The starting salary range for this position is $146,000 – $195,000. Salary may be negotiated above range based on qualifications, experience, and with approvals. Ohio State University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition assistance, retirement plan and more. Relocation assistance is available.
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
The Ohio State University Airport is seeking an Airport Director who will be responsible for all aspects of the operation, maintenance, finance, and development of the Ohio State University Airport (OSU). The Airport Director develops and executes the airport’s strategic direction, fosters a positive culture, inspires the workforce, develops the staff, and drives results and accountability. In this role, you will have oversight of safety, maintenance, and operating initiatives and compliance, fixed base operation (FBO), capital improvement program (CIP), flight education and maintenance programs, noise program, identifying and evaluating new sources of revenue and funding, and compliance with the federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. The successful candidate for this position will have a 4-year degree from an accredited college or university. Extensive experience in an airport environment demonstrating increasing competence and responsibility is essential.
The successful candidate for this position will have a 4-year degree from an accredited college or university. A master’s degree is a plus. Extensive experience in an airport environment demonstrating increasing competence and responsibility is essential. Professional aviation certifications, private pilot’s license, UAS 107 certification, and experience managing an airport in a university environment bring value to the role.
The Ohio State University Airport (KOSU) serves as
a hub to regional industry members, a learning lab
for future aviation professionals and a core facility for
university research. Since 1942 it has grown to be a
nationally recognized leading general aviation facility. The Ohio State University Airport has
distinguished itself as central Ohio’s premier executive
airport. A full-service terminal offers incredible pilot,
crew, and customer amenities, while on-site aircraft
maintenance provides full fly-in service. A
