ALB - Airport Operations Supervisor

Airport Operations Supervisor

Assists the Operations Manager in the performance of operation and security functions at the Airport.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supervises the performance of daily inspections of the Air Operations Area (AOA) to ensure compliance with FAR Parts 139 and CFR Part 1542.
• Ensures compliance with the provisions of the Airport Certification Manual (ACM), Emergency Plan, Vehicle Access Plan, Snow Removal Plan, Airport Rules and Regulations, Security Program and other plans required to comply with FAR Part 139, CFR Part 1542 and other applicable local, State and Federal regulations.
• Ensures and assists in the coordination and supervision of construction activity on the airport.
• Enforces Airport Rules and Regulations.
• Coordinates and assists in snow removal operations, aircraft salvage, and operational emergencies with airlines, tenants, operators and outside agencies.
• Monitors tenant and operator compliance with noise abatement procedures and other operations constraints.
• Conducts security inspections and continually monitors airfield security to ensure compliance with FAR Part 139 and CFR Part 1542.
• Assumes the authority and responsibilities of the Operations Manager in emergency situations until relieved.
• Enforces CFR Part 1542 regarding access and identification of personnel within the Security Identification Display Area (SIDA).
• Ensures the monitoring of the Glycol Containment system in accordance with the Best Management Practices guidelines.
• Assists with noise abatement by receiving and logging complaints.
• Reports irregularities such as fire or airfield safety hazards and breeches of security.
• Issues NOTAMS runway condition reports and other NOTAMS as required to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Airport.
• Sounds alarm and contacts police or ARFF Department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons. Permits authorized persons to enter AOA.
• Operates paging system to inform management of aircraft codes or other emergencies.
• Supervises the collection and dissemination of data such as property or personal injury claims, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning machinery or equipment for use of management staff.
• In the absence of senior management, this position will represent the Airport Manager in routine operational matters and emergency conditions.
• When assigned, inspect and monitor airport service levels.
• Participates in Total Quality Management Programs.

Management responsibilities include directly supervising two or more non-supervisory employees in the Operations Department and carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four year college or university with a degree in Aviation Management preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid New York State Driver's License as a condition of employment.

Physical demands include regularly using hands to finger, handle, or feel; talking; hearing; standing; walking; sitting; reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work environment includes exposure to areas trafficked by small and large aircraft and other vehicles; fumes or airborne particles; and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment on the airfield is usually very loud.