Veteran Fellowship - Airside Operations Duty Manager

Welcome to San Diego International Airport, where our core purpose is to create an exceptional experience for both our community and visitors from around the world. It extends beyond just flights; we embody the vibrant spirit of San Diego itself—sunny, welcoming, and full of life. We are committed to attracting, fostering, and empowering a team of talented individuals who can deliver our strategic goals.

Here, you’ll find a workplace culture that thrives on diversity and is anchored in our collective mindsets: collaboration, empathy, inclusivity, thoughtful decision-making, active listening, and always believing the best in people. If you are ready to contribute to a team that values meaningful impact and enjoys the journey along the way, we invite you to apply today and help us connect our community to the world.

Why You'll Love Working at SAN:

· Location:  The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline. You will have the exciting opportunity to work around stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline.

· Salary: The salary for Airside Operations Duty Manager Veteran Fellowship is $27.88 per hour.

· Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays and accrue paid time off. Annual employer funded Lifestyle Spending Account which you can use to invest in your personal development and growth activities, parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and more!

· Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego's best walking trails.

· Application Deadline: September 23, 2024.

About the Job:

The Airside and Terminal Operations department is looking for an Airside Operations Duty Manger for the Veteran Fellowship program. The Veterans Fellowship Program is designed to foster a seamless transition for veterans from active duty to the civilian work environment by providing an excellent opportunity to gain practical work experience in our integrated aviation environment. The one-year fellowship provides an excellent opportunity for veterans with great initiative.

Our program offers an array of valuable growth opportunities:

1.   Hands on work experience.

2.   Heighten understanding of the aviation industry's diverse facets.

3.   Workshops with subject matter experts on: resume writing and interviewing skills, networking and building relationships, and corporate business practices.

4.   Networking with the leadership team and fellow employees.

5.   Gaining perspective from team members who successfully transitioned from the military to the civilian workforce.

What You’ll Do:

1.   Represents all aspects of airport emergencies and operational activities; maintaining safety and security integrity of airfield with standard on the airfield, taxiways and airside; manages FAR Part 139 programs including airfield safety inspection and reporting, airfield signs, markings and lighting, airfield pavement management, airfield driver training program, aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) contract, airfield wildlife management, disabled aircraft recovery; Part 77 obstructions, aviation fueling inspections, annual FAA certification inspection.

2.   Serves as liaison with contractors during construction and maintenance projects on runways, taxiways, aprons and terminal facilities; issues NOTAMs and communicates airport operational advisories to tenants, air traffic control, governmental agencies and the public;

3.   Coordinates, responds and participates in airport emergencies with first responder agencies including law enforcement, medical, HAZMAT, TSA, ARFF, customs and border protection; manages aircraft gate schedule, remain-overnight aircraft parking assignments and changes in airline and charter aircraft schedules.

4.   Manages airfield escort activities in compliance with mandates and regulations; maintains, and strengthens partnerships with stakeholders; interprets mandates and regulations to stakeholders; works collaboratively on organizational programs and initiatives; ensures delivery of effective customer service; develops resolution and course of action to conflicts.

5.   Maintains records, operational log and correspondence; develops reports and correspondence; participates in operational and industry meetings; oversees service provider contracts and activities; participates in goals and objectives development, as well as capital and operating budgets; implements changes; seeks and participates in opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent work processes, manuals and program documents; adapts best practices and processes;

6.   Serves as a subject matter expert and provides input for airfield and airport infrastructure; keeps up-to-date on industry and regulatory trends and shape stakeholders views; performs other duties as assigned.

The Skills We Are Looking For:

1.  Business Acumen - Demonstrates broad understanding of the departments’ functions, and supporting work activities across the organization.

2.  Relationship Management - Ability to consult and provide advice at all levels of the organization; resolve conflict, establish trust, credibility and respect, as an impartial advocate for organizational business objectives.

3.  Facilitation & Presentation - Facilitates respectful exchange of ideas and fosters an atmosphere of open communications while keeping focused on objective; effectively presents to individuals or groups.

4.  Problem Solving - Ability to analyze and define a problem, evaluate alternative solutions, and identify an optimal solution; listens and clarifies information as needed.

5.  Project Management - Ability to determine appropriate measures to achieve project goals and prioritize the measures; able to fully engage others to deliver an acceptable result in the time allocated.

6.  Agility - Readily adapts behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.

Requirements

The Experience You Need to Have**:

1.  A minimum of three (3) years of active duty or mobilized reserve duty service.

2.  Or combination of training and experience.

3.  Documentation of an honorable discharge (DD214) from active or reserve status within the last year must be submitted with your application.

4.  Maintain a Valid Class C driver’s license.

Note: The candidate selected for this vacancy may work a non-traditional work schedule which includes weekends, holidays, and nights.

Preferred Education, Certification, and Licenses:

1.  BA degree in Aviation Management, or related field.

2.  Three years of air traffic control, airfield operations experience.

**Lacking some of the skills or experiences we've listed? No worries! Here at the San Diego International Airport, we're on a mission to cultivate a workforce as dynamic and diverse as the community we serve. While certain roles may require specific qualifications, we understand that talent comes in many forms. Some of our positions may not require specific degrees, and we're always open to individuals who bring a willingness to learn and a commitment to excellence. If you think this could be you, we encourage you to apply, and even if this position isn't the right role for you, we will add you to our database to consider for other opportunities in the future that align with your unique knowledge and skills. There's a chance we have the perfect spot for you to land!

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, SDCRAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Physical & Mental Demands

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. If you need any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter).

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as they may be assigned to them by their employer or law.