Airport Operations Supervisor - Airside

Position Overview

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division/Section: HOU Operations – Airside

Workdays & Hours*: Shift work, will include a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays (subject to change).

Purpose of Division

Airside Operations is responsible for the functionality and safety of the Air Operations Area (AOA) by maintaining compliance with FAA regulations to ensure the airport retains its operating certificate. Airside Operations monitors stakeholders for compliance with federal regulations as well as HAS operating instructions. Through joint coordination and communication with all airport groups and stakeholders, the team effectively responds to, and coordinates incidents and emergencies by implementing appropriate procedures, collaborating with first responders, and analyzing and taking appropriate action to assure continuity of service, operations, and airport services during all incidents and emergencies.

Purpose of the Position

The Airport Operations Supervisor – Airside serves as a leader in Airside Operations who maintains a safe and secure airport environment by supervising airside functions, including airport operations and tenant‑area inspections, managing operational and emergency activities, and facilitating emergency exercises, testing, and Title 14 Code Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 139 program training. The supervisor maintains efficiencies and safety, helping employees become experts in their job functions. The role also coordinates airfield maintenance and construction activities, participates in various phases of emergency management and irregular operations, and interacts with airlines, federal agencies, and airport management. Candidates must be able to obtain all required security badge access, including Customs Border Patrol access, within six months of the hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous oversight and direction to the Airside team by identifying daily objectives, scheduling, assigning work, training and evaluating performance to ensure compliance with 150‑series Advisory Circulars (ACs) and 14 CFR Part 139.
• Identifies and anticipates operational and safety concerns by inspecting airport facilities and operating areas and monitoring radio communications.
• Conducts audits of operational activity and airport facilities on and near the AOA to evaluate team performance in maintaining compliance with policy, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Manages the response to aircraft emergencies, hazardous‑material incidents and medical emergencies in accordance with the Airport Emergency Plan, coordinating with internal divisions and external agencies and using the National Incident Management System framework.
• Reviews and manages airfield self‑inspection records per 14 CFR Part 139.327 and 339.
• Initiates and disseminates NOTAMs per AC 150/5200‑28 and FAA JO 7930.2 to meet federal requirements.
• Oversees wildlife‑hazard management activities through coordination with the USDA wildlife biologist to reduce and mitigate wildlife hazards on and near the airport.
• Maintains and updates the airport’s Wildlife Hazard Management Plan per 14 CFR Part 139.337 in coordination with the Airside Operations Division Manager.
• Reviews, provides feedback on, and approves airside construction plans, assuring compliance with FAA regulations, policies and procedures.
• Manages the fuel inspection program and maintains fuel inspection records to ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 139.321 and 327.
• Manages and maintains the Airport Certification Manual to ensure compliance with regulatory documents per 14 CFR Part 139 subpart C.
• Manages and maintains the Airport Emergency Plan to ensure compliance with AC 150/5200‑31.
• Develops and facilitates periodic tabletop and full‑scale emergency exercises, testing resource response to ensure compliance with the certification manual, emergency plan and 14 CFR Part 139.325.
• Manages the airside training program per 14 CFR Part 139.303, ensuring coverage of all FAA‑required subjects, identifying individual and organizational needs, and delivering CBT, OJT and practical training for Houston Airport System, airline, tenant and contract personnel.
• Initiates, manages and oversees various projects to ensure compliance with federal and local rules, laws and codes.
• Prepares and presents reports and studies for management.
• Approves issuance of NOVs (Notice of Violation) for airside violations per Operating Instruction 0503 and represents airside operations during contested hearings.
• Keeps abreast of existing and new legislation and ensures compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

Working Conditions

• Lifting and moving moderately heavy items (up to 40 lb) such as barricades, traffic cones and equipment.
• Very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis.
• Routine exposure to heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions.
• Routine exposure to soiled materials and chemical substances such as aviation fuel, fluids and cleaning solutions.
• Requirement for coordinated eye/hand movements within fine to moderate tolerance.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Aviation Management, Aeronautics, Airway Science, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field (a Bachelor’s degree may substitute for up to two years of experience).
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in airport operations, with at least four (4)