AVIATION OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR - 55001889

Requisition No: 843318 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: AVIATION OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR - 55001889

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 55001889 

Salary:  $89,141.01 - $108,055.38 

Posting Closing Date: 01/10/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

948 / AVIATION OFFICE

OPEN COMPETITIVE

SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON: DAVID ROBERTS

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 850-414-4507

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: DAVID.ROBERTS@DOT.STATE.FL.US

ANTICIPATED BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY: $3,900.57

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  You may be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office located at 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399, or call (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Supervise, select, direct, and develop Aviation Operations staff in accordance with Chapter 110, Florida Statutes, “State Employment”, Chapter 112, Florida Statutes, “Public Officers and Employees: General Provisions,” and other state and federal requirements.

Direct and manage the statewide Public Airport Site Approval, Inspection, and Licensing Program in accordance with Chapter 330, Florida Statutes, "Regulation of Aircraft, Pilots, and Airports", Chapter 14- 60, Florida Administrative Code, "Airport Licensing, Registration, and Airspace Protection," and other state, and federal requirements.

Direct and manage the statewide Private Airport Site Approval, Inspection, Licensing, and Registration Program in accordance with Chapter 330, Florida Statutes, "Regulation of Aircraft, Pilots, and Airports," Chapter 14-60, Florida Administrative Code, "Airport Licensing, Registration, and Airspace Protection," and other state, and federal requirements.

Direct and manage the statewide Airspace Protection Program, in accordance with Chapter 333, Florida Statutes, "Airport Zoning" and Chapter 14-121, Florida Administrative Code, "Airport Zoning and Airspace Protection," and other state, and federal requirements.

Direct and manage the statewide Commercial Service Airport Transparency and Accountability Program in accordance with Chapter 332, Florida Statutes, "Airports and Other Air Navigation Facilities" and other state, and federal requirements.

Direct and manage the statewide review and approval of airport security plans in accordance with Chapter 330, Florida Statutes, "Regulation of Aircraft, Pilots, and Airports," Chapter 14-60, Florida Administrative Code, "Airport Licensing, Registration, and Airspace Protection," and other state, and federal requirements.

Direct and manage the statewide review and inspection of diesel exhaust fluid safety mitigation and exclusion plans accordance with Chapter 330, Florida Statutes, "Regulation of Aircraft, Pilots, and Airports," Chapter 14-60, Florida Administrative Code, "Airport Licensing, Registration, and Airspace Protection," and other state, and federal requirements.

Direct and manage the statewide Secure Airports for Florida’s Economy (SAFE) Program and direct the expenditure of funds in accordance with Chapter 332, Florida Statutes, “Airports and Other Air Navigation Facilities” and Chapter 2001-355, Laws of Florida.

Direct and manage the statewide Aviation Disaster Preparedness and Response Program in accordance with Chapter 252, Florida Statutes, "Emergency Management" and other state, and federal requirements.

Direct and manage the Aviation Wildlife Management program.

Direct and manage the implementation of a statewide Aviation Work Program Monitoring Program consistent with the provisions of Chapter 332, Florida Statutes, "Airports and Other Air Navigation Facilities," Chapter 339, Florida Statutes, “Transportation Finance and Planning,” department policies and procedures.

Direct and manage the development and administration of the Florida Aviation Database system for the purposes of managing the Public Airport Site Approval, Inspection, and Licensing Program, Private Airport Site Approval, Inspection, Licensing, and Registration Program, Commercial Service Airport Transparency and Accountability Program, Airport Security Program, Diesel Exhaust Fluid Safety Mitigation and Exclusion Program, and Disaster Preparedness and Response Program.

Direct the management of aviation consultant projects related to Public Airport Site Approval, Inspection, and Licensing Program, Private Airport Site Approval, Inspection, Licensing, and Registration Program, Airspace Protection Program, Commercial Service Airport Transparency and Accountability Program, Airport Security Program, Diesel Exhaust Fluid Safety Mitigation and Exclusion Program, and Disaster Preparedness and Response Program.

Direct and manage the development and dissemination of educational information and materials regarding the statewide Public Airport Site Approval, Inspection, and Licensing Program, Private Airport Site Approval, Licensing, Inspection, and Registration Program, Airspace Protection Program, Commercial Service Airport Transparency and Accountability Program, Airport Security Program, Diesel Exhaust Fluid Safety Mitigation and Exclusion Program, and Disaster Preparedness and Response Program in accordance with Chapter 332, Florida Statutes, “Airports and Other Air Navigation Facilities.” Perform instruction duties in conjunction with implementation of statewide aviation training programs for local, federal, and private sector partners.

Direct the development and implement aviation rules, policies, and procedures and recommend revisions as needed to maintain an efficient and effective statewide aviation program.

Direct the analysis of proposed legislation for impact on local, state, and federal requirements and provide recommendations.

Direct and manage the coordination and maintenance of the Aviation Office Operating Budget and Property Accountability Program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of principles and analytical techniques of professional aeronautical management, planning, and/or engineering as applied to airport facilities. Knowledge of the practical application of property rights, land use law, and limits of government authority. Knowledge of federal and state regulations, guidelines, and specifications related to airport design, aeronautical facility location and operation. Knowledge of principles of aviation systems and airport master planning. Knowledge of principles and techniques in managing aircraft flight operations. Knowledge of principal and techniques of airport terminal and end route air traffic control operations. Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and Federal Advisory Circulars dealing primarily with airport design and construction specifications, as well as Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code that relate to the statewide aviation system, airports, and airspace. Knowledge of concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of the aviation engineering specialty area, airport engineering design, construction, production, and/or operations. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and personnel, project management, and the budgetary process. Knowledge of principles of airport management and operations. Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication to aviation personnel. Knowledge of microcomputer applications for word processing, data analysis, presentations, and internet access. Skill in applying the principles and analytical techniques of professional management, planning, and/or engineering. Skill in interpreting and logically applying regulations, guidelines, and specifications to airspace and airport protection program cases. Skill in applying microcomputer systems and software applications to aviation system programs. Skill in report and letter writing. Skill in research, writing, and editing analytical papers. Skill in presenting information and conducting formal discussions before audiences. Skill in using engineering equipment and/or instruments to include microcomputer and computer automated design systems. Ability to supervise a professional staff. Ability to plan, design, and evaluate facilities and operations. Ability to determine work priorities, make work assignments, and insure timely completion of products. Ability to work independently to manage statewide complex technical projects and programs. Ability to analyze and interpret data to solve technical problems. Ability to analyze and interpret aviation engineering data. Ability to plan, design, evaluate, and investigate aviation engineering works and systems. Ability to plan analyze and evaluate land use regulatory controls. Ability to plan, direct and supervise work efforts of technical specialist in aviation program projects. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with FDOT, other agency personnel, and the general public. Ability to complete contractual projects on schedule and within budget.

OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:  Due to the nature of this position, the incumbent must respond to emergencies and be "on call" (24-hour duty) when necessary.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.