Airport Operations Lead

City of Orangeburg; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Orangeburg, South Carolina is seeking an Airport Supervisor to oversee operations and staff at the municipal airport. The role requires coordinating daily activities, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient service in a public airport environment.

Candidates should have an associate degree in aviation or related field with five years of progressively responsible airport experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business, Aviation, or related field required; five years of progressively responsible airport operations experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; manages schedules, timesheets, and performance.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors progress and provides management reports.
• Develops long- and short-term goals; researches aviation needs and implements plans.
• Develops and monitors division budget and policy adherence; ensures regulatory compliance.
• Oversees airport operations, jet fuel supply, hangar leases, and fuel payments.
• Operates PC and office equipment; coordinates with officials, pilots, and contractors.

Skills

Data Utilization

Human Interaction

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and

Verbal Aptitude

Mathematical Aptitude

Situational Reasoning

Education

Associate degree in Business, Aviation, or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

City of Orangeburg, South Carolina is seeking an Airport Supervisor to oversee operations and staff at the municipal airport. The role requires coordinating daily activities, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient service in a public airport environment.

Candidates should have an associate degree in aviation or related field with five years of progressively responsible airport experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred.