GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the general direction of the Director of Airport Operations and Emergency Management, the Senior Manager of Airfield Operations and Compliance is responsible for leading and ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, specifically Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 139, and all associated requirements for the Authority. This role oversees the Airfield Operations Duty Team, manages Part 139 training programs, coordinates airfield construction activities, and implements the Safety Management System (SMS) and Wildlife Hazard Management Programs. The Senior Manager provides leadership, drives innovation in compliance and safety practices, and collaborates with various
departments, external agencies, and stakeholders to maintain regulatory compliance. Requires availability for emergency call-in.

SUPERVISES OTHERS: YES

COMPENSATION: $120,000 and up based on experience
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Accountable for the well-being and support of their direct reports, providing individual training for their job responsibilities and offering mentorship.
• Evaluates the work performance of direct reports; engages in transparent performance check-ins and appraisals and takes necessary corrective action or disciplinary measures when required.
• Ensures that direct reports comply with authority standards regarding personal appearance, fostering a professional work environment.
• Oversees the maintenance and accountability of all direct reports’ equipment, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and promoting operational efficiency.
• Establishes, implements, and continuously improves safety processes related to airside operations in accordance with Title 14 CFR Part 139.
• Oversees the Airport SMS requirements in collaboration with the SMS Manager.
• Manages the Wildlife Program Manager and ensures the effective oversight of the TPA Wildlife Hazard Management Plan.
• Ensures compliance with Title 14 CFR Part 139 and permitting requirements for wildlife hazard management programs at TPA.
• Collaborates with airfield safety staff to innovate and streamline compliance processes, setting high industry standards.
• Reviews engineering and construction plans for compliance with Part 139 and evaluates potential operational impacts.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary.

COMPETENCIES
• Driving Results: Ability to inspire and motivate their staff to achieve goals by fostering a positive work environment that encourages enthusiasm, engagement, and high performance. Creates a sense of purpose and excitement around team’s output.
• Decisiveness: Thinking outside the box; taking appropriate risk when getting things done with resources available resulting in actionable output.
• Accountability: Taking responsibility for one’s actions and decisions; Admitting mistakes and learning from them; Assuming responsibility for dealing with problems, crisis, or issues.
• Sound Judgement: The ability to make sound and timely decisions by analyzing and understanding situations and information clearly by carefully examining the details. Exhibits a sense of urgency where appropriate.

REQUIRED FOR ALL HCAA JOBS
• In the event of an emergency or disaster that impacts the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA), an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department or the HCAA Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Such assignments may be before, during, or after the emergency/disaster.
• Complies with all HCAA Policies, Procedures, and Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public or Business Administration, Airport Management, or related field.
• Six (6)years experience in an airport with Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 139 as listed in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guide.
• Three (3) years supervisory experience.
• Accreditation as a Certified Member (CM) by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) and/or AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Airfield Operations credential.
• Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, specifically Title 14 CFR Part 139, and associated airport operations requirements.
• Knowledge of SMS and best practices related to airfield safety and compliance.
• Knowledge of wildlife hazard management principles and practices applicable to airport environments.
• Knowledge of airfield construction coordination processes and project inspection standards.
• Ability to establish clear direction, motivate teams, and foster a work culture focused on ongoing learning and performance goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside the Authority.
• Ability to handle restricted, sensitive, and confidential information.
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service, serve the public, and represent the Authority with courtesy and professionalism.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES
• Frequent standing & walking
• Sitting up to 6 hours per shift
• Lifting up to 20 Ibs.
• Occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, dragging & reaching overhead
• Continuous typing
• Frequent use of car/light truck

The Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport provides equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership, or non-membership in an  employee organization, or based on personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.
The Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application, testing and hiring process. The decision to grant reasonable accommodation requests will be made case-by-case.