Description

Under the general direction of the Airport Manager the Assistant Manager of Operations plans, directs, and inspects the overall Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting, Operations, and Maintenance functions of the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport to assure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations including Federal Aviation Regulations Part 139 and associated Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Regulations. Essential functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Essential Functions:
* Plans, develops, and supervises activities of the ARFF/Operations staff in the general operations and maintenance, repair and/or replacement of landside, terminal, and airside infrastructure
* Plans and develops work/staff schedules including evaluating and monitoring project progress and costs, prioritizing, assigning, scheduling, and monitoring status of work orders; prepares estimates, approves purchases, and tracks budgeted expenditures
* Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g., interviewing, selecting, evaluating, supervising, training) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel, and achieving objectives within budget
* Supervises training of ARFF/Operations personnel on appropriate procedures, use of materials and equipment, including training staff on FAA, OSHA, and other safety and hazardous materials regulations
* Assists in the hiring of employees and evaluates employee performance
* Inspects Airport facilities to determine maintenance and repair needs
* Manages emergency on-call needs
* Manages construction contracts for new facilities and major alterations and/or modernization of existing facilities, ensuring that the work is performed in accordance with specifications, timelines, and budget
* Provides ARFF/Operations support as required to perform installation, repairs and other operations and maintenance duties
* Complies with federal, state and local laws and regulations, Airport policies and procedures; follows all safety precautions and standards; communicates with commissioners, staff, airport tenants, airline passengers, aeronautical users, contractors, and other operations and maintenance personnel
* Responds to and resolves problems within scope of authority; refers more complex problems or those beyond scope of authority to supervisor; and informs supervisor on regular basis of problems and concerns
* Maintains current knowledge in the field of airport safety, security, operations, and maintenance
* Performs ARFF Coverage if necessary in emergencies and as a result of vacations, sickness, or other absences of ARFF/Operations staff
* Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Knowledge of or ability to learn, follow, and enforce Airport policies and procedures
* Knowledge of management practices and principles
* Knowledge of general maintenance principles, practices and techniques
* Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, regulations and guidelines related to assigned work
* Skill in applying general maintenance principles, practices and techniques
* Skill in utilizing computer programs, databases and Microsoft Suite
* Ability to supervise the work of others and lead a team
* Ability to work independently, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail while contributing to team environment
* Ability to relate to a diverse population in a professional and helpful manner
* Ability to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
* Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
* Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
* Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
* Ability to utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important.
* Strong organizational, leadership, and management skills

Minimum Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in aviation, engineering, construction management or related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
* Five years progressively responsible experience in airport operations and maintenance.
* Emergency Medical Technician or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment
* Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) certification, or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment
* Class A Driver’s License
* American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Accredited Airport Executive or Certified Member status is preferred.

Other Requirements and Supplemental Information
Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle.

Salary: $79,913.60 - $83,574.40 Annually.

Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, dental & vision insurance, retirement plan with company match and more!

To apply, go to www.ci.brainerd.mn.us (or click on the ''apply'' button) to complete the application process. Please direct questions to the HR Department at employment@ci.brainerd.mn.us or call 218-828-2307.

EOE