Title:

Airport Manager Grade:

$36.53 per hour

Department:

Airport Reports to: Airport Commission and Mayor

POSITION SUMMARY

The Airport Manager (the "Manager") is key to the commitment by the City of North Adams Airport Commission (the "Commission") to operate the Harriman & West Airport (the "Airport") safely and efficiently, and in full accordance with Massachusetts General Laws and FAA regulations. The Manager is appointed by the Commission, and is responsible to the Commission for the proper maintenance and operation of the Airport and its facilities. The Manager is responsible for carrying out the required functions herein as well as special duties assigned by the Commission. The Manager shall be qualified by general management experience and aeronautical knowledge. This is a part-time position with an expected work schedule of 20 hours per week. The responsibilities and duties listed below are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

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.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please include a North Adams application (available on the City's website), cover letter, resume and three references in one pdf file.

Applications should be sent to:

Thomas Peterson, Airport Commission Liaison City Hall 10 Main Street North Adams, MA 01247 or by email to tpeterson@northadams-ma.gov Applications will be kept confidential until finalists have been identified. The City of North Adams, Massachusetts, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.