As the Airport Operations Duty Manager Supervisory you will monitor, manage and ensure the safe, efficient, and secure operation of the entire Airport complex.

Airport Operations Duty Manager Supervisory

Serves in the Airport Operations Department at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Through a subordinate team of Airport Operations Duty Managers, performs airport management functions with responsibility for the safe, efficient, and secure operation of the entire Airport complex with the goal of maximizing safety and security with minimal disruption to Airport operations. Maintains constant awareness of changing conditions, activities, and requirements affecting Airport airside and landside operations. Reacts and responds to incidents, events, problems, and complaints in a professional manner and takes appropriate actions. Performs related functions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly and through subordinate staff, manages, monitors, and ensures the safe, efficient, and secure operation of the Airport complex.

Maintains constant awareness of changing conditions, activities, and requirements affecting Airport operations.

Patrols, monitors, and inspects the Airport complex to ensure all Airport operations mechanisms, procedures, and activities are in compliance with Federal requirements.

Evaluates situations and directs personnel in response to incidents, emergency events, and problems and complaints.

Ensures that Airport Operations Duty Managers under their supervision document all discrepancies and non-complying conditions concerning 14 FAR Part 139 and 49 FAR Part 1540 and 1542 found during each shift and are accurately included in a daily shift log. Ensures tenant activities are forwarded to appropriate parties and reports for follow-up actions are filed during each shift. Monitors progress of corrections; determines severity of discrepancies and priority for corrective action. Ensures corrective actions are completed in a timely manner.

Develops and implements approved Airport security, certification, and safety programs in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations and Airports Authority guidelines.

Initiates and directs the appropriate Airport Contingency Plan(s) during airport emergencies.

Performs as the Incident Commander, in an emergency, coordinating personnel efforts.

Identifies and builds relationships with Airport employees and with contacts at other airports.

Acts as a liaison between the TSA, CBP, FAA, airlines, tenants and other stakeholders regarding Airport security and ensures adherence to the Airport’s operations safety standards.

Responds to violations, incidents, and complaints, and takes immediate action.

Enforces airfield vehicle and driving regulations.

Ensures compliance with Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Sec. 139.337 (Wildlife hazard management) and construction program requirements and regulations to mitigate wildlife hazards. Ensures the safe use of firearms at the airport, when used for wildlife mitigation.

Ensures all applicable FAA and Airport regulations are adhered to for all airfield construction activities.

Directs or initiates action to prevent unsafe airside and landside operating conditions.

Manages the Airport Operations 24-hour Command Center, and supervises a team of Airport Operations Duty Managers and related security personnel.

Reviews and ensures accuracy of log of shift activities and prepares reports concerning daily operations.

Monitors the activities of Airport business operations and facilitates the effective resolution of problems that may adversely impact the traveling public or Airport operation.

[IAD only] Monitors the AeroTrain, Plane Mate, and Mobile Lounge operations.

Coordinates news and media requests with the Public Affairs Department.

Ensures coordination with the appropriate authorities responsible for the security of individuals identified as “high risk”.

Resolves airline and tenant complaints.

Develops and recommends modifications plans, manuals, regulations, and other operating procedures, as appropriate, for review and approval.

Oversees movements of the Snow Team during winter operations.

May initiate and serve in the Incident Command System and the Emergency Operations Center during emergency conditions.

Serves as Airport Security Coordinator, Airport Operations Deputy Manager, or Airport Operations Department Manager in their absence.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Seven years of progressively responsible experience in airport or airline operations as a full performance level Operations Officer, or in a comparable job class in airport or airline operations at either a 14 CFR Part 139 certified airport OR seven years of military air operations experience, OR a combination of the two provided that totals seven years of operations experience.

Two of the seven years of experience must have been at a TSA Security Category I or higher airport as a full performance level Operations Officer, or in a comparable airline or military position.

Knowledge of supervisory principles and ability to manage the operations and programs of the unit/team.

Knowledge of and ability to comply with Federal, state, and local regulatory requirements governing airports.

Knowledge of airport management at a Category II or higher airport and ability to perform collateral duty assignments such as airport certification, airport operations budget management, and airport maintenance and construction monitoring and control.

Knowledge of aircraft operations and skill in avoiding situations that might adversely impact safe operations.

