Operations Specialist I

Columbia Metropolitan Airport; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Metropolitan Airport seeks a qualified professional to manage airport facility operations, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in daily activities. You will coordinate inspections, security procedures, and staff training across airport tenants and operations teams.

The role involves customer-facing duties, NOTAM issuance, and collaboration during irregular operations and events to support efficient airport functioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution OR High School Diploma/Equivalent AND four years of relevant work experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid SC driver’s license.
• Security Threat Assessment (STA) and Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conducts scheduled inspections of Airfield, Terminal, construction, and airport property.
• Ensures compliance with FAA, TSA, state, local, and airport regulations.
• Participates in airport security badge issuance for required employees.
• Coordinates facility usage during irregular operations and special events.
• Coordinates gate, ticket counter, and baggage claim assignments.
• Provides training to airport and tenant employees as required.
• Interacts with tenants and travelers to provide customer service.
• Issues NOTAMs as required.
• Supports tenant inspections and escort services as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Inspection

Regulatory compliance

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree in Airport/Aviation/related field

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: West Columbia, SC 29170, Salary Range: $25.69 Hourly, Position Summary

Works under direct supervision to manage the operation of airport facilities in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs a variety of strategic tasks relative to the efficiency of the day-to-day operations of the Department and the Airport.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts scheduled inspections of the Airfield, Terminal building, construction projects, and Airport owned property as required.
• Ensures the Airport is compliant with FAA, TSA, State, Local, and Airport rules and regulations.
• Participates in the Airport security badge issuance process for all employees requiring an airport issued security badge.
• Coordinates the usage of Airport facilities during Irregular Operations, adverse weather events and other special events.
• Coordinates Common Use gate, ticket counter, and baggage claim assignments.
• Provides training to Airport and tenant employees as required.
• Routinely interacts with and provides customer service to Airport tenants and the traveling public.
• Issues Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) as required.
• Ensures tenant compliance with the Airport Rules and Regulations and supporting documents.
• Supports charter flights by conducting required inspections and coordination.
• Conducts tenant delivery inspections as required.
• Provides escort services to personnel without Airport issued security badges as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution OR High School Diploma/Equivalent AND four years of relevant work experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid S.C. driver's license.
• Successfully complete a Security Threat Assessment (STA) and Criminal History Records Check (CHRC).

Other Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Airport or Aviation/Aerospace Management, Aviation/Aerospace Science, Business or Public Administration, or another related field.
• Prior experience with a Fixed Base Operator (FBO), airline, air cargo carrier, airfield maintenance, and/or airport emergency services, or possession of a Private Pilot Certificate.

Physical and Other Special Requirements

• Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments.
• Exposure to the following workplace conditions and hazards:
  • Noise, chemicals, and other contaminants.
  • Moving mechanical hazards.
  • Extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, to:
  • Read runway friction measurements.
  • Visually detect damage, deterioration, or defects in airport and airfield structures, fixtures, and furnishings that could potentially affect safe aircraft operations.
• Must have sufficient auditory ability, with or without audiological devices, to:
  • Decipher radio communications.
  • Hear alarms and other warning signals.
  • Hear vehicle signals indicating forward or backward motion.
• Must be able to tolerate noise levels of up to 120 decibels.
• Must be able to work in close proximity to 480-volt power sources.
• This class specification is not all-inclusive and is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the job.
• Employees may be asked to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks beyond those specifically listed in the specification.
• Essential functions and requirements will be evaluated as necessary if an incumbent or applicant is unable to perform them due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for an incumbent or applicant with a qualifying disability when possible.