Manager, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

The Port Authority of NY & NJ; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Manager, Safety & Regulatory Compliance with extensive FAR Part 139 knowledge to lead regulatory, certification, safety and emergency management initiatives across our five airport system. The role reports to the Assistant Director, Aviation Department and oversees certification, safety, and SMS programs.

Responsibilities include aligning with airport operations and ARFF teams, conducting audits, and shaping national standards, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related field; minimum five (5) years of regulatory and airport operational experience/Part 139 operations at a commercial service airport.
• Master’s degree and relevant certifications are desirable (e.g., Part 139, AAAE, NIMS).
• Demonstrated leadership capability with ability to develop and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the division in Aviation Operations to achieve outstanding FAR Part 139 inspections and maintain ACM and FAA Advisory Circular compliance.
• Manage audits of day-to-day airport activities to ensure Part 139 compliance.
• Oversee the Airport Rules and Regulations program and coordinate updates/changes.
• Represent the organization at industry meetings and influence national standards.
• Oversee Part 139 training including ARFF, wildlife, and driver training records management.
• Review annual certification results and plan remediation and continuous improvement.
• Manage a team of certification and safety experts to meet stakeholder needs.
• Schedule and facilitate quarterly Director’s Operations and Maintenance Roundtable.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related field

Master's degree in Aviation Management or related field

Job description

About the Role

The Aviation Department of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is currently seeking a Manager, Safety & Regulatory Compliance with extensive knowledge of, and experience with, Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 139 to lead the execution of essential regulatory, airport certification, safety and emergency management initiatives for our airport system.

Reporting to the Assistant Director, Aviation Department, the Manager, Safety & Regulatory Compliance will lead their division in Aviation Operations and is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of essential functions for stakeholders at the Port Authority’s system of five airports (JFK, LGA, EWR, SWF, and TEB). These functions include Airport Certification & Safety, Emergency Preparedness and Safety Management Systems (SMS).

Responsibilities

• Work with airport operations, maintenance, wildlife, and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) staff to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive, systematic, and consistent plans to ensure that the airports achieve outstanding results on annual Part 139 airport certification inspections and to establish goal-driven management plans to meet FAR Part 139 requirements.
• Managing individual unit projects as necessary, to include supporting the Aviation SMS Manager with the implementation of SMS, to ensure accomplishment of project goals.
• Managing audits of the airport’s day-to-day activities to ensure compliance with Part 139 requirements, the Airport Certification Manual (ACM) and FAA Advisory Circulars.
• Conducting reviews and analysis of the airport self-inspection program and identifying trends and recommending improvements.
• Managing the Airport Rules and Regulations program including coordination of updates/changes.
• Representing the organization at industry meetings on areas of expertise and working to influence national standards in a manner aligned with Port Authority experience and airport needs.
• Providing oversight of all Part 139 training, including ARFF, wildlife, and driver training records management.
• Reviewing and analyzing the results of annual certification inspections and developing plans for immediate remediation and continuous improvement.
• Effectively managing the performance and output of a team of certification and safety experts to meet the needs of stakeholders.
• Scheduling, agenda setting, and facilitating the quarterly Director’s Operations and Maintenance Roundtable.
• Reporting to the Port Authority Agency EOC in Jersey City, NJ and/or participating virtually, to work emergencies and/or weather-related events (i.e. significant snowfall events), outside of normal working hours, inclusive of nighttime 12-hour shifts (as needed).

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid state issued Driver’s license.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Aviation Management or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant regulatory and airport operational experience/Part 139 operations at a commercial service airport.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Aviation Management or related field.
• Recommended industry background and certification in one or more of the following:
  • Private Pilot Certificate
  • Air traffic control license
  • Federal Aviation Part 139 certification
  • American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Certification in Operations and Security
  • Certification in AAAE’s Certified Member (CM) Program or Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) Program
  • National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, with the ability to manage, develop and motivate staff.
• Experience working in the aviation industry, preferably airport/airline operations and safety as they pertain to Part 139.
• Experience developing methods of meeting regulations given cost and resource constraints.

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation, Benefits & On-Site Collaboration Requirements

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement. for more information about benefits, our culture, and career development opportunities.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is:

Minimum: $132,964 Midpoint: $172,867 Maximum: $212,758

In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week, subject to operational and business needs.