

Skilled in designing, developing, and implementing effective training and professional development programs to support DEI initiatives.

Demonstrates prowess in researching, analyzing, and implementing innovative service delivery methods and techniques to enhance diversity efforts.

Exhibits strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple concurrent initiatives while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

Provides expert knowledge in DEI subject matters, serving as a go-to resource for the airport and its stakeholders. Possesses a thorough understanding of the Davis-Bacon Act and its implications for airport construction projects and diversity initiatives, including its impact on contracting, wage determinations, and compliance requirements.

Effectively lead DEI efforts, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive positive change within the airport ecosystem.