SALARY
$29.17 – $30.66 Hourly

$2,333.60 – $2,452.80 Biweekly

$5,056.13 – $5,314.40 Monthly

$60,673.60 – $63,772.80 Annually

Position Summary 

The Aviation Compliance Coordinator supports the Aviation Department in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as City programs and services. This role involves assisting with activities related to civil rights, disabilities, disadvantaged communities, language proficiency, community participation, safety, environmental and social governance, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Coordinator will help ensure that the department meets requirements set by the FAA, OSHA, DOJ, DOT, DHS, and other relevant federal agencies for the airports.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Supervision Received and Exercised 

Receive general direction from higher level management staff.

Essential and Supplemental Functions 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the functions listed below)

Ensures compliance with FAA, OSHA, DOJ, DOT, DHS, and other federal agency requirements for Albuquerque Sunport and Double Eagle II airports.
Maintains and supports the implementation of the Aviation Department’s Title VI Plan, Limited English Proficiency Plan, and Community Participation Plan.
Collaborates with the Airport Director and Deputy Directors to assist in developing policies for compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to civil rights, disabilities, and community engagement.
Collaborates with the City Office of Civil Rights and the Office of Diversity and Equity.
Responds to requests for data and records from FAA, OSHA, DOJ, DOT, DHS, and other agencies.
Coordinates data collection through customer satisfaction surveys and complaints to assess impacts on racial or ethnic groups and ensures data is readily available.
Conducts regular reviews and inspections of City facilities, programs, and policies to ensure compliance.
Assists in reviewing the Aviation Department’s Plans and disseminating information to staff.
Engages with community organizations to provide translation and interpretation services and supports the Aviation Department’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) programs.
Acts as the primary contact for public inquiries and complaints, facilitating prompt and equitable resolution of issues, particularly regarding disability accommodations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: 
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations related to assigned area of responsibility. cts as the primary contact for public inquiries and complaints, facilitating prompt and equitable resolution of issues, particularly regarding disability accommodations.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Sociology, Social Services, or a related field; and

Six (6) years of experience in an government setting, working with people with disabilities and accommodations in the workplace or public setting, preferred; and

To include three (3) years of supervisory experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid New Mexico Driver’s License at the time of hire.

Must obtain a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within six (6) months of hire.

Must complete ADA Coordinator Training Certificate within six (6) months of hire.

Must successfully pass FBI criminal history background check including fingerprinting.

Must be able to successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Access Control Card as determined by the criteria set forth by the policies and guidelines of the Aviation Department and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Successful completion of a security background check conducted by U.S. Customs & Border Protection, if applicable.

 

Preferred Knowledge 

Administrative organization principles.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Americans with Disabilities. ADA laws, requirements and/or ADA compliance.
Environmental Justice.
Facilitation/mediation methods and techniques.
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Principles and techniques for persuasive presentation of ideas and concepts in both oral and written formats.
Preferred Skills and Ability

Ability to plan and coordinate project work, timelines, roles, and responsibilities; establish and implement operational policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with community leaders, organizations, businesses, and staff; coordinate projects and activities with various departments and outside agencies.
Analyze problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend effective courses of action.
Skills in conflict resolution and mediation.
Ability to interpret policies and legal decisions.
Effective and persuasive communication skills, both in large and small group settings.
Experience in preparing and analyzing reports and maintaining records.
Exercise sound judgment within general policy guidelines.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of duties.
Work effectively with diverse community groups.
Sensitivity to individuals who may need tailored approaches related to their culture, religion, socio-economic status, and values.
Maintain confidentiality.
Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to engage with community members, co-workers, other City employees, and the public with courtesy and good judgment.
Strong skills in program planning, coordination, organization, problem analysis, decision-making, and evaluation.
Experience in developing and delivering training and presentations.
Working Conditions 

Environmental: 
Office environment; exposure to computer screens and Airport environment, exposure to inclement weather, dust, fumes, noise, gases and extreme temperatures

Physical: 
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for walking, sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time; May be required to lift items weighing fifty pounds or more ; May be required to operate motor vehicle.