Airport Operations Coordinator I: Safety, Security & Inspections

Kalamazoo County; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalamazoo County is seeking a Coordinator I - Airport Operations to oversee safe, secure, and efficient airport activities, conduct airfield safety inspections, coordinate snow removal, issue NOTAMs, and help implement the Airport Certification Manual.

The role requires at least two years of college coursework or an Associate's degree in Aviation Management or related field, plus 1–3 years of aviation operations experience.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant college-level coursework or an Associate's degree in Aviation Management, Flight Science, Aviation Maintenance Technology, or a related field.
• 1 to 3 years of related work experience in aviation administration, airport operations, TSA/FAA knowledge relevant to Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and conduct airfield inspections for safety and security compliance and issue NOTAMs when appropriate.
• Maintain and implement the Airport Certification Manual and related plans to ensure FAA compliance.
• Coordinate security inspections, ID checks, and report incidents to TSA and local authorities.

Skills

Aviation operations

Regulatory compliance

Safety inspections

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Associate's degree in Aviation Management / related field

Job description

Kalamazoo County is seeking a Coordinator I - Airport Operations to oversee safe, secure, and efficient airport activities, conduct airfield safety inspections, coordinate snow removal, issue NOTAMs, and help implement the Airport Certification Manual.

The role requires at least two years of college coursework or an Associate's degree in Aviation Management or related field, plus 1–3 years of aviation operations experience.