Austin Aviation, Temporary Airport Agent, Crossing Guard (Hire in process/please do not apply) By Invitation Only

AustinTexas; Austin (TX); On-site; AUD 79,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, owned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, is seeking a coordinator to assist in the administrative and operational management of airport facilities. Under close supervision, you will help ensure safety, security, and efficient operations across the campus.

Responsibilities include inspecting facilities, responding to emergencies, coordinating with federal agencies and tenants, writing reports, and maintaining logs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2 years in airport operations or related field.
• Valid Texas Driver License.
• Ability to pass background checks and security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Inspects facilities and ensures safe operating conditions.
• Investigates problem areas and recommends corrective action.
• Responds to emergencies and coordinates emergency activities.
• Writes technical reports and maintains records.
• Works with federal agencies and airport tenants to ensure safety and security.
• Answers emergency and non-emergency calls and updates systems.

Skills

Airport operations

Emergency response

Customer service

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

Associate degree in Business

Job description

About This Position

About Austin-Bergstrom International AirportOwned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is an economic engine, supplying over 74,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Central Texas region. Now, as we build the airport's largest improvement program in its history, we are redefining the travel experience in one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team behind Journey With AUS, the airport's expansion and development program, where bold ideas, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a shared commitment to excellence are taking flight.

Job Description

Purpose

Under close supervision, coordinate and perform work in administrative and operational management of the airport facilities.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Inspects facilities and ensures safe operating conditions.
• Investigates problem areas and make recommendations for corrective action.
• Responds to emergencies, makes decisions and coordinates emergency activities, and implements emergency plans.
• Researches information as requested/needed.
• Writes technical reports.
• Works with federal agencies, and airport tenants as required, ensuring the safety, security, and efficiency of airport operations.
• Answers emergency and non-emergency phone calls, determines nature of request, and takes messages when necessary. Initiates, enters, and updates the system.
• Provides customer service to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and City of Austin employees, other governmental agencies, and tenants by performing duties such as providing information using communication devices.
• Records data to appropriate forms/logs. Searches for data on multi-application computer systems.
• Operates/monitors multi-channel radio, audio/video, multi-agency, and multi-jurisdictional paging systems.
• Coordinates the opening and closing of the airport (or portions of it) based upon airport conditions, safety factors, and emergencies.
• Coordinates investigations with other entities and Department of Aviation.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised

May provide leadership when deemed necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of airport operations.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. Knowledge of tools and materials used in equipment and facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related security software.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priority.
• Ability to stay informed of airport operational, safety, and security issues.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public
• Ability to train others.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with an associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business or Public Administration, Aviation Management, or in a field related to the job. OR
• Two (2) years of experience in the U.S. Military Services, airport operations, or in another field related to the job.
• Any combination of education and work experience may substitute for the above minimum
• Valid Texas Class C Driver License.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check, and obtain and maintain federally-mandated security clearances required to work at an airport.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Valid State of Texas Class "C" Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• None

Notes to Candidate

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for the traveling public, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and City of Austin employees, and the neighboring community by recognizing and responding to violations of local, state, and federal laws and ordinances.

Inspect facilities and ensures safe operating conditions. Investigate problem areas and make recommendations for corrective action. Respond to emergencies, makes decisions and coordinates emergency activities, and implements emergency plans. Research information as requested / needed.Write technical reports. Works with federal agencies, and airport tenants as required ensuring the safety, security and efficiency of airport operations. Answer emergency and non-emergency phone calls, determine na