NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Airport Operations Specialist*
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$71K/yr - $97K/yr
2+ years expSan Bernardino County’s Department of Airports is seeking a qualified and motivated Airport Operations Specialist to play a vital role in the day-to-day operations, planning, and development of County airport facilities. The role involves facilitating operational functions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the overall development and promotion of County airports.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Interprets and enforces federal, state, and county rules and regulations governing aviation and the use of airport facilities and services, and ensures safety and security at county airport facilities
Prepares and maintains necessary records, reports, and correspondence. Ensures the implementation of inspection, maintenance, and operational reporting procedures for meeting mandated report submission requirements
Participates in and supervises the coordination required for Airport Master Plans and the Capital Improvement Program, monitoring related project components. Additionally, participates in the preparation and updating of the various airports’ Airport Layout Plans
Recommends facility projects that can be funded through federal or state agencies; coordinates the annual preparation of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Improvement Program
Monitor construction projects to ensure conformance with plans and specifications in coordination with the County’s Project and Facilities Management Department
Plans and coordinates repairs resulting from unanticipated impacts at various airports. Assists in analyzing expenditures and justifying claims for reimbursement related to Risk Management insurance claims
Performs contract management for airport services, monitoring contract compliance and assisting with RFPs as needed
Conducts inspections with appropriate regulatory agencies, County regulatory departments, and independently to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and legal guidelines
Promote airport activities and present information to various boards and commissions, as well as public interest groups, regarding airport operations, activities, and projects
Responds to emergencies at an airport as required. Prepares required investigative reports for aircraft accidents and emergencies
Develops and implements safety training programs for airport staff, airport businesses, and tenants
Analyzes, recommends, and executes policies and procedures to effect cost reductions and increase efficiency
Provides relief in the absence of Airport Managers or Maintenance Supervisors to oversee daily operations and maintenance duties
Provides vacation and temporary relief as required
Qualification
Required
60 semester units (90 quarter) in Airport Management, Business, or Public Administration, or a related field
Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience at a general aviation airport in one or more of the following areas: finance, administration, planning, construction, environmental compliance, operations, maintenance, communications, or community relations
American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Certified Member (CM) certification is required within six months of the start date
Possession of an AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) certification in Airfield Operations, Safety Management Systems (SMS), or Planning and Environmental may substitute for up to 12 semester units (18 quarter) of the required education
Preferred
Certified Member certification from the American Association of Airport Executives (AAE)
Knowledge and understanding of applicable airport safety guidelines, including Federal Aviation Regulations Part 139
Understanding of the unique operating environment of a general aviation airport
An understanding of airport planning and environmental analysis, along with strong writing, research, and critical thinking abilities, and experience in project management/administration
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Variety of other voluntary benefits
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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