THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE OPPORTUNITY FOR AIRPORT EMERGENCY PLANNING ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT!

THE POSITION: Under general supervision, designs, plans, and tests response procedures to ensure the effective mobilization of protective, safety, and relief services for the Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) in emergencies or disasters. Ensure a high level of emergency preparedness across the airport’s spectrum of operational and business activities. Responsibilities require a high degree of knowledge and competency in airport operations, Incident Command System (ICS) operations, airport related emergency management, public safety, program development, and documentation; serves as the point of contact and liaison to Airport staff, local, state, county, and federal agencies, airlines, tenants, and non-governmental organizations in coordinating emergency efforts throughout the emergency management cycle; continually seeks out best practices and technology to improve response and recovery; and performs related duties as required.

THE AIRPORT: As the only commercial service airport in the Coachella Valley, PSP serves millions of enthusiastic travelers every year. Located just minutes from downtown, the airport is owned and operated by the City of Palm Springs. Through a dozen different airlines, PSP offers nonstop flights to more than 30 destinations and one-stop travel possibilities to over 300 cities worldwide. To see all the exciting things going on at PSP visit the Progress PSP website!

Experience

• Three (3) years of professional emergency or disaster management/planning, progressive public safety experience, or experience in a related field is required.
• Experience in an Airport, Airline, or Transportation environment is preferred.

Training

• A bachelor’s degree in emergency management, aviation management, business administration, public administration, or a related field; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities is required.

License or Certificates

• Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record is required.
• Possession of a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, which is approved through the Federal
• Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is required.
• Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid C.P.R. Certificate is required.
• State of California Emergency Management Specialist certificate is preferred.
• Federal Emergency Management Agency – National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) Training is preferred.
• Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) training is preferred.
• Certified Member (C.M.) or Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) through the American Association of Airport
• Executives, or International Airport Professional (I.A.P.) through the Airport Council International designation is preferred.

To view the complete job posting and to submit an application please visit the City of Palm Springs Careers Page.