Ability to recommend and develop new airport operational policies or procedures, as necessary.

Ability to analyze complex situations, prioritize issues, and formulate response plans.

Ability to make detailed analyses of data and information and make recommendations.

Ability to speak and write effectively, with emphasis on communicating sensitive or classified information in an emergency situation.

Skill in using a computer and modern office suite software, with emphasis on security access control systems and weather monitoring systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in airport or airline operations at a TSA Security Category X airport.

EDUCATION

A Bachelor’s Degree.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A state driver’s license in good standing.

NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS

Operates vehicle landside and airside (requires AOA permit).

Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, customer service and other factors.

May be required to discharge firearms and other pyrotechnic devices to mitigate wildlife hazards.

May be subject to the possibility of bomb and terrorist threats, irate passengers, large crowds, airport trespassers with ill intent, and adverse weather conditions.

May be subject to potential hazards common to the airport environment, including exposure to hazardous materials and noise exceeding 85 decibels. Wears personal protective gear, as necessary.

Work requires moderate to heavy physical exertion (lifting objects up to 50 pounds).

Is subject to hold-over and recall on a 24-hour basis for essential services and emergencies such as snow removal.

May be subject to night/weekend work. Works rotating shifts.

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

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Overview

The Purchasing Supervisor oversees, guides, and supervises the Buyers performing purchasing and procurement activities for the City and its departments. Oversees bidding, contract development, vendor disputes, and payments.

Essential Functions

1 Supervises and oversees the review, evaluations, and management of bids, specifications, and award recommendations for all procurement or purchasing requiring City Council approval to ensure applicable laws and procedures are followed and quality purchases are made by the City and its departments.

2 Supervises, directs, and guides to staff to maintain productivity; reviews and monitors all purchasing contracts for completeness and compliance with Federal, State and City code and regulations.

3 Develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; recommends or adjusts work priorities, project schedules, resources, and work plans as required; inspects work for quality, evaluates work performance, and recommends awards for employees; gives advice, counsel, instruction, and identifies routine training needs for employees.

4 Researches and investigates procurement issues and prepares responses to the City Manager’s Office, City
Council, City Attorney, and City Auditor’s Office; responds to vendor protests and assists executive staff in
resolving issues regarding bids, proposals, specifications, high-tech procurement, exempt and emergency
purchases, and other large scale purchases.

5 Supervises the development and implementation of software utilized by the Office of Procurement Services; reviews processes and procedures to ensure seamless integration with software and efficiencies; participates in the development and implementation of new and updated processes and procedures for operational efficiency.

6 Provides procurement support in the issuance of notices, reconciliation of complex problems, and vendor
protests; provides high level support for challenging or difficult situations.

7 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1 Knowledge of purchasing and procurement practices, procedures, and methods.

2 Ability to perform mathematical computations with accuracy and efficiency.

3 Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

4 Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

5 Communicating effectively orally and in writing.

6 Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.

7 Supervising staff, handling personnel issues, monitoring timecards and general payroll, and developing policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, finance, or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in applying principles and practices of governmental purchasing as well as federal, state, and local government procurement laws and practices.
  AND
• One (1) year of leadwork/supervisory experience.

EQUIVALENCIES: 

• High school diploma or GED plus eight (8) years of the required experience, including one (1) year of leadwork/supervisory responsibilities, will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Associate degree in any field plus six (6) years of the required experience including one (1) year of leadwork/supervisory responsibilities will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a non-specified field plus six (6) years of the required experience, including one (1) year of leadwork/supervisory responsibilities, will meet the education and experience requirement.
• Master’s degree (or higher) in a specified field plus two (2) years of the required experience, including one (1) year of leadwork/supervisory responsibilities, will meet the education and experience requirements

LICENSE:

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background investigations.

DEPARTMENTAL NOTE:

• The Capital Infrastructure and Development (I&D) Division handles multiple high-dollar, complicated procurements for capital projects across the Dallas Airport System. The Capital Procurement Supervisor (Supervisor – Procurement) would serve as an advanced lead for all capital procurements. This position will require an advanced knowledge of contract, agenda, and procurement management, and will serve as back-up support for all functions within the capital procurement team.

