Airport Operations Lead - General Aviation & Maintenance

The City of Frederick; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

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Job summary

The City of Frederick seeks an Assistant Airport Manager to support the Airport Manager in planning, organizing, and executing airport administration, financial, operational, maintenance, and public relations tasks at Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK).

The role requires knowledge of FAA regulations, COMAR, safety practices, and emergency planning, with oversight of staff and coordination with FAA, MAA, and city agencies. A strong background in budgeting and airport operations is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents using the English language.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, percentages, etc.
• Ability to create and maintain documents using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project and Excel
• Knowledge and experience in budget preparation, fiscal management, and basic accounting practices
• Ability to effectively supervise, direct and evaluate the performance of staff members.
• Strong and effective written and spoken communication skills including the ability to effectively and clearly present complicated technical information to officials, peers, and citizen groups.

Responsibilities

• Assists and occasionally leads the daily management and control of airport facilities to ensure the safe, efficient, secure and continuous operational use of airport runways, taxiways, facilities and other related areas.
• Directs, oversees and participates in the development of airport operations and maintenance work plans and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Oversees development of policies, procedures and schedules to ensure that airport operations and maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with accepted industry practice and standards.
• Conducts and oversees inspection of airport facilities for maintenance, safety and cleanliness.
• Directs preventative maintenance program and initiates work requests for airport repairs through the appropriate City department and/or approved contractor.

Skills

English literacy

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management, aviation management, public administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Project

Excel

Job description

The City of Frederick seeks an Assistant Airport Manager to support the Airport Manager in planning, organizing, and executing airport administration, financial, operational, maintenance, and public relations tasks at Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK).

The role requires knowledge of FAA regulations, COMAR, safety practices, and emergency planning, with oversight of staff and coordination with FAA, MAA, and city agencies. A strong background in budgeting and airport operations is essential.