Airport Operations Specialist

Interna Furniture Design Ltd.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TOLEDO-LUCAS COUNTY PORT AUTHORITY is seeking an Airport Operations professional to ensure security and safety across Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport, Toledo Executive Airport, and Seagate Heliport.

You will support compliance with TSA 1540/1542 and FAA Part 139, and assist with emergencies and snow removal. Key responsibilities include inspecting runways and aprons, monitoring CCTV and alarms, processing badges, and coordinating with external agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Aviation Management or comparable field (preferred).
• No Criminal Record.
• Satisfactory results on physical, written and oral examinations.
• Satisfactory results on background investigation, including fingerprint-based background check.

Responsibilities

• Exercise authority consistent with the requirements of the position, remaining directly responsible for one’s official actions.
• Enforce Airport rules and regulations, Airport minimum standards and directives from higher management.
• Perform daily perimeter fence, terminal, and parking lot inspections in compliance with FAA and TSA regulations.
• Perform daily Airport Operations Area inspections for Part 139 discrepancies, FOD and wildlife activity.
• Provide continuous surveillance of Airport property, CCTV and Fire Alarm Systems, and patrolling.
• Assist with processing and issuing airport badges and provide escort in movement areas when needed.

Skills

Think ahead

Emergency response

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Aviation Management or related field

Job description

TOLEDO-LUCAS COUNTY PORT AUTHORITY

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Objectives:

• 1. To perform duties related to airport operations, security and the safety and security of persons and facilities at the Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport, Toledo Executive Airport and Seagate Heliport; and
• 2. To perform duties consistent with TSA 1540/1542 and FAA Part 139 regulations, including assisting with aircraft emergencies and snow removal operations; and
• 3. To provide effective coordination with external Government Agencies as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor degree from accredited institution in Aviation Management, Airport Management, or comparable field, preferred.
• 2. No Criminal Record.
• 3. Satisfactory results on physical (including urinalysis to determine unlawful drug usage), written and oral examinations.
• 4. Satisfactory results on background investigation, including a Federal fingerprint-based criminal history background check.
• 5. Must have or be able to obtain a valid State of Ohio Driver’s license.
• 6. Must be able to obtain a TOL-issued Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge with movement area privileges.
• 7. Must be available for recall during non-duty hours for emergencies, snow removal, or other required duties.
• 8. Be insurable and maintain insurability for the operation of motor vehicles.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• 1. Ability to think ahead, organize, and multitask.
• 2. Ability to quickly act in emergencies and other stressful or tense situations.
• 3. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Exercise authority consistent with the requirements of the position, remaining directly responsible for one’s official actions;
• 2. Comply with and enforce Airport rules and regulations, Airport minimum standards and directives from higher management;
• 3. Perform all duties in a manner which will reflect favorably upon the Airport Operations Department, the Airport, and the Port Authority;
• 4. Perform daily perimeter fence, terminal, and parking lot inspections in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Regulations;
• 5. Perform daily Airport Operations Area (AOA) inspections including Runways, Taxiways, and Aprons for Part 139 discrepancies, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and wildlife activity;
• 6. Provide continuous surveillance of Airport property including, but not limited to, monitoring CCTV and Fire Alarm Systems, and patrolling Airport property;
• 7. Assist with processing and issuing airport badges;
• 8. Provide escort in the aircraft movement areas when needed;
• 9. Submit maintenance work orders based on observations and results of daily inspections;
• 10. Monitor weather conditions and conduct snow removal operations as needed;
• 11. Review and assist with revising the Airport Certification Manual (ACM), Airport Security Plan (ASP) and exhibits contained within these documents;
• 12. Assist with implementation and use of the Airport’s Safety Management System (SMS) Program;
• 13. Assist with monitoring construction and maintenance work activities in operational areas to promote a safe operating environment;
• 14. Publish Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) as necessary;
• 15. Report accurate Airfield Conditions;
• 16. Engage in two-way radio communication;
• 17. Maintain continuous situational awareness while on the airfield;
• 18. Provide first-class customer service to the public, tenants, and operators;
• 19. Responds to Aircraft accidents and incidents;
• 20. Document, harass and disperse wildlife on the airfield;
• 21. Detect, report, and respond as appropriate to safety hazards;
• 22. Perform all other airport operations duties as assigned.

Contacts with Individuals or Organizations Outside the Port:

• 1. General and traveling public
• 2. Airport tenants and operators
• 3. Government agency representatives and officials

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of that which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee must be able to:

• 1. Effectively write, see, talk, and hear.
• 2. Read, comprehend, and interpret documents such as rules, reports, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• 3. Operate telephone and computer systems.
• 4. Have full physical dexterity and agility.
• 5. Have good hand/eye coordination.
• 6. Walk, stand, sit, push, pull, bend, stoop, squat, stretch and lift up to 80 pounds.
• 7. Climb ladders and stairs.
• 8. Operate motor vehicles.
• 9. Perform all the essential functions of the job outlined herein without creating a direct or indirect threat to the safety of oneself or others.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to various indoor and outdoor environments. The employee may be exposed to the weather conditions prevalent at the time and may be exposed to dust, grease, noxious gas or fumes, extreme heat, humidity, excessive noise, and vibration. The employee may be required to work in confined spaces, and at varying heights. The work may involve an element of personal danger.