Airport Operations Specialist (PCN 253837)

JOB
ATTENTION ALL ALASKA RESIDENTSThe Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Anchorage International Airport, is looking for an Airport Operations Specialist, to help us Keep Alaska Moving!What you will be doing: This position is responsible for functionally managing operations of airport terminals, adjacent aircraft parking, and landside areas. This includes seasonal and daily air carrier scheduling of Airport operated aircraft gates and remote parking spots used by more than 30 air carriers. This position will make decisions to create, update and implement the gate management protocols and airport landside activities and ensure compliance with all Federal Regulations as applicable for FAA, TSA and CBP.Our organization, mission, and culture: The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans. The benefits of joining our team: Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/.The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public. The working environment you can expect: This position is located at Anchorage International Airport in the North Terminal.Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility. Who we are looking for: To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies: Airport Operations: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, methods, and procedures of airfield, air terminal, commercial or general aviation, landside functions and operations, and security operations subject to FAA, TSA, state or military rules and regulations.Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.Special Note: This position requires a valid Alaska driver's license.To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Two years experience resolving aircraft operating area (AOA) issues and experience involving commercial or general aviation operations, terminal operations, landside operations, or overseeing snow removal and airport and runway safety operations, subject to FAA, state, or military rules and regulations. The required experience includes work such as an Airport Operations Officer with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.(NOTE: Qualifying military experience must reflect ground, airside and landside operations control experience to be considered qualifying or equivalent.)Special Note: If an incumbent is required to use a firearm to assist in controlling wildlife hazards at the airport, he or she must be able to comply with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208). Any person convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is ineligible for appointment to a position that requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition.Candidates for this class must be eligible for an airport identification badge in accordance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations (49 CFR 1542), which requires fingerprinting and a background check.Employees are subject to recall.Employees are required to possess a current Alaska driver's license.Employees may be required to maintain first aid certification.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following: Name: Kristi Sutherland-Cheema, Administrative Operations ManagerPhone: (907) 266-2107Email: kristi.sutherland-cheema@alaska.gov