$22.64 – $23.77 Hourly

$1,811.20 – $1,901.60 Biweekly

$3,924.27 – $4,120.13 Monthly

$47,091.20 – $49,441.60 Annually

Position Summary
Maintain and monitor physical plant and equipment at an assigned City location; perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

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.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED supplemented by thirty (30) credit hours vocational training in equipment operation and maintenance; and

Two (2) years of experience operating and maintaining industrial equipment in a large, modern, complex facility.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid New Mexico Journey level BO1 Boilers License for Low Pressure within one (1) year from date of hire.
Preferred Knowledge
Operational characteristics of assigned equipment and facilities
Principles and practices of equipment operation, maintenance and repair
Principles and procedures of preventive maintenance
Occupational hazards and safety procedures
Operational characteristics of a variety of maintenance and repair tools and equipment
Principles and procedures of record keeping
Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations

Preferred Skills & Abilities
Maintain and monitor physical plant and equipment at an assigned City location
Perform preventive maintenance on assigned plant and equipment
Read and understand meters and gauges
Report and handle operating plant facility emergencies in accordance with established procedures
Communicate clearly and concisely
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is the head of the Office of IT Information Security and will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust cyber/information security strategy to protect LAWA’s sensitive data, customer information, and critical systems. The primary objective of this position is to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all information assets while complying with relevant regulations and industry best practices.

This role will work closely with various business units, IT teams, and senior management to develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures that align with LAWA’s risk appetite and business objectives and lead the Cyber Security program. As a senior technology leadership team member reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the role will engage with each business to establish acceptable levels of cyber and information security risk across the organization, unique to each business unit. This individual will proactively work with business units to implement practices that meet established policies and standards and will lead efforts to champion and communicate the impact of applying cyber and information protections to the senior stakeholders. The CISO will operate as a business leader and should have a track record of competency in the fields of cyber/information security and/or risk management.

This individual must be knowledgeable of both internal and external business environments and ensure that information systems are maintained in a fully functional and secure mode and are compliant with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations. They will serve as the process owner of functions related to confidentiality, integrity, and availability, but will also advocate for the safety, privacy, and recovery of information owned or processed by the business in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Cyber threats are relentless, and a single breach can bring devastating consequences to the City and LAWA, including financial loss, operational disruption, reputational damage, and legal repercussions. The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a mission-critical defense post responsible for safeguarding the organization’s most valuable digital assets. Without a strong, proactive cybersecurity leader, the business is vulnerable to attack.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and enforce a comprehensive organizational cybersecurity strategy and vision that aligns with LAWA’s priorities around defending the infrastructure, data, and operations. Enable and facilitate the organization’s business objectives, ensuring senior stakeholder buy-in and mandate.
• Direct and empower a security team responsible for continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and risk mitigation across all systems. Coordinate the development and implementation of incident response plans and procedures to ensure that business-critical services are recovered in the event of a security event; provide direction, support, and in-house consulting in these areas. Build a best-in-class security program including the maintenance of an appropriately sized team of highly talented cybersecurity professionals.
• Manage and contain information security incidents and events to protect corporate IT assets, intellectual property, regulated data, and the company’s reputation.
• Monitor the external threat environment for emerging threats and advise relevant stakeholders on the appropriate courses of action. Collaborate with LAWA’s Deputy Executive Director for Safety and Security and represent LAWA on cybersecurity matters to airport stakeholders. Advise senior leadership on emerging cybersecurity risks, investment priorities, and the evolving global threat landscape.
• Develop, implement, and monitor a strategic cyber/information security program to ensure appropriate levels of confidentiality, integrity, availability, safety, privacy, and recovery of information assets owned, controlled, or processed by LAWA. This includes developing an information security vision and strategy aligned with LAWA’s priorities and business objectives, ensuring senior stakeholder buy-in and mandate. Implement and enforce a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that protects the organization’s infrastructure, data, and operations.
• Facilitate an information security governance structure through the support and oversight of the security program, including the facilitation of security steering committees and participation in LAWA risk committees or advisory boards.
• Establish and maintain strict security governance, ensuring compliance with industry regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2) and aligning federal, state, and local cybersecurity policies and regulations (e.g., CJIS, TSA, City of LA). Work with compliance staff to ensure that all information owned, collected, or controlled by or on behalf of LAWA is processed and stored in accordance with applicable laws and other regulatory requirements, such as data privacy.
• Implement and manage advanced security technologies, threat intelligence, and access control measures to proactively prevent cyber intrusions.
• Oversee regular cybersecurity risk assessments and audits and remediate findings.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with IT, legal, compliance, and risk management teams to embed cybersecurity into every aspect of the business.
• Provide intelligence on key cybersecurity trends and incidents to business leaders, ensuring clear communication between security personnel and key stakeholders. Foster a security-first culture, ensuring employees at all levels understand their role in protecting the organization from cyber threats.

