Airport Operations Lead — Compliance & Incident Response

Horry County Government; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Horry County Government’s Department of Airport Operations seeks a capable supervisor to assist with daily operations of four airports, overseeing airside and landside tasks, incident response, ground transportation management, and coordination with tenants, passengers, contractors and consultants.

Under limited supervision, duties include scheduling, inspections, regulatory compliance with FAA FAR Part 139 and TSA CFR 1542, staff leadership, and acting as senior airport official on duty when

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Aviation Management or Business Management or related field.
• ACE Operations Certificate at time of hire is desirable; must obtain within 24 months of hire.
• Experience in a commercial/civil or military aviation operations environment is desired along with FAR Part 139 experience.
• Candidate must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Leads a medium-sized staff of technical and professional employees and coordinates with support personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operation of four airports within the Horry County Department of Airport’s system.
• Oversee ground transportation management including taxis, limousines, rideshare, shuttles, rental car, and parking contractors.
• Monitor airfield and ramp operations and perform area inspections.
• Coordinate with tenants, passengers, contractors and consultants; interface with FAA and TSA representatives as needed.
• Act as senior airport official on duty when required and provide incident response and escalation as needed.
• Ensure compliance with FAA FAR Part 139 and TSA CFR 1542 regulations and assist with regulatory liaison duties.

Skills

Leadership experience

Decision making under stress

Communication skills

Problem solving

Operational oversight

Education

BA or BS in Aviation Management or Business Management

Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Operations Certificate

Job description

Horry County Government’s Department of Airport Operations seeks a capable supervisor to assist with daily operations of four airports, overseeing airside and landside tasks, incident response, ground transportation management, and coordination with tenants, passengers, contractors and consultants.

Under limited supervision, duties include scheduling, inspections, regulatory compliance with FAA FAR Part 139 and TSA CFR 1542, staff leadership, and acting as senior airport official on duty when