DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE

Fly Naples; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-cost medical and dental coverage

Vacation, personal leave, sick time, &

Job summary

Naples Airport Authority seeks a Director of Operations & Maintenance to lead our airport into an exciting new chapter. With American Airlines service launching in December 2026, this role shapes facilities investments and safety programs in a vibrant Gulf Coast community.

Located in Naples, FL, the authority offers a best-in-class employee experience and a culture of collaboration, growth, and service. The position focuses on safety, SMS, emergency preparedness, and budget stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent education, training and experience considered.
• Minimum of four years in airport operations, maintenance, security, or management with leadership experience.
• ASC certification within 90 days of employment and ability to obtain required security clearances.
• Strong knowledge of FAA/TSA and other regulatory requirements.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Operations, Maintenance, and Security.
• Direct safe, efficient operation and maintenance of airport facilities, airfields, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, TSA, and local regulations and oversee safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Education

Aviation Management / Airport Management degree

Job description

Naples Airport Authority serves the community with a purpose of providing a safe, efficient and financially sustainable airport that best serves the overall interests of the community.

THE POSITION

Lead an exceptional team. Help shape an exciting future. Live where others vacation.

The Naples Airport Authority (NAA) is seeking an accomplished, forward-thinking Director of Operations & Maintenance to help lead our airport into an exciting new chapter. With American Airlines service launching in December 2026, investments in airport facilities, and a thriving general aviation community, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact at a pivotal moment in our airport’s history.

Located in one of Florida’s premier Gulf Coast resort destinations, Naples offers beautiful beaches, spectacular sunsets, championship golf, outstanding dining, and a vibrant arts community. Your next career move could bring together meaningful leadership and an exceptional coastal lifestyle.

At NAA, excellence extends to the employee experience. Recognized among the Best Places to Work in Southwest Florida for four consecutive years, we celebrate a culture of collaboration, professional growth, and pride in service. Our honors include recognition for workforce development, sustainability, and the nationally ranked service of our FBO, Naples Aviation.

Join us to lead dedicated operations, maintenance, and security teams, strengthen the safety and reliability of our airport, and deliver on our customer service vision: “Excellence from arrival to departure.”

Some of the position duties include:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Operations, Maintenance, and Security departments.
• Direct the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of airport facilities, airfields, infrastructure, vehicles, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FAA, TSA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Oversee airport certification, safety, security, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Authority’s Safety Management System (SMS).
• Oversee emergency preparedness, response, and recovery activities, including coordination with emergency response agencies.
• Direct airport maintenance programs, inspections, repairs, and construction-related safety activities.
• Lead departmental staffing, employee development, performance management, and succession planning.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, resources, capital equipment needs, and long-range planning initiatives.
• Collaborate with airport departments, regulatory agencies, tenants, contractors, and community stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Airport Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education, training, and experience considered.
• Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in airport operations, maintenance, security, or airport management, including leadership or management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of airport operations, facilities, airfield maintenance, FBO operations, and safety and security requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable FAA, TSA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Experience overseeing airport operations, maintenance programs, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and security activities.
• Experience managing departmental budgets, capital improvement projects, and operational resources.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required airport security clearances and access privileges.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with driving record meeting Authority standards required.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Excellent benefits package, including $0 cost to employees for medical and dental coverage.
• Vacation, personal leave, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Annual incentive award and career development programs.
• Tuition and education reimbursement up to $7,000 a year.
• Employee wellness program with activities and incentives.
• Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Southwest Florida!

Starting Salary: $138,944 annually

EOE/V/H/Male/Female/Drug-Free Workplace. Veterans’ preference is provided for eligible positions. Must be able to obtain a Florida driver’s license within the first 30 days of employment.