This position plans, directs, and provides executive management at Dallas Airport System, assigns and reviews performance of subordinate managers and supervisors, oversees financial and budgetary management, operations review, administrative direction, and quality control of assigned departmental programs, functions, and / or divisions to ensure effective performance. Essential Functions Formulate and implement effective strategies to maintain and grow the business at Dallas Love Field (i.e., marketing, community outreach, Council outreach, etc.). Research and analyze trends in local aviation management to forecast changes in practices, processes, and programs. Oversees airport operations, emergency preparedness training activities; identify compliance training needs as required by regulatory agencies including FAA, TSA, BOA, DEP, and EPA. Monitor grant administration process from application to close out for Capital Improvement Projects. Analyze and research other airports to provide sound solutions or courses of action for improvement. Establish and maintain systems for measuring, monitoring and reporting on operational and management performance. Work in coordination with the Aviation Executive Leadership Team for cohesive performance management that yields high outcomes for the Airport System. Perform highly complex administrative work related to planning and managing the activities of assigned departments and units; develops long-term and short-term goals and objectives with a clear objectives, outcomes, and performance measures. Oversight of divisional budget including an understanding of rates and charges models and how they affect revenues and available capital transfers and high dollar budget items. Works with executive leaders and community stakeholders to form a conducive community environment before, during and after construction projects. Directs and coordinates all phases of general aviation airport facilities, roads, parking lots, utilities, terminal building, non-airside infrastructure, and equipment maintenance, as well as snow and ice removal through subordinate supervisory staff and contractors An expert level understanding of physical security, code and airport mandates, rules, and procedural compliance is also preferred. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Airport Management, Business Administration, Budget, Finance or a related field (required). Master’s degree preferred. AND EXPERIENCE Qualified applicants will have at least five (5) years of broad progressive management experience in the aviation field and have an established track record for effectively working with various departments including the City Manager’s Office and Mayor / City Council and contractors. Also, eligible applicants are required to have a minimum of five years (5) professional level experience in airport operations / airport management at a FAR 139 certified airport or military based operations / airfield with responsibility for safe inspection and oversight of airfield facilities. *Note: The 5 year experience in Airport operations at a FAR 139 certified airport facility may be included in the five (5) years of broad progressive management experience in the aviation field outlined above. Qualified applicants will also have extensive experience working with procurement, civil service and budget policies and procedures for an efficient and effective management. Effective oral and written communication skills; MS Office software skills. CERTIFICATION(S) Executive certification (AAAE or ACI-NA), Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) or IATA Aviation Management Professional (AvMP) designation preferred. Disclosures Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety rules while working in Air Operations Areas and procedures for communicating with FAA Air Traffic Control Tower is required. Ability to interpret and implement government airport regulations and policies is required. Driver’s license and Security Identification Display Area clearance required. Dallas Love Field operations are a 24 / 7 / 365 operation which includes nights, weekends and holidays. Additionally, this position is required to work during irregular operations (i.e., snow/ice days, special events).