Deputy Airport Director – Commercial & Revenue Development
County of Orange - John Wayne Airport
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Posted: 29-Apr-25
Location: Orange County, CA
Type: Full Time
Salary: $132,262.40 – $187,345.60
Salary Details:
4% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) effective June 27, 2025.
John Wayne Airport (JWA), a dynamic and self-sustaining airport, is seeking a seasoned, visionary leader to serve as its next Deputy Airport Director of Commercial & Revenue Development. This is a rare opportunity to join an award-winning airport operation at a pivotal time of transformation. This key leadership role reports directly to the Airport Director and is responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing all commercial revenue-generating programs at JWA. With extensive upcoming redevelopment initiatives and high community visibility, this role demands a balance of business acumen, strategic innovation, emotional intelligence, and operational discipline. Lead growth at the intersection of aviation and commerce. Apply today!
View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/3cdf3e30-b44b-4064-b6ec-09ed0529312a
SALARY AND BENEFITS The annual salary range for this position is $135,262.40 – $187,345.60, with a 4% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) effective June 27, 2025. Salary may be negotiable within the range, based on qualifications and experience, and is subject to appropriate authorization.
PLUS an attractive benefits package. HOW TO APPLY Click Apply by Tuesday, May 27 by completing a short application and attaching your cover letter and resume at the top of the page. https://wbcpinc.com/job-board
SAVE THE DATES: Interviews will be conducted between late May and June. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.
QUESTIONS? Please contact your recruiter, Wendi Brown with any inquiries: • wendi@wbcpinc.com • 866-929-WBCP (9227) or 541-664-0376
Ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Large Airports in the J.D. Power 2024 North America Airport Satisfaction Study, John Wayne Airport (JWA) has been a major cornerstone of Orange County for more than 100 years. Located in beautiful Southern California, we currently serve approximately 11.7 million annual passengers. We strive to provide a superior guest experience to ensure travel is convenient and stress-free. The County of Orange owns and operates the airport and the service area includes more than three million people within 34 cities and unincorporated areas of Orange County and beyond.
As a medium hub airport, we have commercial flights to more than 40 nonstop destinations in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Eleven commercial airlines and two air cargo airlines fly out of the Airport. It is home to nearly 500 general aviation (private, non-commercial) aircraft, representing 60% of total operations, and includes two full-service fixed base operators and one limited use general aviation facility.
