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City of Hot Springs Municipal Airport ManagerPOSITION TITLE: Airport ManagerEmployer: City of Hot Springs, 303 N. River Street Hot Springs, SD 57747Area of Employment: Hot Springs Municipal Airport 27858 US HWY 385, Hot Springs, SD 57747Work Hours/Days: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM &ndash; 5:00 PM although shifts may vary; callouts possibleCLASSIFICATION: Full-Time Employee, Non-exemptWage: DOEQ-$14.39-17.99/hr. TOSIMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: City AdministratorPOSITIONS SUPERVISED: Airport Maintenance Operator ISUMMARY DESCRIPTIONThe Airport Manager serves as the Department Head of the Hot Springs Municipal Airport and is responsible for the day-to-day business and long-term visioning of the Hot Springs Municipal Airport. The Airport Managers primary responsibility is to ensure the airport facility is maintained in accordance with Federal Aviation and South Dakota Department of Transportation Regulations for the safe arrival and departure of general aviation aircraft. Additional requirements of the position include; protecting city assets, providing aviators and the general public with information, document and inform appropriate authorities of safety hazards, maintain records of operations, and lead in executing the Airport Master Plan. The Airport Manager also works with the City Administration and the Airport Engineering Consultants to ensure the planning and operation of the Airport meets all State and Federal rules and guidelines.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Manage all services and activities of the Hot Springs Municipal Airport, including contracted services2. Attends to emergency calls, emergency fuel request, and other types of calls to maintain a safe and efficient operation of the airport3. Research, evaluate, recommend and assist in the writing of grant proposals and other funding requests to Federal and State Agencies4. Determine runway conditions and manage airport closures and FAA notifications as required5. Inform tenants of airport, fire department and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules, regulations, policies, safety measures and lease requirements6. Conduct formal and informal inspections to ensure compliance. Document and inform appropriate authorities of safety hazards if they cannot be resolved internally7. Research and recommend capital improvements, prepare justifications, grant requests and other documentation as necessary8. Lead in the drafting and execution of the Airport Master Plan with the airport engineering consultants, participate in the coordination with various City departments as required9. Recommend eviction or lesser action where tenants refuse to comply with established rules, regulation or policies mandated in lease agreements10. Maintain records of current lease agreements11. Maintain and repair all electrical lighting of airport; beacon and runway lights and weather reporting system12. Select, train, motivate, supervise and evaluate Airport staff; assign duties and responsibilities, delegate assignments; make work schedules, training plans; participate in conducting performance evaluations; work with those supervised to correct deficiencies and participate in implementing corrective actions13. Represent the Airport department in meetings with other City departments or outside agencies concerning matters affecting the Airport14. Develop strategies, and promotional events to raise public awareness of the essential needs a municipal airport provides for the community15. Develop and adhere to the annual budget for the Airport16. Maintain department inventory lists and supply annually to Finance Department17. Perform related duties as requiredPERIPHERAL DUTIES1. Coordinate with other City departments to ensure Airport services and business is conducted in a timely and efficient manner2. Develop marketing and promotional events to raise the awareness and overall usage of the Airport3. Review and make recommendation the City of Hot Springs on requests from persons seeking to conduct activities at the airport4. Provide custodial services for all city owned facilities on the airport5. Demonstrate proficient operation of heavy equipment and perform general light maintenance6. Provide snow removal from all runways, taxiways and aircraft parking ramp and grounds keeping services including turf maintenance around runway lighting, runways, taxiways and ramp and buildings as required for the safe operation of aircraftWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, and smell, and frequently sign legal documents and/or plans. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Incumbent must maintain the necessary mental and emotional capacities required for the successful performance of the duties and responsibilities of the position.The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, or moderately loud when in the field.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS1. High school diploma or equivalent2. Valid driver&rsquo;s license3. Self-motivated and ability to perform well without supervision4. Ability to make effective presentation to the City Council, commissions, community and business organizations and other stakeholdersoTHER DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS1. Preference will be given for a Private Pilot, Light Sport, or aircraft maintenance license holder2. Ability to work with the public3. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing4. Ability to create effective working relationships with employees and the public5. SD Dept of Agriculture and Natural Resources Class G Commercial Applicators Licensenecessary knowledge, skills and abilities1. Must have an understanding of General Aviation practices sufficient to efficiently perform duties associated with managing a municipal airport2. Ability to develop and work within an annual budget3. Strong communication skills, ability to interact well with the public4. Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community5. Understanding of airport safety procedures as related to General Aviation6. Ability to interpret and apply Federal Aviation Regulations, South Dakota Dept. of Transportation and local policies and procedures, laws and regulations required to manage a municipal airport7. Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with contractors, consultants, advisory bodies, city staff, residents, businesses and other governmental agencies and the general public8. Ability to use Microsoft Office suite and Internet; capable of sending and receiving email and faxApplication review processFormal application required, resume with experience, education, qualifications recommended; possible interview and reference check; some job-related tests may be required.The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $17.99 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>People with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In person

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