Supervise and manage assigned Airside Operations team members to support the continuity of airport operations at TUS and RYN in compliance with FAR Part 139 or other applicable federal rules and regulations, to include the emergency preparedness and emergency response, construction activities and maintenance functions, special projects, public safety, security, communications, and passenger services. Ensure work efforts are aligned with the Strategic Plan priorities; track and document work activities; measure and evaluate results. Supervise, manage and coordinate the closure of the airfield or restrict airspace (issue single, multiple and rolling NOTAMs or TFRs for operational, safety, construction, maintenance, emergency events, etc.); coordinate/interact with FAA Air Traffic Office (Air Traffic Control Tower, TRACON, Center); coordinate departure windows and airspace access for special user groups; comprehend, process and follow simultaneous instructions from the FAA ATCT (air and ground).
Position Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree; an aviation management degree is preferred; three (3) years of responsible experience at a FAR Part 139 certificated commercial service airport or military airport in operations or maintenance; prior two years of supervisory experience is desirable.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) FAR Part 139, Advisory Circulars (AC's), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Standards, Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) standards, National Incident Management Systems (NIMS)/lncident Command Structure (ICS), Safety Management System (SMS), and all other pertinent Local, State, and Federal codes, regulations and standards is helpful.
Airport operations including airport security, federal certification requirements, aircraft firefighting and rescue policies, practices and procedures.
Changes in Federal, State and Local laws likely to affect the TAA in the areas of airport operations and safety.
The organization-wide mission and goals, and how these relate to division, department, team, and individual projects and initiatives.
Skill in:
Organization, oral, listening, and written communications, proof-reading, critical thinking and multi-tasking.
Environmental Conditions - Work in high-noise environment; extreme seasonal weather when necessary.
Mental Requirements
Make effective training presentations.
Exercise effective customer service and public relations practices and procedures.
Physical Requirements
Communicate in English via telephone, radio, and cellular telephone, in a high noise environment, with sufficient clarity to be understood by others.
Distinguish colors by a practical test in all lighting conditions of standard airport lighting system colors and Air Traffic Control Tower light-gun signals, and identify fuel grade color code markings, and actual samples of various fuels.
Hear and understand through both ears, sounds coming through a radio, a standard telephone receiver, or other outside sound sources.
Read, write, and speak the English language in an articulate, fluent manner, ability to speak Spanish or another second language is helpful, but is not required.
Lifting occasionally up to 45 pounds.
General
Work all shifts of a 24-hour per day period, including evenings/weekends/holidays, and be on-call.
Be available 24/7 /365 to respond to TUS or RYN in the event of an emergency.
Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with department personnel, other TAA personnel, and outside agencies.
Understand that dissemination of information outside of job requirements is based on "need-to-know" and maintain discreet and professional sense of confidentiality due to sensitive nature of job functions.
Operate a computer, and any other computer software appropriate for assigned position.
Improve job knowledge and work effectiveness through educational courses, training programs, work related seminars, and workshops; engage in self-improvement activities and training.
License; Certificate; Special Requirements
Valid Arizona Driver's license.
Meet and maintain the ability to drive airport vehicles and obtain authorization to access the Non-Movement Area and Movement Area on the Air Operations Area.
Must obtain and maintain access to the Security Identification Display Area (SIDA).
Must successfully complete the following training requirements: o FAA Advanced Airport Safety and Operations Specialist (ASOS), or TAA-approved equivalent, training within twelve (12) months. o National Incident Management System Requirements and Certification (ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 courses within twelve (12) months and 300 a n d 400 courses within twenty-four (24) months of employment). o Earn AAAE Certified Member (C.M.) certification within twenty-four (24) months of employment o Earn AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE)-Airport Operations certification within twelve (12) months of employment or promotion.
As an employee, you are deemed to be essential personnel as part of TAA's Emergency Response Team, and must respond to airport incidents, as requested/required.
The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA), formed in 1948, is dedicated to providing Tucsonans and visitors to Southern Arizona with excellence in aviation services and facilities, hallmarked by unparalleled safety, security and customer service. Running airports is our passion and we are great at it!
Why join our team? Not only are we passionate about aerospace, TAA’s most valuable resource is our people. Come join a culture that encourages and celebrates diversity, creativity, growth and collaboration. TAA offers competitive salaries, benefit packages, Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, and education reimbursement benefits to promote work-life balance and improve employee lives, both personally and professional. Apply today and join the TAA team!