Aviation Safety & Compliance Lead

dallascityhall; United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas Airport seeks an Aviation Safety Compliance Specialist to lead comprehensive safety programs for airside and landside operations. You will plan, direct, and coordinate technical and administrative activities to ensure regulatory compliance and safe airport operations.

Responsibilities include staff training, data analysis, budget planning, and collaboration with federal/state agencies. Occasional public speaking and on-call duties are required to support airport safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in aviation or safety related field.
• Minimum 3 years of safety experience in occupational health, system safety, industrial safety, risk assessment or airport operations.
• Equivalencies allow for related education or experience per policy.
• Must pass TSA background check and obtain airport movement area certification within probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Oversee aviation safety programs for airside and landside operations.
• Identify and implement procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and safety improvements.
• Train staff on safety practices and PPE use; collaborate with airport and labor groups.
• Interpret data and prepare reports; manage safety program budget and engage with regulatory agencies.
• Stay current with regulatory guidance; monitor and adjust airport safety programs as needed.
• Respond to safety and compliance issues on-site for airside and landside operations.
• Participate in meetings and conferences to ensure airport safety compliance.
• Engage in public speaking to communicate safety issues and trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety programs

Aviation safety

Regulatory knowledge

Training and education

Data analysis

Safety program oversight

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Problem solving

Public speaking

Interpersonal relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Safety, Emergency Management, Engineering, Construction Safety, Industrial Safety or related field

Job description

The City of Dallas Airport seeks an Aviation Safety Compliance Specialist to lead comprehensive safety programs for airside and landside operations. You will plan, direct, and coordinate technical and administrative activities to ensure regulatory compliance and safe airport operations.

Responsibilities include staff training, data analysis, budget planning, and collaboration with federal/state agencies. Occasional public speaking and on-call duties are required to support airport safety