AIRPORT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
Aviation & Transportation Department
$1,500 sign-on bonus available to an external candidate and up to $2,500 relocation offered.
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Portland International Jetport is currently seeking a highly effective, experienced Airport Operations Supervisor to help lead the charge of the Airport Operations Department. The successful incumbent will have demonstrated leadership, project management experience, and problem-solving skills, in addition to exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a dedicated team. Must be capable of leading diverse programs and initiatives while conceiving and achieving the many goals that will make the department an industry top performer. This position supervises a group of Airport Operations Duty Officers or Operations Coordinators and is key to ensuring that the Jetport’s core values of Safety, Service, Teamwork, and Trust are instilled in the daily operations.
Qualifications:
- Successful candidates will possess strong leadership and communication skills, exceptional knowledge of and experience with training individuals and groups, and clear expertise in the multifaceted nature of operating a Part 139 airport.
- Understanding and development of multiple complex curricula and diverse training experiences are highly desired.
- The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience proactively developing and implementing auditing practices, including using benchmarking and metrics to determine, track, and demonstrate success.
- Ability and resolve to proactively mentor and assist coworkers and subordinates as needed is a must.
- This position participates in the hiring process and is responsible for shift scheduling, performance management, and the day-to-day supervision of Airport Operations Duty Officers or Operations Coordinators.
- This position requires the ability and willingness to work a schedule that may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- This position also requires the ability for the incumbent to obtain a SIDA badge and pass the necessary background checks in accordance with 49 CFR Part 1542.
- Must communicate effectively, both written and verbally, and possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in aviation management or equivalent related field experience.
- Previous leadership experience with direct subordinates preferred.
Applications accepted until June 13, 2025.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Salary & Benefits:
This is a union position, Pro-Tech, Grade MA-8, Annual salary range starting at $66,123.20.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:
- Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
- Thirteen paid holidays
- Sick, vacation, and personal leave
- Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
- Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Use of City recreation facilities
- Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College
If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Group : PROTECH
Job Family : SUPERVISORS
Posting Start : 05/30/2025
Posting End : 06/13/2025