Airport Operations Supervisor - Airside

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking an Airport Operations Supervisor - Airside to lead airside operations, inspections, and emergency coordination at HOU. The role ensures compliance with FAA regulations and Part 139 requirements, coordinating maintenance, security activities, and incident response with internal divisions and external agencies.

The position oversees airfield operations, training, and project management while maintaining a safe and secure environment for aircraft, vehicles, and personnel

Qualifications

• Six years of progressively responsible experience in airport operations
• Prior supervisory experience is required
• Requires ability to obtain security clearances for airport work

Responsibilities

• Identify and anticipate operational and safety concerns by inspecting airport facilities
• Audit operational activity and facilities to ensure compliance with policy and regulations
• Manage aircraft emergencies and hazardous material incidents per Airport Emergency Plan
• Review and approve airside construction plans for FAA compliance
• Oversee fuel inspection program and maintain records
• Develop and facilitate emergency exercises and training per CFR requirements

Skills

Six years airport operations

Supervisory experience

Effective communication

MS Office knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in Aviation Management or related field

Bachelor’s degree substitution for up to two years experience

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Position Overview

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division/Section: HOU Operations - Airside
Workdays & Hours*:

Shift work, will include a Rotating Schedule including weekends and holidays *Subject to change*

Purpose of the Division

Airside Operations is responsible for the functionality and safety of the Air Operations Area (AOA) by maintaining compliance with FAA regulations to ensure the airport retains its operating certificate. Airside Operations monitors stakeholders for compliance with federal regulations as well as HAS operating instructions. Through joint coordination and communication with all airport groups and stakeholders, the team effectively responds to, and coordinates incident and emergencies by implementing appropriate procedures, collaboration with first responders, and analyzing and taking appropriate action to assure continuity of service, operations, and airport services during all incidents and emergencies.

Purpose of the Position

The Airport Operations Supervisor - Airside serves as a leader in Airside Operations who maintains a safe and secure airport environment by supervising airside functions to include airport operations and tenant area inspections, managing operational and emergency activities, and facilitate emergency exercises, testing, and Title 14 Code Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 139 (14 CFR Part 139) program training. Maintain efficiencies and safety and help employees to become experts in their job functions. The Airside Operations Supervisor – Airside at HOU maintains a safe and secure airport environment by conducting inspections of Airside operations and coordinating operational and security activities. The Airside Operations team ensures that the airfield meets all FAR 139 requirements to provide a safe and efficient airfield operating environment for aircraft, vehicles and personnel. This position coordinates airfield maintenance and construction activities and participates in various phases of emergency management and irregular operations, while interacting with airlines, federal agencies, and airport management.

"Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date."

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Identifies and anticipates operational and safety concerns by inspecting airport facilities and operating areas and monitoring radio communications.
• Conducts audits of operational activity and airport facilities on and near the AOA (Airport Operation Area) to evaluate team performance in maintaining compliance as it pertains to policy, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Manages the response to aircraft emergencies, Hazardous Material incidents and medical emergencies in accordance with the Airport Emergency Plan through coordination with other internal divisions and external agencies to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations using the National Incident Management System framework.
• Reviews and manages airfield self-inspection records per 14 CFR Part 139.327 and 339.
• Initiates and disseminates NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen) per AC 150/5200-28 and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) JO (Job Order) 7930.2 to meet federal requirements.
• Oversees wildlife hazard management activities through coordination with the staff United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) wildlife biologist to reduce and mitigate wildlife hazards on and near the airport. Maintains and updates the airports Wildlife Hazard Management Plan per 14 CFR Part 139.337 in coordination with the Airside Operations Division Manager.
• Review, provide feedback and approve airside construction plans, in coordination with management, assuring compliance with FAA regulations, policies and procedures.
• Manages the fuel inspection program and maintains fuel inspection records to ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 139.321 and 327.
• Manage and maintain the Airport Certification Manual to include updating and ensuring compliance of the regulatory documents per 14 CFR Part 139 subpart C.
• Manage and maintain the Airport Emergency Plan to include updating and ensuring compliance of the regulatory documents per AC 150/5200-31.
• Develops and facilitates periodic tabletop and full‑scale emergency exercises and tests the response of resources to ensures compliance with the airport certification manual and airport emergency plan and 14 CFR Part 139.325.
• Manages the airside training program per 14 CFR Part 139.303. Ensures the training covers all FAA required subjects. Identifies individual and organizational needs. Determines appropriate learning methodologies, facilitates, assigns and conducts CBT (Classroom Based Training), OJT (On the Job Training) and practical application training for Houston Airport System, airline, tenant and contract personnel.
• Initiates, manages and oversees various projects to ensure compliance with various federal and local rules, laws and codes.
• Prepares and presents reports and studies for management.
• Approves issuance of NOV’s (Notice of Violation) for airside violations per Operating Instruction (O.I.) 0503 and represents airside operations during contested hearings.
• Keeps abreast of existing and new legislation and ensures compliance to federal, state and local requirements.

Working Conditions

The position requires lifting and moving of moderately heavy items, such as barricades, traffic cones, and equipment (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. There are routine discomforts from exposure to heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and chemical substances such as aviation fuel and fluids and cleaning solutions. Requires the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fairly fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within moderate tolerance demands.

Knowledge

Minimum Requirements

Requires an Associate’s degree in Aviation Management, Aeronautics, Airway Science, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
A Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Aeronautics, Airway Science, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field may be substituted for up to two years of the experience requirements.

Experience

Six years of progressively responsible experience in airport operations, four of which must be in an airside operations role.
A pilot’s license, Control Tower Operator certificate, industry specific certifications (CM, AAE, IAP, ACE) and/or directly related military experience may also be considered. Prior supervisory experience, either direct or indirect, is required.

License/Clearance

Requires a valid Class C Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).
Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances for working at an airport.

Preferences

Preference will be given to applicants with considerable knowledge of airport airside operations or other operational areas of aviation. Ability to communicate diplomatically and effectively, often in tense situations, with all levels of internal and external customers. Experience with MS Office suite is a plus. Knowledge of 150 Series ACs, 14 CFR Part 139 and NFPA regulations are highly desired.

• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

General Information

Selection/Skills Tests Required

The selection process will involve application review and interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

Safety Impact Position - YES

YES - If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

This is a Tier I designated position and essential for continued operation of critical airport functions. Employees in this position are required to report to work unless otherwise directed and must be immediately available. This includes during emergencies and hazardous weather events.

Pay Grade - 25

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Salary Information

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.