Airport Director I- Emergency Management

City of Atlanta, GA

Hapeville (GA)

Sur place

USD 107 000 - 147 000

Plein temps

Il y a 8 jours

Une candidature complète en une minute

Un CV et une lettre de motivation personnalisés, prêts à envoyer.

Passez les filtres ATS

Résumé du poste

The City of Atlanta is seeking an Airport Director of Emergency Management to lead the Airport Operations Center and the Emergency Operations Center, ensuring safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance. This executive role requires coordinating staffing, budgeting and policy development to support municipal airport operations.

The incumbent will collaborate with city leaders, manage a high-performance team of professionals, and advance technologies and procedures to improve incident response,

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Airport Management, Business Administration or closely related field.

Responsabilités

Plan, organize and direct the operation of the Airport Operations Center and the Emergency Operations Center.

Connaissances

Airport operations

Emergency management

Leadership

Staff supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Airport Management or related field

Master’s degree in Emergency/Disaster Management or related field

Description du poste

Airport Director I- Emergency Management

Hot Job

Job Description

Salary range:$107,271-$146,800

Posting expires: November 2, 2026

General Description and Classification Standards

Under the direction of the Assistant General Manager of Emergency Management, the Airport Director of Emergency management directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the programs and operations of the airport emergency management program. The Airport Director of Emergency Managementhas broad responsibility for the overall emergency management program to include, staffing, budgeting and that support operations of the municipal airport,and the creation and attainment of departmental goals and performance objectives. This is a high level ofstrategic and operations management position. The positionmanages a primary function of the department and recommends operating policy and procedure subject todepartment executive approval. This level would be expected to manage either a varied array of professionalsand manager. This is NOT a routine promotional level and the specific justification for classification at this levelmust be documented.

Supervision Received

This position works independently and attends regular meetings with senior management. Routinelycollaborates with managers and other directors to accomplish common goals. Direction received is very generaland focuses more on long-term and short-term operating objectives.

Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not beconstrued as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

Plans, organizes and directs the operation of the Airport Operations Center and the Emergency Operations Center of the AirportDepartment through subordinate managers and supervisors; reviews recommendations and actions ofsubordinates; and resolves issues within various group and stakeholders.

Establishes departmental goals and evaluates the effectiveness of work processes, systems, and procedures.Works with community representatives, City management, and staff to establish departmental goals, objectivesand service needs; initiates meetings and focus groups to identify work plans and priorities, and potentialsolutions to issues.

Ensures efficient operations of all units in the Emergency Management bureau to meet performance metrics and quality services.

Ensures establishment and maintenance of an emergency management training calendar that delivers quality training to internal DOA staff and airport stakeholders on emergency management processes.

Directs and participates in the development and administration of the departmental budget; prepares reports andrecommendations concerning budgetary and staff requirements of proposed policies and projects, includingoperating expenditures, capital outlays, construction programs; and conformance with planned costs.

Provides exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive,understanding, responsive, fair, courteous and respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positivecustomer service environment.

Proactively ensures the airport is in compliance with the U.S. Federal regulations; interprets applicable laws,regulations, and policies to ensure compliance.

Identifies and spearheads the development of technologies, procedures and regulations to improve safety,efficiency, and customer service and safety,

Reviews, analyzes, and make recommendations concerning airport incidents and reporting processes.

Promotes Safety through Airport Emergency Planning, Airport Safety, Customer Service, and Construction plans reviews.

Decision Making

Decisions are made in response to various requests from airport tenants (airlines, concession vendors, FAA,etc.,) that may have an impact on airport operations. Construction and maintenance projects are also reviewedand decisions must be made to ensure safety, efficiency, and customer service is not adversely impacted,

Establishes organization strategy and policy within required legislative or executive limitations

Leadership Provided

Collaborates with other entities to provide direction in shaping policies used throughout the U.S. and othercountries. Provides guidance and mentoring to a varied group of Managers and Supervisors or may directlysupervise a staff of professionals and team leaders engaged in an organization-wide or policy-advisory activity.Guidance should typically be general in nature and focus on objectives, end results, and policies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required toperform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

Thorough knowledge of the Airport and Aviation operations, principles, and practices relating to riskmanagement, security, safety, and fire protection; Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory management;Through knowledge of emergency management practices and processes; Thorough knowledge of the methods and practices employed in directing and supervising service personnel andoperations.

Skilled in solving complex problems; excellent verbal and written communication skills; skilled in operating andmaintaining a variety of aircraft and airport equipment; skilled in preparing clear and concise administrative andfinancial reports; skilled in researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods, procedures andtechniques.

Ability to lead a competent, professional team with a management style that encourages and solicits staffparticipation; ability to operate aircraft radio equipment and communicate clearly and concisely in a pressure-filled, challenging environment; ability to plan, develop, and conduct training programs; ability to communicateeffectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Countyofficials, supervisors, employees, and the general public; ability to conduct detailed analytical evaluations andstudies as they relate to federal regulations; ability to prepare reports and recommendations; ability to write,review, and administer contracts for Airport construction, repairs, and services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Airport Management, Business Administration or closely related field. 5-7 years of Senior Airport/Aviation Operations Management experience or related position at a domestic/large hub airport.

Preferred Education & Experience

Masters degree inEmergency and Disaster Management, Airport Management, Business Administration or closely related field. (Equivalentprofessional experience may be considered for substitution for the master’s degree on an exception basis) and8 - 10 years' of Senior Airport/Aviation Operations Management experience or related position at a domestic/largehub airport.

Licensures and Certifications

GA Certified Emergency Manager within 12 months of employment

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmentalconditions associated with job.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Job Info