Airport Operations & Safety Specialist

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dallas is hiring an Airport Operations Officer to inspect facilities, assist tenants, and ensure safety and FAA compliance across land side and airport areas.

The role supports airline requests, maintains records, handles incidents, and coordinates emergency communications to protect airport operations. A high school diploma or GED plus 2 years aviation experience (in specified areas) is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of aviation experience including at least one of: Airport Operations, Airport Inspections, Airport Facility Inspections, Airport/Airline Security, Landside Terminal Operations, Airside Operations, Airport Operations Center.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and airport operations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to questions and assist customers and tenants with airport operations information and resources.
• Inspect airport facilities for FAA compliance and daily terminal readiness; report discrepancies.
• Support airlines with requests; manage incidents and reporting procedures.
• Document and track communications and incidents; maintain records and work orders.
• Coordinate with tenants and departments; share information on airport policies and operations; answer TSA inquiries.
• Respond to alerts and emergencies; coordinate communications to minimize impact on operations.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Job description

City of Dallas is hiring an Airport Operations Officer to inspect facilities, assist tenants, and ensure safety and FAA compliance across land side and airport areas.

The role supports airline requests, maintains records, handles incidents, and coordinates emergency communications to protect airport operations. A high school diploma or GED plus 2 years aviation experience (in specified areas) is required.