ISLIP MACARTHUR AIRPORT MANAGER                                           7797

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class manages all phases of the operation of Islip MacArthur Airport. Responsibilities include the general direction of all air traffic, enforcement of rules and regulations, supervision of administration of leases of airport tenants, and the supervision of business management and public relations activities. Supervision is exercised over all airport employees. Work is performed under the direction of the Town Commissioner of Aviation and Transportation in accordance with established policies and regulations. The employee is expected to exercise independent judgment in planning and carrying out the details of the work and ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the airport. Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

         Directs and coordinates all airport operations in order to ensure compliance with federal, state and local rules and regulations;

    Oversees liaison with Federal Aviation Administration and Transportation Security Administration personnel regarding security and operations procedures;

         Coordinates airport operations with representatives of commercial airlines;

         Plans and supervises the proper storage of planes and adequate protection of airport properties;

         Plans and directs the control of air and ground traffic to ensure the safe and efficient operation of planes;

         Plans and directs the maintenance and repair of hangars, auxiliary buildings, runways, roads and other construction work at the airport;

         Supervises coordination between Airport Management and airport facilities such as restaurants, shops, rental car agencies and other vendors;

         Makes zoning, development and related research studies;

         Makes recommendations for improvement of the airport and its facilities;

         Inspects all buildings, runways and related facilities for fire and safety hazards and directs needed repairs and authorizations;

         Contacts business and civic organizations, newspaper and radio sources and otherwise publicizes the activities of the airport and promotes the use of its facilities;

         Conducts correspondence; prepares news releases; addresses civic groups and otherwise carries out the public relations program for the airport;

         Supervises the preparation and maintenance of all account keeping, cost analysis, inventory and related business management records and reports;

         Supervises the maintenance and distribution of accurate and up-to-date information concerning the weather, nearby associated facilities and other data affecting air traffic.        

         Supervises the preparation of tenant leases for negotiation and oversees all current leases.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of federal, state and local rules and regulations applicable to airport traffic control and airport management; good knowledge of airport maintenance and construction work and of the supplies, materials and equipment used in such work; good knowledge of standard record keeping practices as related to airport operations; good knowledge of effective supervisor techniques; some knowledge of airport maintenance problems, procedures and techniques; ability to plan, assign and direct the work of a large staff of employees performing diversified maintenance and operational functions in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons using the airport and operating its concessions; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

        

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

         OPEN COMPETITIVE

    (A) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in Aviation Management, and six (6) years of experience in an administrative capacity at a commercial airport, with responsibility for directing and coordinating various operations; or,

         (B) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree, and eight (8) years of experience in an administrative capacity at a commercial airport, with responsibility for directing and coordinating various operations; or,

         (C) An equivalent combination of the above education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

 

 

07/15/05

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive