Deputy Director, Planning & Community Affairs - Department of Airports

Deputy Director, Planning & Community Affairs

The Deputy Director will be a highly responsible professional who will direct the planning, design and construction of Airport facilities, ensuring the completion of facilities on schedule and within budget. Work includes the long-range planning for the County Aviation needs and the acquisition of properties and construction of facilities to meet those needs. Managing a team of 18 and a capital program budget of $500M over 5 years, the Deputy Director is responsible for the daily administration of a complex multidisciplinary division under the general supervision of the Senior Deputy Director of Airports. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports and observations of program effectiveness.

Core Responsibilities

• Issues counseling forms/disciplinary actions; handles employee complaints and grievances, recommends the hiring, termination and promotion of subordinate staff.
• Oversees a staff of 18 individuals within the Planning & Community Affairs Division, including planners, engineers, construction inspectors, noise abatement staff and IT personnel.
• Directs the development and implementation of the Airport Master Plan for all County public aviation facility needs.
• Directs the acquisition of land to accommodate future Airport needs.
• Directs the development and implementation of the five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Airport facilities for inclusion in the County’s total CIP plan.
• Oversees all planning, design and construction contracts for all capital development projects, as well as all renewal and replacement (R&R) projects.
• Oversees the development of the Department’s Federal and State grant program, as well as the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) program.
• Develops and oversees the annual operating budget for the Planning & Community Affairs Division to ensure proper staffing and resources.
• Directs the design and construction of new facilities and renovation of existing facilities.
• Oversees the procurement of all professional and construction services, including the selection process, bidding and award of contracts.
• Coordinates with other Department of Airports’ Divisions, including Operations, Maintenance and Finance, as well as other airport stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of all capital and R&R projects.
• Coordinates and collaborates with other County departments and agencies as necessary to complete projects.
• Coordinates airport development plans with other County departments and governmental bodies.
• Oversees the preparation of agenda items for contracts and agreements for the Planning & Community Affairs Division for submission to the Board of County Commissioners for approval.
• Represents the department in public meetings as necessary.
• Performs related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of management policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of Airport planning methods and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of capital planning and budgeting for facilities.
• Thorough knowledge of (FAA) rules and regulations pertaining to airport planning and design. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of airport management.
• Considerable knowledge of architectural practices and procedures and the legal aspects of design and construction.
• Considerable knowledge of real property contracts, leases and appraisals.
• Knowledge of construction practices and methods.
• Ability to negotiate real property and construction contracts.
• Ability to plan, direct and review the work of subordinates.
• Ability to establish and maintain credible working relationships with elected officials, administrators, department heads, consultants and the public.
• Ability to evaluate and review plans for capital projects.
• Ability to plan, direct, supervise, coordinate and organize airport development programs and activities.
• Ability to develop, prepare and present long range plans and programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, stakeholders and the general public.

Minimum Entrance Requirements (Include necessary certificates, licenses, registrations, etc.)

Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in Planning, Engineering, Architecture or related field; ten (10) years’ experience in all aspects of airport planning, budgeting and project management; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience at a medium hub or larger airport.

Preferred Qualifications

Licensed Engineer preferred.