AIRPORT MANAGER

Salary : $67,513.38 - $74,264.72 Annually
Location : Summerville, SC, SC
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 02455
Department: AIRPORT
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern


Description


This position may close prior to posted closing date if a highly qualified candidate is identified.


The purpose of this job is to plan, direct and supervise the daily operations of Dorchester County airports as well as to perform related professional, administrative and supervisory work as required. The class plans, organizes and implements programs within major organizational policies. The Airports Manager is responsible for the general operations and development of the airports in Summerville and St. George as a critical economic benefit for Dorchester County.


This position develops organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Manages terminal building maintenance and airport horizontal infrastructure.
• Oversees daily FBO operations, including fueling services, customer service, aircraft marshaling, ground handling, crew support, and coordination with rental car agencies. (Supported by Line Service job duties: greeting visitors, coordinating rental cars, supporting customers).
• Ensures FBO revenue streams (fuel, parking, hangars, services) are optimized through correct pricing, accurate billing, inventory tracking, and customer experience management.
• Ensures compliance with FAA, NFPA, EPA, and industry standards for fuel quality, storage, and handling.
• Oversees fuel inventory management, including delivery inspections, storage facility checks, quality-control logs, and record keeping. (Supported by Line Service duties such as inspecting fuel shipments, maintaining fuel records, and inspecting fuel storage areas).
• Supervises fuel truck operations, fuel training programs, and safe fueling procedures for all aircraft types.
• Coordinates with vendors for fuel ordering, tank inspections, and maintenance.
• Engages with airport users, stakeholders, and the community.
• Drafts and/or reviews local policies and procedures ensuring compliance with federal and state guidance.
• Develops and executes strategic improvement plans.
• Directs and executes airport operating expenses and revenue.
• Drafts emergency response plans and coordinate aviation mishaps with NTSB and FAA.
• Manages contracts/agreements for airfield mowing, aircraft parking, and commercial businesses operating at the airport.
• Conducting daily inspections of terminal facilities, fueling areas, hangars, and grounds.
• Providing aircraft refueling using appropriate fuel types and safety procedures.
• Operating aircraft tugs, ground support equipment, and towing aircraft to parking, hangars, and service areas.
• Monitoring UNICOM radio and issuing airport advisories to inbound pilots.
• Greeting customers, supporting flight schools, coordinating rentals, and transporting passengers as needed.
• Completing fuel logs, inspection records, customer invoices, and related documentation.
• Performing general clerical tasks including document preparation, filing, fee collection, and customer support.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Aviation or related discipline.
• Eight years of aviation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Designation as an Accredited Airport Executive is desired.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested. This is a safety sensitive position and employees holding this position have the responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. This position is subject to random drug testing.
E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.
For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:
Benefits for County Employees
County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.
Healthcare Benefits
(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.
Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.
Workplace Benefits
In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.
Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers or copy and paste the same answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Aviation or related discipline?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least eight (8) years of aviation or an equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No

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Have you worked at a general aviation airport or commercial airport?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess an Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) designation? Preferred

• Yes
• No

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Please describe the busiest airport that you have worked for and your role and responsibilities at that airport. This information should be reflected in your application.
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Do you have a commercial pilot's license (commercial certificate with instrument rating)? If so, please provide pilot license number.
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Briefly describe your working knowledge of airport operations, management, and development including AIP (Airport Improvement Plan).
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Please describe your knowledge of modern practices and principles of accounting and budgeting as applied to airport operations.
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Please describe your experience establishing and maintaining effective working relations with the public, regulators, the aviation community, FBOs, an aeronautics board or airport commission, and other municipal agencies and county decision makers.
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Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment. Also, indicate timeframe of unemployment under work history.
Required Question