POSITION SUMMARY

The Airport Program Manager I oversees airport programs, including tenant relations, the Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ), educational initiatives, airport-related special events, activities, and community outreach efforts from concept through completion. This position also supports marketing, communications, and strategic branding initiatives and reports to 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; tracking program performance; and preparing reports and analyses for executive leadership and departmental management.

This role ensures compliance with established business 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.

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 strategies, programs, and initiatives to market the Airport’s services to the community, the aviation industry, and local, national, and international businesses.
• Provides professional and technical assistance to Airport tenants and external agencies.
• Monitors tenant compliance with lease agreements.
• Assists in establishing program objectives and goals; analyzes performance metrics and prepares reports.
• Supports strategic planning efforts for the program and division.
• Develops and implements effective strategies and tactics to achieve program and departmental objectives.
• Identifies, evaluates, and improves core processes through continuous process improvement methodologies.
• Conducts feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses.
• Promotes the Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) to sustain active status and identifies opportunities for zone expansion through marketing and business engagement.
• Manages FTZ applications, reporting, and related operational activities.
• Plans, coordinates, and manages logistics and promotion for 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 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 LEED-certified facilities.
• Leads or supports the development and evaluation of sustainability initiatives, including assessing cost-effectiveness, technical feasibility, and implementation strategies.
• Supervises administrative and support personnel.
• 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, processes, and regulations.
• Performs related work as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, 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 operational effectiveness; development of administrative practices to address programmatic, policy, or organizational or legislative changes.
• 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.

• Possession of a Private Pilot License

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.

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.

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