Airport Operations Officer/Senior Airport Operations Officer

Description

THE DEPARTMENT

The County of Ventura Department of Airports includes the Camarillo Airport (CMA) and the Oxnard Airport (OXR).

CMA, the former Oxnard Air Force Base, was established in the early 1942 for coastal defense. A variety of military aircraft operated here until 1969 when the base was deactivated. After a surplus process, CMA officially opened as a General Aviation airport in 1976. It occupies approximately 650 acres of land and is owned and operated by the County of Ventura in partnership with the City of Camarillo through a Joint Powers Authority (JPA).

Today CMA is the proud home of over 600 general aviation aircraft and there are between 150,000 and 200,000 take offs and landings per year. The airport community includes several aviation businesses providing flight instruction (fixed wing and helicopter), aircraft maintenance, charter, and storage. CMA is home to the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), the Commemorative Air Force (CAF), the Ventura County 99's, and an Ultralight Airpark. There is also an Airport Business Park that includes several County agencies, and a variety of businesses.

CMA provides nearly $200 million in positive economic benefit to the local community and supports over 1,000 jobs. The Federal Aviation Administration recently categorized CMA as a National Asset. It certainly is a jewel to our local community and the County of Ventura.

The Oxnard Airport was established in 1934 and covers 230 acres. OXR is located on the coastal edge of the 200-square mile Oxnard Plain, a mile and a half from the coastline on the southwest corporate limits of the City of Oxnard. The airport is classified as a non-hub commercial service airport and is home to one full service fixed base operator providing services such as aircraft charters, aircraft maintenance, and pilot supplies. The airport also hosts several car rental agencies, and a shuttle van services to Los Angeles International Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration recently categorized OXR as a Region Asset.

THE POSITION

Airport Operations Officers and Senior Airport Operations Officer may be assigned to both Camarillo and Oxnard airports in rotating shifts depending on business needs.Under supervision, they patrol the airports; monitor operations; provide security, safety, aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) and emergency assistance when needed; greet, assist, and provide information to the public in the performance of routine duties and special assignments; assure compliance with airport rules, regulations, and ordinances and perform related work as required.

The ideal candidate will have considerable experience in airport operations leading to a solid understanding of Federal Aviation Administration and Transportation Security Administration regulations including knowledge of FAR Part 107 (small unmanned aircraft systems). A degree in airport/aviation administration/management and intermediate level skills in MS Word, Excel, and database tools are desirable.

PAYROLL TITLES AND APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARIES:

Airport Operations Officer: $55,000.00 - $70,237.00

Senior Airport Operations Officer: $65,000.00 - $83,000.00

NOTE: If appointed at the lower level, incumbent may be promoted to the higher level without further examination upon meeting the minimum requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and in accordance with the business needs of the department.

EDUCATIONAL/BILINGUAL INCENTIVE:Incumbents may be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed Term), Intermittent, and Extra Help for this and similar vacancies within the Department of Airports. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy within the Department of Airports.

The Airport Operations Officer and Senior Airport Operations Officer are represented by the Ventura County Professional Peace Officers Association - Patrol Unit (VCPPOA - PTRL) and are eligible for overtime compensation.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

OPENING DATE:Friday, March 08, 2024

CLOSING DATE:Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs.

REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS:Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis beginning the week of March 18, 2024.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversee and ensure continuity of airport operations at Camarillo and Oxnard Airports including safe operation of air carriers aircraft, public safety, security, communications and public services;

• Monitor airport operations and provide guidance and direction to ensure compliance with safety and security requirements set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA);

• Conduct airfield and facility inspections including Spill Prevention Control and Counter-measure (SPCC) and the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP); verify compliance with FAA's Part 139 Standards and on airport markings, lighting, aircraft navigation systems, and weather station systems;

• Respond to questions and inquiries from the public, law enforcement, oversight agencies in a clear, calm, and thorough manner; promote good public relations for the Airport and the County of Ventura;

• Enforce federal, state, and local laws, as well as rules and regulations related to the operation of airports including County of Ventura and Airport ordinances; issue citations and notice of violations;

• Complete accurate and thorough reports on work performed each shift (DAR) and submit to airport managers via use of MS Word, Excel and other database tools;

• Interface with airport tenants and the public; liaison with federal, state and local agencies; monitor construction activities and special events;

• Respond with ARFF apparatus to airport emergencies and situations that may involve loss of human life and property;

• Administer transient and landing fees programs;

• Dissipate wildlife activity at both airports;

• Coordinate with the air traffic control tower in order to escort personnel and equipment onto the airport movement areas and within the airport's restricted areas;

• Respond to incidents, accidents, inquiries, problems, complaints or unusual situations involving airlines, passengers, law enforcement, and tenants; coordinate public safety response to emergencies including Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services during emergency situations;

• Issue Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs);

• Perform administrative and other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.