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Airport Operations Supervisor AOCC

Broward County, Florida
$70,307.14 - $112,209.06 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
Mar 29, 2025
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Airport Operations Supervisor. This job announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS, HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS The Aviation Department which operates the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the North Perry Airport is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Airport Operations Supervisor. This is administrative and supervisory work in managing the overall operation of a functional area within the Aviation Operations Division. Work may involve responsibility for planning, coordinating and managing the operation of the Airport Operations Control Center (AOCC), Terminal, Landside, and Airfield within Operations sections of a County airport. Employees in this class supervise and train subordinates engaged in airport operations and inspections, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and County rules, regulations, and procedures. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment in planning and implementing operational procedures related to the assigned section, and is reviewed through conferences and written reports. Duties include working rotating shifts and assignments, including holidays and weekends. Work requires communication with the public, airport tenants, foreign, Federal, State, local government, and other agencies. All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors, and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Airport Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field. (Two years of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.) (One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.) Requires four (4) years in airport operations work including one (1) year lead work/supervisory experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Must possess a valid Florida driver's license during employment and maintain authority to drive on County business. Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge and a Customs and Border Protection seal, and non-movement or movement area driving privileges. Preferences AAAE certification or accreditation (ACE, CM, AAAE) Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Airport Management, Business Administration, or closely related field. Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all airport employees must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Provide overall supervision and direct subordinates in monitoring and enforcing policies and procedures involving airport safety, security, daily operations, appearance, etc. Schedules and conducts inspections, briefings and receives reports or electronic media through subordinates. Responds to airport emergencies, directs use of Aviation Department resources, coordinates with emergency responders, law enforcement, fire and rescue, and other agencies. Staffing of incident unified command and Airport emergency operations center. Directs subordinate personnel in support of incident command function during emergencies. Develops, coordinates and implements operating procedures related to the routine and emergency operation of the assigned specialized area. Performs research and prepares reports as requested on legislation, rules, operational policies/procedures and other factors having an impact on airport operations. Issues notices of violations and/or citations for non-compliance with airport rules and regulations, Chapter 2, 8 and 22 of the Broward County Code of Ordinances. Assists division management in implementing and maintaining currency in operations manuals, emergency plans, ground transportation plans, training programs, standard operating procedures and other publications utilized by the Aviation Department. Assists with the administration of contracts assigned to airport operations. Ability to supervise the work of employees performing operational functions in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale. Ability to lead and motivate the staff performing operational functions by creating an environment that fosters employee participation and a high level of productivity. Ability to interact with command-level personnel of police, fire, air carriers, and federal agencies. Ability to carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting policies and procedures. Ability to implement administrative programs and procedures and to evaluate their effectiveness. Ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in decision making. May act as the Airport Manager in their absence. Performs related work as required. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery. SPECIAL INFORMATION Competencies Tech Savvy Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. Makes effective use of the latest technologies required for success in the role; grasps the main terminology. Learns and adopts new technologies, although may require some time to master the changes. Manages Complexity Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options. Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions. Action Oriented Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes timely action on important or difficult issues. Identifies and pursues new opportunities that benefit the organization. Drives Results Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles. Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and reflects on feedback; actively integrates and applies key insights to enhance effectiveness. Clearly understands own impact on others and willingly makes adjustments when needed. Manages Ambiguity Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Learns about changing priorities and responds appropriately. Connects with appropriate individuals to gain direction. Takes steps forward, even when details are unknown. Situational Adaptability Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Sees even subtle cues to adapt; deploys a wide range of behaviors to stay effective. Exemplifies flexibility and resourcefulness; responds deftly to a variety of challenges and situations. County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request. Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.