Position Information 

The [Company] (TxDOT) is excited to announce an opening for a Director of Flight Services position. This role will be responsible for directing and managing operations and activities for a fleet of aircraft and coordinating the most efficient use of resources. The selected candidate must be a proven leader with demonstrated experience in aviation/transportation planning and strong communication skills across all organizational levels. 

TxDOT offers exceptional stability, state benefits, paid training, and a strong work-life balance, including 100% paid health premiums for full‑time employees, generous leave programs, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and career advancement pathways—all within a highly respected and award‑winning agency.

If you’re passionate about aviation, take pride in delivering top-tier results, and are ready to contribute to a mission-driven public service organization, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated TxDOT team!

Minimum Salary

: 101,860.00  

Maximum Salary

: 172,272.00    

Pay Basis

: Yearly  FLSA Status: Exempt 

Work Locations

: 

Austin Bergstrom Int Airport 

10335 GOLF COURSE ROAD 

 Austin 787192366

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job  Shift Details: Mon-Fri 7:00 to 3:30 Location Flexibility: Onsite    

Benefits and Perks 

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans

• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules

• Paid Leave and Holidays

• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees

• On-the-Job Training

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our Total Compensation Package website

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

Directs and manages activities of the Flight Services section to include the statewide air transportation system plan, aircraft charter operations and aircraft maintenance activities. Recommends policy, procedures, staffing and funding required to execute division programs. Reports to the Director, Fleet Operations Division Division. Manages professional, technical and administrative employees. Work requires extensive contact with high-level executives, governmental officials, general aviation services administrators and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties: 

• Analyzes aircraft operations and activities; prepares/reviews reports, recommendations, and justifications for operational enhancements.

• Assigns work duties for pilots, schedulers, and flight line personnel; coordinates pilot and aircraft schedules to ensure the most efficient use of resources.

• Assists in managing, developing and coordinating projects and research pertaining to air transportation with federal, state, county and city governments.

• Assists in providing leadership and management in the implementation, administration and enforcement of laws and regulations relating to aviation matters in Texas.

• Develops and makes recommendations on the acquisition and replacement of aircraft and equipment.

• Researches and monitors current aviation and aircraft developments to include industry guidelines/standards, applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Coordinates the safe conduct of flight operations through pilot and copilot scheduling, maintenance coordination, flight line personnel, and pilot annual recurrent training.

• Participates in the development of the statewide transportation plan.

• Recommends and implements policies and procedures for departmental activities.

• Recommends staffing and funding for division related activities.

• Represents the Department at international, national, state and local governmental and public organizations concerning aviation.

• Reviews proposed legislation and assists in directing the implementation of legislation affecting aviation.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• 7 years of experience in aviation or transportation planning. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent) Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

• Must have at least 3,000 hours total time as a pilot, including 1,000 multi engine and 500 turbine time.

• Must have three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience

Licenses and Certifications: 

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Pilot-Aircraft-Commercial, SEL

• Pilot-Airline-Transport, SEL 

Competencies: 

Extensive knowledge of 

• Airport transportation planning and project development principles and practices including document preparation, review processing, and ensuring compliance with all applicable requirements

• Federal Aviation Administration circulars, orders and regulations

• Aviation services programs

• Aircraft charter operations and maintenance

Considerable knowledge of 

• Airport facilities and their role in state aviation systems

• Developing, implementing, and monitoring budgets and resources

Expert skill in

• Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

• Interpreting and analyzing legislation, rules, and regulations

Proficient skill in

• Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively

Other Attributes

• Provides organizational leadership; fosters collaborative relationships; initiates and supports quality management activities and performance management measures to provide the highest quality products and services 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: 

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs

• Standing-prolonged periods of time

• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment: 

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• This is a Safety Impact position and you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to random drug testing.

  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Job

: Plan/Aviation/Pub Trans/Legis 

Schedule

: Full-time 

Employee Status

: Regular 

Job Type

: Standard 

Job Level

: Manager 

Job Posting

: Jul 9, 2026, 1:25:15 PM  

Unposting Date

: Jul 23, 2026, 11:59:00 PM 

State Job Title/s: Director IV  State Job Code/s: 1623 

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.