Airport Operations Officer

Gulf Shores, City of (AL); Gulf Shores (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Shores International Airport in Gulf Shores, AL, is seeking a Full-Time seasonal Operations Associate for May 15–August 16. Expect 35-40 hours weekly with overtime; overtime paid at straight pay.

You will support operations, manage terminal activities, traffic flow, and guest interactions to ensure smooth operations. Under supervision of the Operations Manager and Airport Director, you will enforce FAR Part 139/TSR Part 1542 compliance, assist with security, wildlife management, and notices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation/Airport Management, Business Administration preferred, but not required.
• Previous work experience or coursework in aviation, airport management, or business administration preferred, but not required
• High School Education Required
• Candidate must be able to pass FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check in addition to pre-hire and random drug and alcohol screenings.

Responsibilities

• Oversees airport operations during assigned shift to ensure safety and security of the public, tenants and staff.
• Manages traffic flow on curb and access roads; staffs airport communications center; interacts with passengers to solve problems and maintain smooth operations.
• Coordinates safety and security measures with tenants, FAA, TSA and local public safety agencies; monitors vehicle operations in movement and non-movement areas.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation/Airport Management, Business Administration preferred

High School Education Required

Job description

This is a Full-Time seasonal position with the Gulf Shores International Airport from May 15-August 16. Expected to work 35-40 hours per week with overtime availability. Position works closely with other seasonal and full-time staff to achieve the operational goals of the airport. Any overtime hours are paid at straight pay.

Under supervision of the Operations Manager and Airport Director, coordinates use of airport facilities in accordance with established policies and procedures. Maintains airport compliance with Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 139, Transportation Security Regulation (TSR) Part 1542 and all other applicable statutes, regulations and requirements and provides for the safety and security of all airport users. Represents airport during assigned shift. Position works well within a team and supports the goals, mission, and vision of the Gulf Shores International Airport to provide world-class customer service. Oversees all airport operations during assigned shift, to provide for the safety and security of the public, tenants, and airport staff. Ensure smooth terminal operations via managing traffic flow, passenger movements, and interacting with guests to provide information and solve problems.

Ensures that all airport operations comply with FAR Parts 77 and 139, TSR Part 1542, and other applicable federal, state and local statutes and regulations.

Ensures tenant compliance with lease and operating permit requirements.

Ensures contractor compliance with safety and security provisions of contract documents and applicable regulations through direction and/or enforcement.

Assists in coordinating and monitoring airport construction activities.

Performs administrative functions such as answering telephones, filing reports, and performing office work and fingerprinting.

Documents adherence to policies and procedures and reports violations and suspected violations through incident reports.

Conducts periodic, daily and as necessary continuous inspections of runways, taxiways and other airport facilities to identify and document damage, deterioration, debris, and other unsafe or non‑compliant conditions.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation/Airport Management, Business Administration preferred, but not required.
• Previous work experience or coursework in aviation, airport management, or business administration preferred, but not required
• High School Education Required
• Candidate must be able to pass required FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check in addition to pre-hire and random drug and alcohol screenings.

Licenses and Certifications

• Necessary: Valid Driver’s License

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS

• Agent will spend majority of the time in position working in the airport terminal as an extension of our full‑time operations team. Position will be required to manage traffic flow on the curb and access roads and staff the airport communications center. Candidate will frequently interact, inform, and engage with passengers and terminal users to solve problems and maintain smooth operations.
• Manage and oversee the airport security and CCTV system. Attend to alarms, investigate security issues, and review video as directed by airport management.
• Coordinates safety and security measures with airport tenants, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and state and county public safety and emergency response agencies.
• Monitors and ensure safe vehicle operations on movement and non‑movement areas.
• Assist full‑time operations team in effort to perform and schedule badging appointments
• Assumes primary responsibility for wildlife control procedures and ensures compliance with the Authority’s Wildlife Hazard Management Plan and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Closes or places restrictions on airport operating areas to ensure operational safety.
• Represent airport authority in absence of management
• Issues notices to air missions (NOTAMs) to report all conditions that impact safe operations of aircraft and ensure that they are promptly communicated to the FAA, air carriers and other airport users.
• Assists in planning and coordinating use of facilities for dignitary visits and other special events.
• Enforces compliance with the airport rules and regulations and the airport security program.
• Performs other duties as assigned