Airport Manager

City of Dawson Creek; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 114,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Dawson Creek is seeking a highly-motivated Airport Manager to lead the Regional Airport's operations. The role involves strategic planning, budget management, and team leadership, ensuring exceptional service for users. Ideal candidates will have strong supervisory skills, relevant aviation certifications, and a commitment to public service. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute significantly to community aviation needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Transport Canada Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part III.
• Experience with Safety Management System (SMS) principles.
• Ability to manage regulatory inspections and audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Dawson Creek Regional Airport operations.
• Develop strategic objectives and long-term planning.
• Act as the primary liaison with tenants and clients.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and staff management.

Skills

Customer service techniques

Self-management

Communication tools

Problem-solving

Crisis management

Education

Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)

Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP)

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Tools

Computers and software programs

Job description

Overview

City of Dawson Creek
Regional: British Columbia
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
Type: Full Time
Category: Other

Job Summary

The opportunity: We are looking for a highly-motivated, operationally-minded and enterprising individual to join our team to lead the Dawson Creek Regional Airport as the Airport Manager. This union-exempt management position will be of interest to candidates who enjoy the challenge and rewarding experience of working in public service while ensuring the long-term success of the City’s Regional Airport.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Airport Manager is responsible for implementing the strategic and operational plans of the City of Dawson Creek for the Dawson Creek Regional Airport (YDQ). This includes managing all operational aspects of the airport and delivering airport facilities that ensure exceptional safety, service and efficiency that cost effectively meets the needs of airport users.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategic objectives and long-term planning for the airport.
• Apply for funding programs to support required development and growth of the airport terminal facilities, properties, and services.
• Act as the primary liaison between the City of Dawson Creek and the Dawson Creek Regional Airport's tenants, clients and customers to ensure exceptional customer service.
• Maintain established training standards. Complete and distribute daily briefings and reports.
• Plan for the capital and operational budgets on a yearly basis working closely with the City Finance Department and other departments and manage and administer the daily operational expenditures and revenues effectively.
• Work with the General Manager of Major Infrastructure & Development on capital project planning, implementation and completion.
• Manage all aspects of staffing including recruitment and selection, scheduling to maintain proper operational coverage, supervision, coaching and developing, performance management and all other people management practices.
• Identify operational strengths and weaknesses and take action to improve service delivery. Ensure that all client and staff complaints, problems and requests are effectively resolved in a timely manner.
  

Requirements

• Knowledge of techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• Effectively use modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
• Ability to self-organize work and priorities, work under pressure due to the frequency of interruptions and to work with limited supervision.
• The ability to perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established Facility Procedures, Occupational Health and Safety Rules, Violence in the Workplace Policies and WorkSafeBC Regulations, i.e. WHMIS, T.D.G.
• Willingness to work irregular hours and attend to serious operation incidents after hours.
  

In addition to the above requirements, the position requires the following:

Regulatory And Technical Knowledge

• Transport Canada Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part III.
• TP312 – applying and interpreting the Aerodromes Standards and Recommended Practices to manage runway conditions, lighting, and markings.
• Safety Management System (SMS) – SMS principles, risk management, and emergency response planning.
• Runway Condition Reporting – Global Reporting Format (GRF) and runway reporting.
• Familiarity with airport certification requirements, emergency response planning, wildlife management, and airside operations.
• Knowledge of NOTAMs, runway inspections, winter operations, and air field maintenance practices.
  

Certifications And Security

• Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP).
• Restricted Operator Certificate with Aeronautical Qualification (ROC-A) issued by Industry Canada.
• A valid Class 5 or higher driver’s license (often with air brake endorsement).
  

Key Competencies

• Strong supervisory skills.
• Experience with budget preparation, capital planning, grants, and financial oversight.
• Ability to manage contracts, consultants, and regulatory inspections.
• Experience with airport certification requirements, inspections, and compliance audits.
  

Salary & Benefits

$114,881 - $123,039

Contact

Email: [e-mail]

Additional Information

Candidates should submit a résumé by emailing a PDF or Word document to [e-mail], with the job posting name and number in the subject line, by midnight on the closing date referenced above. The City thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.

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