 

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates for this position must meet the following minimum requirements:

1. The CISO must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or an equivalent.

2. The CISO will operate as a business leader and must have track record of minimum of seven (7) years of competence in the field of information security and/or risk management (combined or in each field).

3. The candidate must hold a CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification. A CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) certification is desired.

4. The candidate must have a minimum of seven (7) years of full-time paid experience in IT security roles, managing security teams and implementing security programs.

5. A master’s degree, such as an MBA or a master’s degree in cybersecurity, is desired.

 

If you have any questions, please contact the Information Management & Technology Division at

IMTGHIRING@lawa.org or at (424) 646-5274.

The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners (PBC BCC) invites applications for Manager, Property Management, with the Department of Airports. In this highly professional and administrative position, work is conducted at Palm Beach International Airport and the County’s three general aviation airports. The work consists of developing and implementing systems to maintain accountability for the management and leasing of Airports’ real property. The position develops and prepares contracts, leases, concessions, permits, Board Agenda Items, and other documents for the County’s four airports. The successful candidate will manage databases and ensure agreement compliance; conduct field inspections and notify tenants, permittees, concessionaires, and contractors of contract/permit violations; and handle specific complex transactions. The Manager is responsible for preparation and administration of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations for Bids (IFBs). Establishing operational policies and procedures; supervising professional and technical staff. Assists with the implementation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)/Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) programs. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Airport Properties, and is reviewed and evaluated through conferences, reports, and results obtained.

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to work with our team of professional and administrative staff to sustain and enhance PBI’s operations, and deal with the challenges facing Airports in the future.

QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires qualified applicants to possess one of the following:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Real Estate; minimum of four (4) years of experience in commercial real estate leasing transactions and property management.

Equivalencies:

Unrelated Bachelor’s Degree AND five (5) years of related experience
Associate’s Degree AND six (6) years of related experience
Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification AND eight (8) years of related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE EXPERIENCE IN/WITH: Preparing and/or monitoring leases, contracts, concession agreements, or permits of airport tenants; preparing requests for airport proposals/bids/Board Agenda Items. Also desirable: Prior supervisory experience in an airport conducting commercial real estate transactions.

OUR AIRPORT SYSTEM

Palm Beach County operates a system of four airports. PBI serves both air carriers and general aviation aircraft. Annually, PBI handles approximately 140,000 aircraft operations, made up of both air carrier and general aviation activity, and over 8.5 million passengers. PBI’s terminal facility encompasses 657,000 square feet, made up of three concourses with 28 passenger holdrooms/gates with loading bridges, an in-line baggage handling system, and Federal Inspection Services facilities for processing international passengers. The airfield consists of three runways including a 10,000 ft. primary runway. PBI also has on site: 9,600 public parking spaces, including multi-level garages and surface lots, a 24-hour FAA air traffic control tower, a U.S. Customs and Immigration port of entry facility, cargo facilities, an Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting facility, and three fixed base operators, with four general aviation terminal facilities.

In addition to PBI, the County operates three general aviation airports including: North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport located in Palm Beach Gardens, which provides easy access to the Florida Research Park and Jupiter; Palm Beach County Park Airport located in Lantana, 6 miles south of PBI, and Palm Beach County Glades Airport located in the western portion of Palm Beach County, adjacent to Lake Okeechobee.

PBI continues to receive many prestigious awards including: third-best U.S. airport by Travel + Leisure Magazine, fifth best airport in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards seventh best medium airport in the 2024 J.D. Power North American Airport Satisfaction Survey. With a customer-centered focus, PBI is exceeding expectations and continues to be named in the Top 10 Best Airports in the U.S. by providing our passengers an easy, convenient and stress-free experience from parking to boarding.

