AIRPORT PROGRAM MANAGER (PROGRAM MANAGER I)

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AIRPORT PROGRAM MANAGER (PROGRAM MANAGER I)

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Airport Program Manager I oversees airport programs, including tenant relations, the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), educational initiatives, and airport-related special events, activities, and community outreach efforts from concept through completion. This position also supports marketing, communications, and strategic branding initiatives under the direction of the Division Manager - Airport Administration.

The Airport Program Manager provides administrative and managerial oversight for personnel delivering services to the public through complex and specialized departmental programs. Responsibilities include coordinating major program activities; supervising staff and/or external consultants; managing daily work assignments; planning and administering program budgets; monitoring revenues and expenditures; tracking program performance; and preparing reports and analyses for executive leadership and departmental management.

This role ensures compliance with established master plans, schedules, and operational objectives. The Airport Program Manager identifies and resolves program challenges, develops and implements innovative initiatives to enhance services for internal and external stakeholders, and directs the work of personnel assigned to airport programs across multiple functional areas.

This is a classified position covered by the Personnel Rules.
This is a Management Category II position which includes eight (8) additional Management Vacation Days and a Vehicle Allowance of $340/month.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Plans, develops, recommends, implements, and evaluates policies, procedures, and methods for the Airport’s Community Outreach Program.
• Develops and implements plans, programs, and strategies to market Executive Airport services to the community; the aviation industry; and local, national, and international businesses.
• Assists in the development of program objectives and goals; analyzes performance metrics and prepares reports.
• Supports the department's strategic planning efforts.
• Develops and implements effective strategies and initiatives to achieve program and departmental objectives.
• Identifies, manages, and improves core processes through continuous improvement methodologies.
• Collaborates with City staff to develop program initiatives; evaluates cost-effectiveness, technical feasibility, and implementation strategies.
• Conducts feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making.
• Promotes the Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) program to maintain active status and identify opportunities for zone expansion through marketing and business engagement.
• Manager FTZ applications and related activities
• Provides professional and technical assistance to Airport tenants and external agencies.
• Monitors systems to ensure tenant compliance with lease agreements.
• Plans, coordinates, and manages the logistics and promotion of special events, meetings, and public forums.
• Ensures the public is informed of division programs, events, accomplishments, and activities through various communication channels and outreach efforts.
• Coordinates the airport's Internship Program with colleges and universities; develops educational programs and opportunities to promote careers in aviation.
• Promotes and supports the Airport’s sustainability initiatives, including Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified facilities.
• Leads efforts to develop and evaluate sustainability initiatives, including assessing cost-effectiveness, technical feasibility, and implementation strategies.
• Supervises administrative and support personnel; develops and implements budgetary recommendations and financial controls.
• Manages assigned personnel by developing work plans, delegating and reviewing assignments, and overseeing hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Recommends personnel actions, including hiring, promotion, reassignment, discipline, and termination; and participates in the resolution of employee grievances.
• Ensures compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and operational procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Bachelor's degree in aviation management, business management or a closely related field.At least three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in airport management and the development, implementation and administration of programs, methods and/or procedures; evaluation of program and operation effectiveness; development of administrative practices to meet program, policy, organizational or legislative change. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.Experience must include at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.If claiming Veterans’ Preference, you must attach a copy of the DD214 Member 4 form (or other supporting claim documents) to your on-line application. As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

• Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
• The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.

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The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.

Closing Date/Time: 4/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary:

$85,379.21 - $132,344.16 Annually