Executive Director Palm Springs International Airport

About the role

The City of Palm Springs is seeking an experienced Executive Director for the Palm Springs International Airport. The position serves at the discretion of the City Manager and is classified as an "at-will" position.

Responsibilities

• Affords full management responsibility for airport services, activities, operations, safety, and security under delegated authority from the City Manager.
• Ensures Airport compliance with FAA rules and regulations, especially for certificated airports under 14 CFR Part 139.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates Airport’s work and strategic plans; meets with Airport and City staff to identify and resolve problems; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; and reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures.
• Develops, implements, and manages policies and procedures related to airport operations, safety, security, and maintenance; coordinates Airport policy manuals and procedures regarding emergency procedures, security and safety standards, minimum leasing standards, and operating procedures.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of the Airport’s Operations and Maintenance (O&M) budget, capital budget, special funds budgets (e.g., Customer Facility Charge (CFC) and Passenger Facility Charge (PFC)) for the Airport; monitors the assigned budgets and approves expenditures as required.
• Prepares and presents staff reports and presentations to City Council and Airport Commission pertaining to legislative and regulatory matters, policies, procedures, agreements, contracts, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants.
• Captures and analyzes data and information regarding airline and airport operations and marketing of the Airport; prepares written reports and oral presentations on activities.
• Coordinates and attends advisory Airport Commission and committee meetings; prepares and furnishes agendas, meeting materials, data, maps, and records; provides technical assistance and advice.
• Coordinates and negotiates acquisition or sale of property.
• Represents the Airport at Airport Commission and to outside agencies and organizations.
• Assesses a variety of natural or man-made emergency situations requiring Airport closure or altered operations such as extreme weather conditions, bomb threats, fire, aircraft emergencies, utility outages or interruptions, security breaches, etc.
• Responds to and resolves citizen complaints, questions, and problems (e.g., noise complaints); contacts departments or agencies involved; provides direction and delegates authority as necessary to correct issues.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of Airport management and administration.

Requirements

• At least ten (10) years of experience as a senior executive within a commercial service hub airport program, which includes a minimum of five years increasingly responsible administrative/supervisory airport experience and oversight.
• The Executive Director must also have the ability to understand and interpret financial information as it relates to Airport revenues and overall financial management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, or a related airport field, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities is required.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Possession of an appropriate valid California driver license with a satisfactory driving record is required.
• Possession of a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, which is approved through the Federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is required.
• Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) credential through the American Association of Airport Executives is preferred.

Benefits

The City of Palm Springs provides a comprehensive benefit program for employees including:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Retiree Health Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Employee paid Supplemental Insurance Programs
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Retirement Plan through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Contact Information

To learn more about the position or to apply, please click here. For additional information regarding this recruitment, please contact ADK Consulting at:
Rod Dinger, A.A.E.
rod@adkexecutivesearch.com
Dan Sprinkle, A.A.E.
dan@adkexecutivesearch.com

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Palm Springs is an equal employment opportunity employer and we encourage all persons to file applications. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family or marital status, disability, medical condition or pregnancy, genetic information, religious or political affiliation, or veteran status.

Disaster Service Worker

In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Palm Springs Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.