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Airport Manager - City of North Adams - North Adams

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City of North Adams
10 Main Street
North Adams, MA 01247
Phone:413-662-3000
Fax:413-662-3010
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Company Description:

North Adams, Massachusetts, offers an unparalleled combination of natural beauty and outdoor recreation, world class art and culture, and the entrepreneurial and innovation spirit to make the most of these resources and amenities. The City of North Adams is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to providing effective, efficient, and responsive public services to residents and visitors alike.

Airport Manager
North Adams
Part Time
Government/Public Service
High School or Equivalent
Required
Other
Preferred
Valid Massachusetts Class D driver's license - Preference: Required

PRIMARY DUTIES

 

  • Provides real-time information about the Airport to the City, the Commission, authorities, consulting engineers, and other parties contacting the Airport via telephone, text, and email through nationally published modes of contact.
  • Confirms that the runway, taxiways, and ramp areas are operational. Monitors conditions at the Airport and surrounding airspace, and reports any changes in conditions as necessary and issues NOTAMS.
  • Be available to all Airport users, including but not limited to: business based at the Airport; owners of aircraft based at the Airport; transient pilots; aircraft charter companies; local municipalities; and local, state and federal law enforcement. Manage requests for information and complaints, advocate for the Airport and attend the annual CIP meeting with Massachusetts DOT Aeronautics Division.
  • Supervise maintenance of the Airport and its equipment, such as: snow removal, grass mowing, fence management, brush and tree removal, drainage ditch and culvert upkeep, and equipment repair.
  • Manage and monitor functionality of Airport systems, such as the av gas system, wind tee, wind sock, runway lighting, and gate key cards. Ensure systems remain operational by making minor repairs as needed, or arrange for repairs to be made by other city departments or outside vendors if required.
  • Organize airplane parking at tie downs and hangars.
  • Attend all Airport project meetings, and keep the Commission Chairman and/or entire Commission informed about the status of the Airport. This includes providing a monthly written report to the Commission, and attending regularly scheduled monthly Commission meetings.
  • Complete special projects and other duties as assigned by the Commission.

Perform other duties and tasks as required for proper airport operations

 

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

 

  • Familiarity with general aviation airport operations/administration, experience at a publicly-owned airport preferred.
  • Experience in supervising other staff/personnel and managing employee performance.
  • Thorough working knowledge of applicable FARs, advisory circulars, and Massachusetts laws and regulations related to airport operations.
  • Valid Massachusetts Class D driver’s license required.
  • Ability to obtain a Massachusetts Airport Manager’s License within six months.
  • Flexibility with scheduling; be available for occasional early morning or evening hours beyond the standard workday.

 

 

 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

 

Operates standard office equipment including computers at efficient speed; and move throughout the municipal building which may include flights of stairs. Lifts/moves objects weighing up to 10-20 pounds. Most duties are performed in normal office setting or at meetings, but some fieldwork is required from time to time. Fieldwork is generally outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including inclement weather. Duties may require moderate physical exercise such as walking through wooded areas, wetlands, hilly terrain and construction sites.