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This position reviews and acts on matters involving safety, security, customer service, and other situations as they impact tenants and passengers. Develops and implements approved Airport security, certification, and safety, and environmental programs in accordance with FAA, TSA, and DNR regulations and Airport guidelines.

The ideal candidate will be a driven self-starter who takes initiative to solve problems, fosters teamwork, and can perform tasks with limited instruction. The opportunity will provide for a well-rounded experience in airport, airline, FBO, ARFF, maintenance and terminal operations.

Essential Duties

• Manage airport response to emergencies, i.e., respond to emergencies, coordinate emergency activities, and implement emergency plans, etc.
• Coordinate opening and closing the airport (or portions of it) for as required by FAA standards based upon airport conditions and related safety factors.
• Maintain relationships and serve as primary liaison with federal/state agencies including, but not limited to FAA, TSA, DNR. Ensure compliance with all Federal and State regulatory standards.  Maintain ACM, ASP, and other manuals.
• Inspect facilities, grounds and equipment and ensure safe and efficient operations; correct deficiencies and fix problems.
• Direct the operation and maintenance of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, Spill Plan and Waste Water system.
• Responsible for hiring, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, training, counseling employees, and other supervisory duties.
• Participate in and oversee ground handling operations for airline and FBO activities.
• Participate in and oversee ARFF training activities and overall compliance
• Participate in and oversee Food and Beverage service at the airport and overall compliance

Requirements and/or Preffered Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Airport or Aviation Management, Public Administration or related field required.
• 2-5 years progressively responsible experience in commercial airport operations at a FAR 139 certificated airport.  Area of experience/focus may be varied (i.e. airfield operations, safety, ARFF, security etc.)
• Must maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• ARFF certified or able to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Position will be required to work in outdoor conditions and various weather and perform maintenance activities
• Must satisfactorily meet and maintain STA and CHRC background check requirements.
• American Association of Airport Executives Accredited (AAE) or Certified Member (CM) preferred.
• ACE Certification(s) preferred

About Branson Airport

Nestled in the scenic Ozark Mountains, Branson Airport has been serving residents, vacationers and business travelers since 2009. In over 13 years of operation, the Airport, along with our Airline Partners, have carried well over one million travelers and created millions of dollars of economic benefit to the Branson Tri-Lakes region. Ever since welcoming its first flight, Branson Airport has been managed and staffed by a team of air travel professionals, each one committed to the comfort, safety and convenience of our guests.Branson and the surrounding community is one-of-a-kind. It offers world-class boating, fishing and hiking opportunities. Residents enjoy amenities that are in place to support 10 million visitors a year. The area benefits from a low cost-of-living and is a great place to live.

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