Division/ Section: William P. Hobby / Operations - Airside.
Workdays & Hours: Shift work, including rotation, weekends, and holidays. (*Subject to change).
PURPOSE OF DIVISION The HOU Airside Operations section for the Houston Airport System maintains a safe and secure airport environment by conducting inspections of Airside and Operations and coordinating operational and security activities.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The HOU Airside Operations Airside Coordinator ensures the airfield meets all FAR 139 requirements to ensure safe and efficient operations of aircraft. The Airport Operations Coordinator - Airside participates in various phases of emergency management, irregular operations, and special operations, while interacting with airlines, federal agencies, and airport management. This position must be able to work scheduled and short notice overtime as required to meet staffing requirements and special obligations and activities.
The Airport Operations Coordinator - Airside responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Ensures compliance with Title 14, Code Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 139 (14 CFR Part 139) by conducting daily inspections of runways, taxiways, ramps and other aeronautical areas to ensure compliance with applicable 150 Series Advisory Circulars (ACs), federal and state regulations and the Airport Certification Manual. Reports unsafe conditions and initiates corrective actions to mitigate hazards.
Coordinates the response to aircraft emergencies or aircraft in distress, Hazardous Material incidents and medical emergencies in accordance with the Airport Emergency Plan adhering to National Incident Management System methodology. Oversees activities to assure compliance with airport certification requirements and Federal Aviation Administration standards and serves as airport field representative until relieved by supervisory authority.
Identifies and anticipates operational and safety concerns by maintaining continuous surveillance and radio contact with the control tower.
Conducts airfield tenant fuel inspections per 14 CFR Part 139.321, National Fire Protection Association 407 and local codes. Recommends corrective actions and enforces regulations. Ensures required fueling training is properly recorded and maintained.
Coordinates and monitors daily work on and/or near the AOA (Airport Operation Area) with other airport sections, FAA, and other airfield stakeholders to ensure a safe operating environment. Initiates minor corrective actions with the related groups.
Monitors construction personnel activities on and near the AOA to ensure a safe operating environment. Ensures compliance with AC 150/5370-2, Operational Safety on Airports During Construction.
Conduct wildlife management in accordance with the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan and 14 CFR Part139.337 including the carrying and discharging of firearms, pyrotechnics and utilization of other wildlife management techniques.
Prepares and maintains inspection reports and operations logs utilizing computer and/or written formats.
Participates in periodic tabletop and full-scale emergency exercises and tests the response of resources.
Initiates communications with airlines, tenants and airport personnel to resolve problems pertaining to airside operations and to explain airport policy and lease provisions.
Responds to off airport locations as needed to investigate and correct possible airspace violations and penetrations following 14 CFR Part 77.
Enforces airfield safety, operational and parking regulations. Recommends issuance of NOVs (Notice of Violation) as required for airside violations and infractions. Attends hearings regarding enforcement activities.
Observes and reports airline and tenant activities on and near the AOA to ensure compliance with airport leases, contracts, standards and policies/procedures.
Keeps abreast of existing and new legislation and ensures compliance to federal, state and local requirements.
Contributes to the team effort by completing projects and performing other related duties as assigned to enhance safety, security and productivity.
WORKING CONDITIONS The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as barricades, construction cones or equipment (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as paints and cleaning solutions. Requires the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fairly fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movement son a patterned response space within moderate tolerance demands.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires an Associate’s degree in Aviation Management, Aeronautics, Airway Science, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Four years of progressively responsible experience in Airport Operations and/or Maintenance of an Airport. A Pilot’s certificate, Control Tower Operator certificate, industry specific certifications (Certified Member, Accredited Airport Executive, International Airport Professional or Airport Certified Employee) and/or directly related military experience may also be considered.
SUBSTITUTION: A Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Aeronautics, Airway Science, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement. Experience in a lead or supervisory capacity may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Requires a valid Class C Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving
The Houston Airport System provides a safe and dynamic air services network that fosters economic vitality for the transportation industry and facilitates a strong level of global connectivity for diverse and growing population living throughout the greater Houston region.
Our Airports
George Bush Intercontinental (IAH):
• Located approximately 23 miles north of Downtown Houston
• 29 passenger airlines
• Nearly 200 non-stop destinations
• Nearly 43 million passengers in 2015
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU):
• Located approximately 7 miles south of Downtown Houston
• 5 passenger airlines
• Nearly 60 non-stop destinations
• More than 12 million passengers in 2015
Ellington Airport (EFD)/Houston Spaceport
•Located approximately 15 miles south of Downtown Houston
•Supports the operations of the U.S. military, NASA and a variety of general aviation tenants
•Home to the nation’s 10th licensed commercial spaceport
•Houston Spaceport is a focal point for aerospace innovation
The three-airport system served more than 55 million passengers in 2015, an increase of almost four percent over the 2014 record-setting mark.
Together Houston Air...ports form one of North America's largest public airport systems and position Houston as the international passenger and cargo gateway to the south central United States and a primary gateway to Latin America.