AIRPORT MANAGER

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EXAM NUMBER

C6080C

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

We will begin receiving applications on Thursday , April 4 , 2024 at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time (PT). All applications must be received

before

5:00 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

Open Competitive Job Opportunity
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING.

REQUIREMENTS MUST BE FULLY MET BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION.

An AIRPORT MANAGER is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions:
Plans, directs, assigns, and evaluates the work of personnel engaged in aircraft fueling, airport maintenance, and crash rescue response to airport emergencies.
Administers operational policies and standards with respect to lessees of airport buildings, hangars and tie downs; resolves disputes and authorizes exceptions to standard operating policies or procedures to meet emergency or other special conditions.
Inspects runways, taxiways, ramps, fences, structures, lighting system, and beacons to evaluate state of repair and allocates personnel and equipment resources to meet operational and maintenance standards.
Develops and reviews individual airport policies and safety procedures for operations such as fuel sales and takes or directs corrective action as necessary.
Directs the preparation of the airport budget and allocates funds to accomplish airport objectives.
Represents the department at meetings of pilot groups, local political bodies, and civic groups regarding airport operational policies.
Serves as liaison with headquarters of the Aviation Division and coordinates establishment of priorities for equipment repair by the department's fleet management group.
Directs and participates, as needed, in the preparation of specifications and requests for supplies and materials.
Uses automated systems for input and retrieval of data on airport supplies, fuel sales, and account information.
Drives an assigned County or personal vehicle to respond to airport emergencies.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Two years' experience assisting in the management of a general aviation airport.

Up to one year's experience performing management staff functions* in support of an aviation division may be substituted for the required experience.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited college with specialization in aviation or airport management, business, public administration or civil engineering; management of a publicly owned airport with experience in governmental fiscal and administrative practices; current private pilot's certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.
LICENSE

A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions.

License Information

:

Successful applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant’s driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.

PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS

Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
* Management staff functions refer to the roles and responsibilities within an organization that involve supervision tasks, including overseeing, planning, coordinating, and directing various aspects of operations, resources, and personnel. These functions are typically carried out by individuals who are responsible for setting goals, making decisions, allocating resources, and ensuring that organizational objectives are met.
EXAMINATION CONTENT

This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts:

Part I - Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 50%, assessing:
Analyzing Information
Empathy
Sharing Knowledge and Guidance
Controlling Emotions
Management Judgment
Management Potential
Achievement
Responsibility
Willingness to Learn
Working Relationships
Learning Quickly
Generating New Ideas
Using Time Efficiently
Working to High Quality Standards
Adapting to Change
Deductive Reasoning
Reading Comprehension

MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

Only those candidates that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I will advance to Part II.
Part II - Structured Interview, weighted 50%, assessing:
Professional/Technical Knowledge of:

Airport Operations
Airport Inspection and Maintenance
Airport Rules, Regulations, and Guidelines
Safety and First-Aid

Interpersonal/Relationship Building Skills
Customer Service
Problem Solving/Decisiveness
Oral Communication
Influencing/Negotiating
Administration and Management
Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on all weighted exam parts in order to be placed on the eligible list.
TESTING ACCOMODATION

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, please contact exam analyst at

[email protected]

. You will be required to provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date the list is created.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history

unless you receive a contingent offer of employment

. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).

If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

VACANCY INFORMATION

The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County Public Works as they occur.

AVAILABLE SHIFT :

Any

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION

Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the

REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject to

VERIFICATION

at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
Important Notes:
FALSIFICATION

of any information may result in

DISQUALIFICATION

or

RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT .
Utilizing

VERBIAGE

from Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties

WILL NOT

be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an

INCOMPLETE APPLICATION

and you may be

DISQUALIFIED

.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on

www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD:

All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

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Department Contact Phone:

(626) 458-2141

Department Contact Email:

[email protected] .gov

ADA Coordinator Phone:

(626) 458-2141

Teletype Phone:

(626) 282-7829

California Relay Services:

(800) 735-2922
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