Airport Ops & Security Leader - Ramp & Compliance

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners seeks a Ramp Control Supervisor to oversee FAA compliance programs and related security requirements at Key West International Airport. You will coordinate with pilots, ground crews, and contractors to ensure safe, efficient ramp operations and regulatory adherence.

The role requires strong leadership, detailed process oversight, and the ability to respond decisively in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or a related field preferred.
• Eight years minimum prior related work experience in a FAR Part 139 Commercial Service Airport, including five years in management, is required.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may substitute for preferred degree requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manages Ramp Control operations by communicating with inbound and outbound aircraft pilots to ensure safe aircraft movement and parking.
• Conducts daily airfield inspections of runways, taxiways, ramps, and other aeronautical areas in accordance with 14 CFR Part 139 and 49 CFR Part 1542 standards.
• Makes immediate and vital decisions affecting the continuation of air and ground operations during emergencies in accordance with Part 139 and CFR 1542.
• Oversees contractors, agencies, and tenants to ensure FAA/TSA compliance.
• Maintains and updates essential airport documents including the Airport Certification Manual and related plans.
• Issues NOTAMs as necessary to report non-standard airport conditions.
• Performs TSA 49 CFR Aviation Worker Screening.
• Supports staff training programs and related administrative duties.
• May be required to work weekends, nights, holidays, and open shifts.

Skills

Team leadership

FAA Part 139 knowledge

Emergency decision-making

Pilot communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management

Job description

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners seeks a Ramp Control Supervisor to oversee FAA compliance programs and related security requirements at Key West International Airport. You will coordinate with pilots, ground crews, and contractors to ensure safe, efficient ramp operations and regulatory adherence.

The role requires strong leadership, detailed process oversight, and the ability to respond decisively in emergencies.