Airport Operations Supervisor

Job Description:

Airport Operations Supervisor

Description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
06/03/26
Division:
Airport Division
Management Level:
Supervisor - 1st Line
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

The Airport Operations Supervisor is responsible for organizing and directing the proper use, care and safety of the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport property and operations department. Supervise airport operations staff and coordinates activities essential for the efficient, safe, and continuous operation of the airport.

SCHEDULE:

This position can expect to work Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, on-site. Please note there may be occasional need to work evenings, holidays, weekends and the need for on-call.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $82,000.00 - $106,000.00 USD Annual

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, includinga starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supervise airport operations ensuring a safe and functional airport that exceeds all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements and directives.
• Responsible for FAA mandated programs including the Access Control & Badging System, Wildlife Hazard Management Plan, airport emergency response and preparedness procedures, new and recurrent FAA required employee training, construction management, and storm water management.
• Maintain the airport certification manual, employee training records. Issue airport notice to airmen (NOTAM's) for publication.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with FAR Part 139 and Airport Rules and Regulations by working extensively with the Federal, state, and local agencies.
• Monitor airport construction activity including infrastructure construction, state capital improvement grants, FAA grants, and local funding projects. Works closely with engineers and consulting firms during construction projects. Design specifications pertaining to operations projects.
• Act as airport incident manager with other management and supervisors. Provides continuous support to on-duty operations personnel during airport emergencies or in other situations as necessary.
• Spokesman for the airport responding to inquiries from the public, businesses, and tenants.
• Respond to aircraft emergencies as an Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) to protect the life and property of airport users. Maintain training to FAA standards.
• Supervise snow removal operations. Direct snow removal teams operating heavy equipment on an active operating airfield and ensures continuous coordination with the FAA Air Traffic Control and incoming aircraft.
• Act as the security coordinator on behalf of the airport.
• Participate in mandatory snow removal operations with 12-hour shifts or until end of storm event. Operate multiple types of heavy snow removal equipment.
• Participate in mandatory On-call rotation. Take calls and return to the airport if necessary. Direct staff to return to the airport for airfield continuity. Provide continuous support to on-duty airfield and operations personnel during airport emergencies or in other situations as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: Three (3) years of work-related experience
• Certifications/Licenses: Requires a valid driver’s license on date of hire
• Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Requires a valid Colorado driver's license within 90 days of date of hire
• Requires an Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Certificate (ARFF) within 6 months of date of hire
• 5 years’ experience in airport operations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Aviation, or related field
• Airport Certified Employee (ACE)
• American Association of Airport Executives Certified Member

Leadership Competencies

Successful candidates willdemonstratethe ability to:

• Foster trust and open communication by creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive work environment where employees feel empowered to share ideas, ask questions, and raise concerns.
• Communicate clearly and transparently by sharing information ina timelyand honest manner, setting clear expectations, explaining decisions, and adapting communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences.
• Act with integrity and accountability by making ethical decisions, following through on commitments, applying expectations consistently, and taking responsibility for actions and outcomes.
• Engage in collaborative problem-solving by building strong working relationships, seeking input from others, managing conflict professionally, and working across teams to achieve shared goals.
• Develop and coach others by providing constructive feedback, supporting employee growth and learning, recognizing individual strengths, and helping team members build skills for current and future opportunities.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position.
• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle shall have a Colorado Driver’s license within 30 days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.

Accommodations Statement:

We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [email protected] . This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

• A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal .

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or [email protected]

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Work Experience: Minimum three years

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