Senior Airport Operations Officer

County of Ventura (CA) - Ventura, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Ventura, CA

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Senior Airport Operations Officer may be assigned to both Camarillo and Oxnard airports in rotating shifts depending on business needs. Under supervision, they patrol the airports; monitor operations; provide security, safety, aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) and emergency assistance when needed; greet, assist, and provide information to the public in the performance of routine duties and special assignments; assure compliance with airport rules, regulations, and ordinances and perform related work as required. The ideal candidate will have considerable experience in airport operations leading to a solid understanding of Federal Aviation Administration and Transportation Security Administration regulations including knowledge of FAR Part 107 (small unmanned aircraft systems). A degree in airport/aviation administration/management and intermediate level skills in MS Word, Excel, and database tools are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure continuity of airport operations at Camarillo and Oxnard Airports including safe operation of aircraft, public safety, security, communications, and public services.
• Monitor airport operations and provide guidance and direction to ensure compliance with safety and security requirements set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
• Conduct airfield and facility inspections including Spill Prevention Control and Counter-measure (SPCC) and the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP); verify compliance with FAA's Part 139 Standards and on airport markings, lighting, aircraft navigation systems, and weather station systems.
• Respond to questions and inquiries from the public, law enforcement, and oversight agencies in a clear, calm, and thorough manner; promote good public relations for the Airports and the County of Ventura.
• Enforce federal, state, and local laws, as well as rules and regulations related to the operation of airports including County of Ventura and Airport ordinances; issue citations and notice of violations.
• Complete accurate and thorough reports on work performed each shift (DAR) and submit to airport managers via use of MS Word, Excel and other database tools.
• Interface with airport tenants and the public; liaison with federal, state and local agencies; monitor construction activities and special events.
• Respond with ARFF apparatus for airport emergencies and situations that may involve loss of human life and property.
• Administer transient and landing fees programs.
• Dissipate wildlife activity at both airports.
• Coordinate with the air traffic control tower in order to escort personnel and equipment onto the airport movement areas and within the airport's restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, accidents, inquiries, problems, complaints or unusual situations involving airlines, passengers, law enforcement, and tenants; coordinate public safety response to emergencies including Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services during emergency situations.
• Issue Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs).
• Perform administrative and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• A minimum of two (2) years' experience working at a general aviation, military, or commercial service airport performing airport operations duties and/or aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) duties.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain and maintain, a current valid California driver license.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR).
• Must pass the Airfield Driver Training requirements within seven (7) days of hire.
• Possession of the American Association of Airports Executives (AAAE) Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Certification in Airfield Operations.
• Possession of one of the following: AAAE ACE certification in Airport Security or AAAE Airport Master Firefighter Certification.

Nice-to-haves

• A degree in airport/aviation administration/management.
• Intermediate skills in MS Word, Excel, and database tools.
• Knowledge of FAR Part 107 (small unmanned aircraft systems).

Benefits

• Educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree.
• Bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
• Overtime compensation.