PBI strives to be the favorite airport for both passengers and guests picking up travelers A concourse expansion is underway, providing for more than 50,000 square foot of additional space on Concourse B and two new aircraft gates, in addition to the update of all food, beverage and retail concessions throughout the entire terminal facility. In addition, plans for the construction of a consolidated rent-a-car facility and the construction of a post-security connection between all the concourses are in process.

Additionally, the Palm Beach County Department of Airports has consistently been recognized as having a strong financial position by the national bond rating agencies due to low cost per enplanement, strong debt service coverage, robust cash balances, diversified air carrier mix, and diversified revenue stream.

OUR COMMUNITY

Palm Beach County is one of the most desirable locations in South Florida to live. The average temperature is 78 degrees; the 47-mile shoreline has numerous public beaches; and the landscape ranges from urban to agricultural to natural wetlands. In Palm Beach County, there are more than 150 public and private golf courses, hundreds of tennis courts, dozens of parks, waterparks, boating docks, snorkeling and diving sites, cultural and historic attractions, regional libraries, adult education pro-grams, hundreds of houses of worship, and dozens of schools, colleges and universities, hospitals and shopping/entertainment centers. The BCC provides diverse and comprehensive services, from animal care to libraries, public works to PBI.

Palm Beach County is geographically among the largest of the 67 counties in Florida and is larger than the state of Delaware. There are an estimated 1.5 million people living in Palm Beach County. The life¬styles of residents range from urban to rural, with the more densely populated areas in the east. There are 39 municipalities in Palm Beach County. The remaining residents live in unincorporated areas. Major industries in Palm Beach County include tourism and agriculture, with the western portion of the County producing about 10% of the nation’s sugar. The County is bounded by Lake Okeechobee, the Everglades, and the Atlantic Ocean, all of which offer recreational opportunities in beautiful natural settings.

The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners (PBC BCC) invites applications for Director, Airport Properties, Department of Airports. In this highly responsible role, you will perform professional, administrative, and technical work leading the Airport Properties Division at Palm Beach International (PBI) Airport and three other general aviation airports. The Director supervises a staff of five management, professional, technical, and support employees engaged in the development and issuance of solicitations, such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations for Bids, leases and license agreements, and property management. The position reports to the Deputy Director, Real Estate and Concessions. Work is reviewed through conferences, written reports, and observation of results obtained.

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to work with our team of professional and administrative staff to sustain and enhance PBI’s operations, and deal with the challenges facing Airports in the future.

Responsibilities include:

*Drafting complex legal documents such as leases, concession agreements, license agreements, and easements.
*Drafting Requests for Proposals and Invitations for Bids.
*Review of legal descriptions and survey sketches.
*Acts as contract administrator for designated contracts.
*Reviews and monitors the terms and conditions of contracts, concession agreements, leases and permits between the tenants of the County’s four airports and Palm Beach County.
*Drafts updates to Airport Rules and Regulations and General Aviation Minimum Standards.
*Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with governmental agencies, consultants, developers, regulatory agencies, users and the public, in support of the goals of the Department.
*Assists with the development of Department’s capital improvement budgets.
*Oversees and prepares performance indicators.
*Prepares and delivers presentations to staff, board members, industry partners, civic organizations, and the general public in person and over communication devices.
*Ensures compliance with the highest industry standards and all applicable regulatory environments.

QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires qualified applicants to possess one of the following:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Public Administration, Real Estate, Law or related field, and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in negotiating and preparing complex real estate documents such as concession agreements and commercial real estate leases, and contract, lease, or concession management, with at least two (2) years of responsible management or supervisory experience.

An unrelated Bachelor’s Degree or related Associate’s Degree, and a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in negotiating and preparing complex real estate documents such as concession agreements and commercial real estate leases, and contract, lease, or concession management, with at least two (2) years of responsible management or supervisory experience.

Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification, and a minimum of nine (9) years of experience in negotiating and preparing complex real estate documents such as concession agreements and commercial real estate leases, and contract, lease, or concession management, with at least two (2) years of responsible management or supervisory experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE EXPERIENCE IN/WITH: Commercial real estate transactions, including disposition, exchange and lease transactions; surveys, title examination, and land development regulations; preparing contract/RFPs/bids/board agenda items; working in a responsible administrative role at an airport facility.

