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Why Join AUS?
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is a fast-growing airport committed to safety, operational excellence, and exceptional passenger experiences. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of risk management and safety at one of the nation’s leading airports.

The Airport Deputy Chief Officer of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) & Safety is a critical leadership role responsible for safeguarding Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) through strategic risk management and a strong safety culture. This executive position directs AUS’s Enterprise Risk Management and Safety programs, ensuring compliance, and best practices in risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enterprise Risk Management: Lead and oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of AUS’s ERM program, proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across airport operations.
• Safety Leadership: Champion a robust safety culture, with a strong emphasis on construction safety and workplace safety initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance safety protocols and reduce incidents.
  Construction Risk & Safety Oversight: Evaluate and manage risks associated with airport construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, risk control measures, and regulatory requirements.
• Insurance & Risk Exposure: Oversee AUS’s insurance program, assessing risk exposure, making data-driven recommendations, and ensuring the appropriate level of coverage. Investigate and monitor incidents to reduce liability.
• Compliance & Training: Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, policies, and industry best practices. Develop and implement training programs to enhance risk awareness and safety protocols.
• Strategic Leadership & Communication: Provide leadership that fosters collaboration, risk awareness, and a proactive approach to safety. Engage with teams across the airport to promote best practices, deliver reports, and provide executive-level presentations.
  Continuous Improvement: Leverage technology, data analysis, and industry trends in risk management, safety, and operational excellence.

Regarding Your Application:

• A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Résumé and Cover Letter are required.
• Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application.
• Employment history dates must include month and year.
• The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.
• A first review of candidates will occur on March 21, 2025. To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration.

Note: Information submitted for consideration may be made available to the public in compliance with the Texas Open Records Act.

Pay Range: Commensurate
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Monday – Friday
*Hours may vary depending upon business needs.

This position is on-site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced coursework in Insurance, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Business, Pre-
  Law, Engineering, Science, Construction Management, or a related field. Postgraduate-
  level desired.
• Demonstrated expertise in risk management, safety, or construction risk management.
• A solid track-record of leadership experience, including supervising large-scale teams, leading complex change initiatives, and fostering and promoting a culture of safety and risk awareness.
• Well-developed strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to assess risks, develop mitigation strategies, and drive process improvements.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills to effectively interact with airport leadership, employees, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Well-rounded knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA standards and aviation industry best practices.

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

1. Supports the Airport Chief Officer in leading and managing programs, functions, and initiatives to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
2. Develops and implements short- and long-range strategies, objectives, policies, and priorities.
3. Ensures compliance with Federal, State, Local, and industry regulations.
4. Assists in the preparation, presentation, and monitoring of the department budget and ensures divisions operate within appropriated budget.
5. Develops, revises, and implements standard operating practices, policies, and procedures governing the programs and department activities.
6. Acts as official departmental representative to boards and commissions, City departments, City Council, outside agencies, and the community.
7. Coordinates departmental activities and programs with other City departments, agencies, and service providers.
8. Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries, complaints, and issues from both internal and external sources.
9. Determines goals, objectives, and resource requirements for activities within the assigned divisions.
10. Monitors industry trends and implements best practices.
11. Assumes Airport Chief Officer duties and responsibilities in their absence.