AVIATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT

State of New Hampshire; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 57,265,000 - 75,510,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Aeronautics, seeks an Aviation Program Assistant to support statewide aeronautics programs, funding initiatives, and registration services. You will assist in planning, development, coordination, and implementation across the bureau, ensuring efficient operation of aeronautical programs throughout the state.

Minimum qualifications include a 3-year education/experience combo after high school, with a valid driver’s license and

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school.
• Education and experience may be in aviation, business, accounting, aviation management, public administration, program development or related field.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license and access to transportation.
• Other Requirements: Applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record must meet minimum standards.

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes applications for aviation planning, registration, and NAVAID programs.
• Oversees a computerized database of aeronautical registration programs and ensures updates are made annually.
• Computes fees and issues various registration certificates.
• Formulates, recommends, and presents regulations for the adoption, development, and compliance of registration standards.
• Assists in conducting research related to compliance and performs on-site registration inspections at airports.
• Handles financial accounting for the Federal Airport Improvement Program and state assistance programs, including grant and payment processing, database maintenance, and the preparation of necessary reports.
• Responds to inquiries regarding aeronautical registration and airport programs.
• Compiles and documents information for closeout of federal/state-funded projects and maintains archives.
• Supervises employees in the administrative unit, including scheduling, approving leave, and conducting appraisals.

Education

3 years education/experience

Job description

• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

~ NEW HAMPSHIRE DOT ~

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Aeronautics

7 Hazen Drive / Concord, NH

AVIATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Position #30453

$19.96/hour - $26.41/hour

• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

~ NEW HAMPSHIRE DOT ~

Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of transportation, Bureau of Aeronautics, has a full-time vacancy for an Aviation Program Assistant.

SUMMARY

To assist in the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of statewide aeronautics programs, including federal and state funding initiatives, registration systems, and other aeronautical services. Provide comprehensive support to personnel within the Bureau by performing a variety of duties to ensure the efficient operation and success of aeronautical programs across the state.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience may be in aviation, business, accounting, aviation management, public administration, program development or related filed.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license and access to transportation

Other Requirements : Applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards established by the hiring agency.

Trainee Option : Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

Must be certified as a Notary Public within 12 months of hiring date.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Receives and processes applications for aviation planning, registration, and NAVAID programs. Oversees a computerized database of aeronautical registration programs and ensures updates are made annually. Computes fees and issues various registration certificates.

Formulates, recommends, and presents regulations for the adoption, development, and compliance of registration standards for the Bureau. Assists in conducting research related to compliance and performs on-site registration inspections at airports.

Handles financial accounting for the Federal Airport Improvement Program and state assistance programs, including grant and payment processing, database maintenance, and the preparation of necessary reports.

Responds to and provides guidance for extensive public and internal inquiries regarding aeronautical registration and airport programs.

Compiles and documents information for the closeout of federal and state-funded projects and maintains project archives.

Supports the development of Administrative Rules for the Bureau.

Reviews, oversees, and coordinates updates to the Bureau’s website to ensure the timely dissemination of current information. Collaborates with information technology staff on website development.

Researches, prepares, and processes financial payments and reports for the Aircraft Operating Fee, Tax Reimbursement Program, Grants to Airport Sponsors, 80/20 Program, Aeronautical Fund, and other financial assistance programs for airports managed by the Bureau.

Supervises employees in the administrative unit, with responsibilities including scheduling work, approving leave, reviewing work for accuracy, conducting performance appraisals, and interviewing applicants for vacant positions.

Performs and ensures the completion of office inventory tasks and audits documents related to the Bureau’s vehicles and equipment.

• TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964