Airport Operations Agent

City of Midland, Texas; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement TMRS

Tuition assistance

PSLF Employer

Credit union

Competitive pay

Health benefits

PTO & holidays

Job summary

City of Midland, Texas is seeking an Airport Operations Agent to help keep runways safe and terminals functioning. You will inspect airfields, issue NOTAMs, and coordinate with air traffic control while staying compliant with FAA regulations.

The role requires a degree in aviation management, strong communication skills, and the ability to respond to inquiries from the public and regulators. A Texas driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation management plus 1–3 years of experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform paging and public address in the airport terminal.
• Monitor alarms and mechanical systems.
• Escort authorized personnel and equipment within secured areas.
• Conduct daily inspections for regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with air traffic control for escorts on the airfield.
• Issue NOTAMs on airfield conditions.
• Maintain daily records and submit to supervisor.
• Respond to inquiries from the public, tenants and regulators.

Skills

Communication skills

Read technical materials

Mathematical/aeronautical info

PC/software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in aviation management

Job description

Scope of Work

Are you ready to dive into the world of aviation? The City of Midland is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Airport Operations Agent to help keep our runways safe and our terminals running smoothly. In this hands-on role, you’ll inspect airfields, issue NOTAMs, coordinate with air traffic control, and respond to public and agency inquiries—all while staying compliant with FAA regulations.

If you have a degree in aviation management, solid communication skills, and a passion for keeping operations on track, this is your runway to success.

Essential Job Duties

• Performs paging and public address services in the airport terminal building.
• Monitors alarms, fire and mechanical systems.
• Escorts authorized personnel and equipment within the Security Identification Display Area.
• Performs daily inspections of airfield and the terminal building to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
• Coordinates with the air traffic control tower in order to escort personnel and equipment on the airfield.
• Coordinates on local traffic advisory to perform runway inspections at the executive airpark.
• Issues and records on a computerized system all airport identification badges, parking decals, taxicab permits and temporary ramp permits.
• Issues notices to airmen (NOTAMS) on airfield conditions.
• Responds to questions and inquiries from the public, airport tenants, airlines and governmental regulatory agencies.
• Updates and revises manuals, governmental advisory circulars and forms used by the airport.
• Maintains records of work performed each day and submits to supervisor.
• Performs related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Ability to sit, stand and move about airport properties. Ability to drive a vehicle to perform inspections. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures when inspecting airport properties and will work around loud noises and be exposed to aviation fuel and other flamable liquids while inspecting or completing projects.

Required Qualifications

Employee works with citizens, management and other employees when providing or requesting information regarding the airport or its activities. Interacts with other departments or outside agencies when coordinating work projects or activities.

Ability to read and understand technical materials, reports and journals. Ability to develop and present mathematical and aeronautical information. Skill in the operation of personal computers and related software.

Bachelor's degree in aviation management plus one to three years of experience. Valid Texas driver's license.

Benefits

• 2:1 Retirement Plan with TMRS
• Educational Tuition Assistance Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Midland Municipal Employee Credit Union
• Competitive pay
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan
• PTO accrual
• Paid holidays

01

Do you have a bachelor's degree in Aviation Management?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have aviation related experience?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question