Airport Maintenance & Operations Manager en City of McKinney, TX

About the Department

WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY
Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job.  It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.  It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation.  Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That’s why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.

OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace.   However, we also look after and support one another.  All of us are guided by four employee-generated values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE).  We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture.  All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).

SUMMARY OF POSITION
Under the general  supervision of the Airport Director, the purpose of this position is to oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of McKinney National Airport (TKI). This individual will work to ensure accordance and compliance with all federal, state and local directives, policies, procedures, and plans, while allocating resources and managing the ongoing inspections, maintenance, and technical support activities required to ensure that operations and facilities are maintained in a safe, efficient and effective manner. 

Position Duties

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES 
In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees. 

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
• Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

• Manages the Airport Maintenance department to ensure airfield and airport facility maintenance is conducted properly and in a timely manner and  according to city, state and federal regulations, rules and laws. Assists with project management for airfield capital infrastructure improvements. Ensures that the airport is operated in accordance with City ordinance and all State and Federal regulations.
• Manages the Airport Operations department to ensure compliance, safety and security, to include badging, access control, escorting are conducted per airport and FAA directives. 
• ·Manages airport self-inspection program in compliance with federal directives, standards and guidelines
• Oversees, and participates in the recruiting, interviewing and selection of all Airport and FBO employees. 
• Oversees, maintains and reviews all aspects of the airport security program to include the airports access control system, perimeter security, airports remote camera system and investigation of security breaches.   
• Oversees the airport badging department and the issuance of airport credentials.  
• Oversees Airport Emergency Plan and the airports response to emergencies and incidents.  Acts as the primary on-call management representative to oversee the response to all airport emergencies. 
• Participates in the development and preparation of exercises of emergency response, disaster preparedness and airport evacuation plans.
• Oversees the Airport Operations and Maintenance budget. Assists in the preparation of annual operating budget to support airport operations and maintenance; Reviews budget status within areas of responsibility, coordinates efforts with Airport Director, and plans work program and projects in coordination with budget activities and available assets. 
• Maintains, updates, administers, and implements operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory programs, including, but not limited to, FAA Grant Assurances, Airport Rules and Regulations, Airport Minimum Standards, Letters of Agreement (LOA), Wildlife Hazard Management Plan Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Spill Prevention and Countermeasure Control Plan (SPCC), Pavement Management Plan (PMP), Snow and Ice Control Plan (SICP) and Air Traffic Control Tower agreements.
• Oversees airport development and construction projects working with engineering consultants, architects, surveyors and contractors. Ensures compliance with Safety and Phasing Plans for all Movement Area and AOA construction projects, prioritizing safety with minimal impact to operations.
• Develops, coordinates and updates policies, standard operating procedures, to enhance aviation safety, ensuring that airport directives are current and monitors activity for deviations from federal, state and airport operating regulations.
• Develops, performs and/or coordinates employee, tenant, and contractor training on airport operations and related programs, as required.
• Assures that airport users and tenants comply with all pertinent policies, laws, rules and regulations to achieve and maintain discrepancy-free annual inspections. 
• Reviews payroll and timekeeping for accuracy and completeness. 
• Coordinates and communicates with stakeholders on FAR Part 77 airspace analyses and determinations regarding proposed construction that may impact the airport’s airspace. Monitors the airport environment for compliance with FAR Part 77 regulations.
• Oversees the administration of the TxDOT Aviation Routine Airport Maintenance Program (RAMP) grant.
• Oversees Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) to accurately reflect current airport conditions and maintains the NOTAM Authorization list.
• Serves as airport liaison for all ARFF and law enforcement related issues.
• Interprets and implements all actions associated with and required by FAA Advisory Circulars and Cert Alerts.
• Mentors and develops by providing leadership and coaching that promotes professional development of staff both technically and interpersonally to foster a strong, highly motivated culture 
• Provides timely, accurate and thorough performance evaluations for supervised employees.
• Coordinates, monitors, and assists with the Noise Complaint Hotline and other elements of the airports Flying Friendly Initiative, as necessary.
• Builds and maintains relationships with airport tenants and stakeholders.
• Assists Airport Director with special projects and studies, as directed.
• Performs routine inspections of the airfield, City-owned infrastructure, facilities and construction activities.

• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

• Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided. 
• Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
• Knowledge of FAA and state rules, regulations and laws regarding airport operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and/or information. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.  
• Ability to apply principles of persuasion and/or influence.  
• Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
• Ability to utilize a variety of advisory and design data and information, such as FAA Advisory Circulars and Federal Aviation Regulations, airport manuals, aviation maps, aircraft approach and departure routes, business journals, policy manuals, computer documents, blueprints, and the Internet.
• Ability to calculate decimals and percentages; ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; ability to compute discount, interest, profit and loss, ratio and proportion; ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures.
• Ability to apply principles of rational systems. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.  Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
• Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties that are often characterized by frequent change.
• Ability to conduct simple movements requiring moderate coordination, such as utilizing a compass, flight computer, VHF radio, and computer. 
• Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to display flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.

Bachelor’s degree in Airport Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or closely related field; supplemented by five (5) years previous experience in a leadership position within airport operations and maintenance,

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Member (C.M.) designation through The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE).

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver’s License.

Other Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). 

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Tasks may risk exposure to extreme heat/cold, wildlife, traffic hazards, exposure to chemicals, or extreme weather conditions.


The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.