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City of Chicago CHIEF AIRPORT OPERATIONS SUPVSR in Chicago, Illinois
Description:
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Chief Airport Operations Supervisor, BX19 - $94,992.00
Chicago Department of Aviation
Number of Positions: One (1) (Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Coordinates and directs airfield operations activities, including the inspection of airfield facilities, issuance and cancellation of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) on airfield status, and the receiving and relaying of airfield maintenance requests.
Develops and implements new and revised operating procedures to improve operating efficiency.
Ensures the timely and accurate maintenance of records and operations logs concerning airfield activities and service requests.
Directs and monitors inspection of airfield facilities (e.g., runways, taxiways, ramps, aeronautical lighting) to ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
Monitors airfield activities to ensure minimal disruptions in airfield traffic.
Orders runway closings and openings and initiates corrective measures in response to irregularities found during inspections.
· Develops, coordinates, and manages airfield snow removal programs. Off hour shifts will be required during the winter months for management coverage on all three shifts.
Responds to atypical and emergency airfield situations and directs the provision of airfield access to municipal and federal agencies.
Assists in the investigation of airfield accidents and incidents.
Reviews operations logs and directs the preparation of related reports.
Determines priorities, prepares work schedules and oversees staff and private contractors in maintenance activities (e.g., snow removal, grass cutting).
Establishes operating procedures and work standards for airport operations staff and evaluates staff performance.
Coordinates and directs staff training activities and maintains records in accordance with FAA regulations and departmental requirements.
Responds to inquiries regarding the status of airfield facilities and maintenance issues.
Attends meetings with FAA, construction contractors, and airport design engineers, as required.
Work with Director of SMS to implement, grow and finally maintain the ORD SMS program.
Additional duties may be required for this position.
Location: CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION
Address: 10510 W. Zemke Road, Chicago
Shift: Varies
Hours: Varies
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Aviation Management or a directly related field, plus four years of airfield operations work experience, of which two years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
NOTE: The candidate selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).
NOTE: Must obtain airfield certification within six months of hire.
NOTE: This position is subject to work off hour shifts as required 24/7/365.
NOTE: This position requires a VALID LICENSE at the time of hire.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:
Previous airport or airfield work experience.
Previous work experience involving monitoring and disseminating weather related information.
Previous work experience working in Airport Management.
Knowledge of MS Office applications.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
City of Chicago
Brandon Johnson, Mayor
Please note, all positions with the City of Chicago close promptly at 11:59pm. Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59p.m. on June 25, 2024 . No exceptions will be made.