Airport Operations and Compliance Manager



Airport Operations and Compliance Manager

Salary

$104,686.40 - $132,683.20 Annually

Location

Seattle, WA

Job Type

Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week

Job Number

2022BM16914

Department

DES - Executive Services

Division

Airport

Opening Date

08/31/2022

Closing Date

5/8/2023 11:54 AM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines

Summary

To be considered, all candidates must also fill out the ADK employment application at Executive Search and Consulting (adkexecutivesearch.com) 

King County International Airport - Boeing Field (KCIA/BFI) is searching for an exceptional people leader to serve as its Airport Operations and Compliance Manager. King County is one of America's fastest-growing regions, and Executive Dow Constantine is building partnerships and working with employees to meet the key challenges facing the Northwest—equity and social justice, climate change, and regional mobility.

To meet these challenges, the Airport Operations and Compliance Manager will be the primary operational point-of-contact for the Airport’s manufacturing, corporate, airline, cargo, and general aviation operators. This role also manages the Airport Operations team comprised of both Airport Duty Managers and Airport Operations Specialists. KCIA operates in a dynamic and fast paced twenty-four-hour seven day a week environment.  

ABOUT KING COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (BOEING FIELD)

King County International Airport (KCIA)—also known as Boeing Field (BFI)—is one of the busiest primary non-hub airports in the nation. Just four miles south of downtown Seattle, it averages around 200,000 operations (takeoffs and landings) each year. In 2001, it was named by the National Air Transportation Association as one of the “100 Most Needed Airports” in the United States.

KCIA ranks among the most successful public investments in state history. The airport’s annual economic impact is $3.5 billion - supporting over 18,000 jobs and providing $1.8 billion in labor income in the county. The airport’s 150 tenant businesses also directly support over 5,000 jobs in the local economy.
The airport serves small commercial passenger airlines, cargo carriers - including UPS and private aircraft owners, helicopters, corporate jets, and military and other aircraft. It is also the final delivery center for the Boeing Company’s 737 and serves as its military flight center along with other Boeing operations. The Museum of Flight is located there, with its wide variety of aircraft and exhibits showcasing aviation history. It is frequently host to celebrities and dignitaries, including the President of the United States, who prefer Boeing Field because of its proximity to downtown Seattle and other commercial areas.
To learn more about King County International Airport (Boeing Field) please visit our website at: https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/transportation/airport.aspx.
 
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & SOCIAL JUSTICE

As the only county in the United States named after one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation’s history, Martin Luther King, Jr. County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the artistic and social traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change.

ABOUT KING COUNTY (GREATER SEATTLE METRO AREA)

King County has a very strong and resilient economy and an environment where people and businesses can thrive. Located on Puget Sound in Washington State, and covering 2,134 square miles, King County is nearly twice as large as the average county in the United States. With more than 2 million people, it also ranks as the 13th most populous county in the nation.
King County is comprised of 39 cities and is truly an international destination, with over 100 languages spoken in the region and 30 million visitors annually. King County is home to the City of Seattle, suburban cities, small towns, islands, and rural communities, as well as forests, bodies of water, and farmlands.

Cities within King County frequently appear on “Best Places to Live” lists and it is #4 on the Forbes “The Best Places for Business and Careers” List. Many King County communities have highly rated schools, nationally recognized restaurants, vibrant recreation, and numerous cultural opportunities. Housing options range from easy-to-access islands, downtown high-rises, and distinct Seattle neighborhoods to suburban developments that boast walkable amenities.

KEY DELIVERABLES AND EXPECTATIONS

To be considered for this opportunity, you must, at a minimum demonstrate skill and ability to: 

  • Ensures the Airport’s compliance with FAR Part 139. Develops and monitors the Airport’s training programs associated with its FAR Part 139 compliance. Conducts periodic reviews and prepares revisions to the programs.  
  • Maintain a 24x7, 365 days per year operation including the use of critical airport infrastructure including the public terminal, public and preferential use ramps and gates, and other airport facilities. Responds to airport emergencies and coordinates appropriate response and notifications.
  • Develops operations section budget and manages budget resources.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of strategic goals, vision, workforce management, performance measures, strategies, policies, best practices, and initiatives.
  • Direct and shape systems to promote an organizational culture that supports continuous improvement (LEAN) and embraces equity and social justice for employees.
  • Play a role in growing the next generation of aviation; continue to champion the internship program; inspire next generations of aviation leaders. Utilize internal and external resources, technology, and continuous improvement techniques to report metrics, improve processes, create more capacity, and deliver greater value to our customers and community.
  • Serves as a member of the Airport Leadership Team.
  • Manage the airport in the absence of the director and deputy director
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS ROLE WILL:
  • Have a strong background in airport operations including fiscal management, technical airport operations, maintenance and procedures, and administrative and field operations.
  • Is a champion for Equity & Social Justice. Understands that systematic racism and its long-term effects are pervasive in our society. Are comfortable having candid and sincere conversations with all employees and stakeholders about race and equity in our work.
  • Bring a background in directing and providing leadership to a unionized, and multi-faceted airport organizations, including working collaboratively at all levels.
  • Have an exceptional record of successfully managing, developing, and/or implementing strategic initiatives, policies, and systems to achieve these outcomes.
  • Be customer-focused and comfortable advising and partnering with senior management about complex initiatives, polices, and issues.
  • Have strategies and ideas to continue to build on a culture of employee engagement which supports the development, learning, coaching, and team building necessary for the workforce of the future.
  • Be a Champion of LEAN processes and standard work.
  • Be able to persevere and adapt as required, while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment. 
  • OR any combination of education and experience.
COMPENSATION & HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, all candidates must also fill out the ADK employment application at Executive Search and Consulting (adkexecutivesearch.com) 

This exciting opportunity is open to all applicants. The salary for this position is $104,688-132,699. annually (Range 68) and includes innovative and award-winning employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a robust leave package. To see all of King County’s benefits, please visit our web site at http://kingcounty.gov/jobs/benefits.aspx.


If you have any questions, please contact DES HR Shared Services at desharsharedservices@kingcounty.gov.  

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being.  Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
  • Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
  • Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
  • Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
  • 12 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
  • Generous vacation and paid sick leave
  • Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Wellness programs
  • Onsite gyms and activity centers
  • Employee giving program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
  • Training and career development programs
For additional information about employee benefits please visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy.  If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.  Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
 
NOTE:  Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
 
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
  • Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
  • No.
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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff

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Agency
King County
Address
King Street Center
201 South Jackson Street
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Phone
206-477-3404