OUR AIRPORT SYSTEM

Palm Beach County operates a system of four airports. PBI serves both air carriers and general aviation aircraft. Annually, PBI handles approximately 140,000 aircraft operations, made up of both air carrier and general aviation activity, and over 8.5 million passengers. PBI’s terminal facility encompasses 657,000 square feet, made up of three concourses with 28 passenger holdrooms/gates with loading bridges, an in-line baggage handling system, and Federal Inspection Services facilities for processing international passengers. The airfield consists of three runways including a 10,000 ft. primary runway. PBI also has on site: 9,600 public parking spaces, including multi-level garages and surface lots, a 24-hour FAA air traffic control tower, a U.S. Customs and Immigration port of entry facility, cargo facilities, an Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting facility, and three fixed base operators, with four general aviation terminal facilities.

In addition to PBI, the County operates three general aviation airports including: North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport located in Palm Beach Gardens, which provides easy access to the Florida Research Park and Jupiter; Palm Beach County Park Airport located in Lantana, 6 miles south of PBI, and Palm Beach County Glades Airport located in the western portion of Palm Beach County, adjacent to Lake Okeechobee.

PBI continues to receive many prestigious awards including: third-best U.S. airport by Travel + Leisure Magazine, fifth best airport in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards seventh best medium airport in the 2024 J.D. Power North American Airport Satisfaction Survey. With a customer-centered focus, PBI is exceeding expectations and continues to be named in the Top 10 Best Airports in the U.S. by providing our passengers an easy, convenient and stress-free experience from parking to boarding.

PBI strives to be the favorite airport for both passengers and guests picking up travelers A concourse expansion is underway, providing for more than 50,000 square foot of additional space on Concourse B and two new aircraft gates, in addition to the update of all food, beverage and retail concessions throughout the entire terminal facility. In addition, plans for the construction of a consolidated rent-a-car facility and the construction of a post-security connection between all the concourses are in process.

Additionally, the Palm Beach County Department of Airports has consistently been recognized as having a strong financial position by the national bond rating agencies due to low cost per enplanement, strong debt service coverage, robust cash balances, diversified air carrier mix, and diversified revenue stream.

OUR COMMUNITY

Palm Beach County is one of the most desirable locations in South Florida to live. The average temperature is 78 degrees; the 47-mile shoreline has numerous public beaches; and the landscape ranges from urban to agricultural to natural wetlands. In Palm Beach County, there are more than 150 public and private golf courses, hundreds of tennis courts, dozens of parks, waterparks, boating docks, snorkeling and diving sites, cultural and historic attractions, regional libraries, adult education pro-grams, hundreds of houses of worship, and dozens of schools, colleges and universities, hospitals and shopping/entertainment centers. The BCC provides diverse and comprehensive services, from animal care to libraries, public works to PBI.

Palm Beach County is geographically among the largest of the 67 counties in Florida and is larger than the state of Delaware. There are an estimated 1.5 million people living in Palm Beach County. The life¬styles of residents range from urban to rural, with the more densely populated areas in the east. There are 39 municipalities in Palm Beach County. The remaining residents live in unincorporated areas. Major industries in Palm Beach County include tourism and agriculture, with the western portion of the County producing about 10% of the nation’s sugar. The County is bounded by Lake Okeechobee, the Everglades, and the Atlantic Ocean, all of which offer recreational opportunities in beautiful natural settings.

SALARY
$43.84 – $46.03 Hourly

$3,507.20 – $3,682.40 Biweekly

$91,187.20 – $95,742.40 Annually

Position Summary 

Perform a wide variety of professional project management duties for facility renovation and new facility construction projects including professional and technical engineering, architectural or landscape architectural services and activities, construction management, capital project fiscal planning, project planning, design, plan check, inspection, and project budget and scheduling for multiple projects; direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate a variety of projects as assigned, which may include facility maintenance, building renovations and remodeling, and energy conservation; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies.

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 administrative direction from upper level management.

Exercise direct supervision over professional, supervisory, contract employees, technical, and lower level staff.

