Municipal Airport Operations Manager

The City of Monett has an opening for Airport Operations Manager at the Monett Regional Airport. This is a full-time, benefits eligible, exempt salary-position, including LAGERs (L-6) retirement benefits, paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid holidays. The position will remain open until filled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Direct daily operations of airport activities and staff.
• Manage property and grounds maintenance, such as landscaping, mowing, weed-eating, and runway maintenance such as snow removal, runway light repairs, etc.
• Manage departmental budgets, financials, and reports.
• Manage Airport planning and projects.
• Oversee negotiations of agreements and leases in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Maintain Airport Safety and Emergency procedures and ensure safety inspections are conducted and documented as required.
• Communicate effectively with public and private entities, businesses and the Airport Commission.
• Deploy marketing strategies that promote the Monett Regional Airport.
• Manage processes of aircraft fueling procedures and systems of handling aircraft and airport equipment.
• Ensure proper compliance with all Missouri Department of Transportation and Federal Regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local rules and regulations pertaining to airport management, safety, aircraft rescue and firefighting, aviation fueling, wildlife hazard management, security, and aircraft operations.
• Working knowledge of all airport systems including pavements, electrical systems, aviation fuel systems, heavy equipment, computerized equipment, lighting, storm water drainage, aircraft de-icing, communication systems, and all aviation navigational systems.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget, make budget recommendations and resolve budget issues.
• Ability to direct, supervise, hire, and evaluate subordinate personnel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, state and federal agencies, and other City employees.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and quick learner.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in airport administration, public administration, public safety, aviation or equivalent is required, with minimum of 3 years of responsible Airport management and related supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The City of Monett is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $55,265.00 - $65,027.00 per year

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person