This position directs the operational activities of the Wilmington – New Castle Airport (ILG) in accordance with Authority policies, rules and regulations, local, state, and federal regulations, and supervises subordinate airport
operations staff in support of a 24-hour airport operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Manages the operations and security programs for the New Castle (Wilmington) Airport and
ensures the airport is maintained and operated within required standards
 Serves as the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) and performs duties as required in CFR
Part 1542
 Develops and updates airport operating manuals to include the Airport Certification Manual
and Airport Security Plan
 Acts as primary point of contact for all airport tenants and customers and actively works to
foster community relationships and demonstrate the value of the airport as a public and
community asset
 Implements airport rules and procedures and participates in the development and
administration of policies, procedures, programs, goals and objectives
 Coordinates special programs and events relating to airport operations
 Supervises personnel and sets performance standards and goals for a 24/7 operation
 Develops and manages the department operating budget within scope, ensuring cost
efficiencies; follows Authority purchasing procedures. Works with senior leadership in the
development of the capital budgets
 Interfaces with regulatory and government agencies, vendors, contractors, and customers on
matters related to the operation of the airport within compliance standards of CFR Parts 139
and 1542.
 Develops and implements electronic systems to maintain records required to operate the
airport
 Responsible for compliance with Authority and regulatory training for all airport employees
and stakeholders
 Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of airport policies,
objectives and short and long-term planning; develops and implements projects and programs
to assist in accomplishment of those goals
 Participates in environmental, health and safety planning, and ensures compliance with
Authority policies and regulations
 Has operational oversight of terminal and landside operations to include operations of the
terminal paid parking system and airline operations; ensures department staff maintains the
highest level of customer service and professionalism to internal and external customers

Annualized Salary: $75,403 to $88,710 (Commensurate with Skills)

Open until filled