Essential and Supplemental Functions 

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

Assume management and supervisory responsibility for professional and technical architectural or landscape architectural services and activities, construction management, capital project fiscal planning, project planning, design, plan check, inspection, project budgets and scheduling for multiple projects.
Serve as project manager for assigned capital projects.
Participate in inspection and construction administrative services for assigned (CIP) capital improvement projects.
Plan, direct, coordinate, assign, review and evaluate the work activities, products, methods and procedures of staff and consultants responsible for performing a wide variety of multiple professional and technical renovations and new development of capital projects.
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend within departmental policy, appropriate services and staffing levels.
Ensure proper energy conservation methods are identified and enforced within assigned facilities.
Oversee the administration of landscape maintenance contracts; ensure compliance with contract standards and specifications.
Maintain facilities in compliance with applicable regulations; oversee the inspection and evaluation of major and minor equipment repair and/or preventive maintenance requirements.
Coordinate the maintenance and repair of all systems such as HVAC, communications and utility systems.
Maintain compliance of all unified code standards, including ADA.
Serve as the primary liaison with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies, for all assigned projects; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
Assist in managing and coordinating the maintenance of construction project facilities, including facility maintenance, energy conservation, and security systems maintenance and user agency related activities.
Develop project status reports, construction and design schedules, analysis sheets; estimate project construction costs and/or allowable construction costs, and develop budget sheets.
When Assigned to DMD or Aviation:Assume administrative responsibility and oversight for construction projects, including inspection services and field observations to ensure compliance with applicable specifications, regulations, ordinances and City approved plans.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the applicable field (facility operations and maintenance, building design and construction, etc.)
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
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 in construction management, engineering, or architecture; and

Six (6) years experience in any combination of the following areas:

facility construction
architectural design/construction
design/construction or capital project management; and
To include three (3) years supervisory experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

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 

Principles and practices of architecture (building, design, landscape, etc., depending on assignment)
Methods and techniques of project planning and the design and construction process as applied to assigned area (facility maintenance, building renovations and remodeling, and energy conservation)
Methods and techniques regarding public meeting presentation
Operations, services and activities of a capital improvement program
Principles and practices associated with project bidding including construction document preparation, specifications and process
Principles and practices of landscape material design and preparation
Principles and practices of building material, design, and construction methods
Plant material, soils, ground covers, grading and drainage, irrigation material and design, construction applications/details and maintenance considerations
Principles and practices of multiple project funding sources, requirements and reporting
Principles and practices of project budget, preparation and control
Principles and practices of multiple project scheduling and construction implementation
Operational characteristics, services and activities of a facilities maintenance program
Knowledge and experience with design and construction of energy efficient HVAC systems
Federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to building design, construction or renovation
Building code and standards, including ADA
Principles of work order, warehouse and inventory practices
Principles and practices of maintenance, repair and construction related to various facilities
Principles and practices of program development and administration
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation
Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations pertaining to procurement, contract administration, bid documents and regulations pertaining to Capital Grant Programs
Preferred Skills and Ability 

Oversee and participate in the management of the maintenance and construction for assigned facility
Lead, organize, coordinate and review the work of lower level staff and private sector design consultants
Oversee the design, planning, construction and renovation of a variety of major capital improvements including facilities, buildings, parks, structures, and systems and procedures
Oversee the design of HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems
Develop and administer division goals, objectives and procedures
Research, analyze and evaluate new service of project delivery methods and techniques
Serve as project manager for a variety of capital projects
Review and approve a variety of construction documents, specifications and details associated with any building, renovation and/or development project which require professional engineering, architectural or landscape architectural consultants and sub-consultants
Address the public and present information in a clear, organized and convincing manner
Inspect and coordinate review of fieldwork
Schedule construction for city crews, on-call construction contract(s) and bid situations
Develop project budgets and monitor for compliance
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff
Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives and procedures
Prepare and administer large and complex budgets
Prepare administrative and financial reports
Utilize basic computer programs and software and work order programs
Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
Maintain assigned facilities for compliance with applicable regulations
Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations
Communicate clearly and concisely
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Working Conditions

Environmental:
Office, field and construction environment; exposure to computer screens; occasional exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke fumes, gases, inclement weather conditions and work around heavy construction equipment; when assigned to cultural services may have exposure to animals, zoo environment.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.