Airport Assistant Operations Officer

MOS Code: 17C (Army), 632 (Navy), OS (Coast Guard), 7041 (Marine Corps)

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business or Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Engineering, or a related field.
• Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monitoring airport operations for compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), state, and City regulations:
  • Visually inspect physical condition and security of assigned airfield, airport, terminal facilities, and leased properties in accordance with defined guidelines.
  • Observe activities for adherence to safety, environmental, or other operational requirements as per explicit instructions.
  • Report deviations from acceptability standards, violations of code or contract provisions, and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in coordination of airfield safety, airport security, and public safety during ordinary or emergency situations:
  • Support day-to-day, drill, or actual emergency response and rescue operations.
  • Direct supervisors and delegated phases of activities such as parking, ground transportation, communications, and maintenance.
  • Resolve incidents including aircraft hijackings, hazardous material spills, or bomb threats.
  • Recommend closure of aircraft movement areas as required.
  • Evaluate results and recommend improvements in work organization and assignments.
• Prepare and present class instructions on related topics.
• Perform related duties:
  • Execute duties of immediate supervisor or coworkers to ensure continuity of operations during absences.
  • Maintain records and prepare reports.
  • Respond to airport emergencies involving potential loss of human life or property.
  • Resolve inquiries, problems, or complaints from airlines, passengers, or the media.
  • Represent the City at meetings and conferences.
  • Interact with officials, regulatory agencies, airport tenants, department directors, coworkers, media, and the public.
  • Provide direction and oversee airport personnel after normal work hours.
  • Enforce personnel rules, regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially.

Benefits

• Life and Health Insurance:
  • Self-insured entity with a third-party administrator for Medical and Pharmacy benefits.
  • Basic Life Insurance Coverage at no cost to eligible employees.
  • Optional Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability coverage.
  • Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account options (healthcare and/or dependent care).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  • Access to mental health sessions, therapy, and trained counselors at no cost.
• Wellness Program:
  • Wellness education, fitness tests, biometric screenings, group fitness, health coaching, and more.
• Tuition Assistance Program:
  • Encourages personal and professional development by sharing educational costs for Degree, Certifications, Continuing Education, and Books & Equipment.
• Vacation Leave:
  • Eligibility after six months of employment for regular employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week.
  • Accrual rates per pay period:
    • 0 - 5 years of service: 3.70 hours (12 days per year).
    • >5 - 15 years of service: 5.24 hours (17 days per year).
    • >15 years of service: 6.16 hours (20 days per year).
• Sick Leave:
  • Accrued in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules.
• Accident Leave:
  • Applies to occupational injuries and diseases occurring on or after the adoption date of the ordinance.
• Pregnancy Leave:
  • Treated as any other temporary physical disability; use of accumulated sick leave followed by unpaid leave or annual leave.
• Legal Holidays:
  • New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Holiday, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, Employee's Birthday.
  • Additional holidays as designated by City Council.