Position Information

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The Sonoma County Public Infrastructure (SoCoPi) Department leads the way to a safe and sustainable community by planning, building, managing, and maintaining Sonoma County's investment in quality services and infrastructure. Their Airport Division operates the Charles M. Schulz - Sonoma County Airport (STS), the only local commercial service airport that offers air service directly into the North Bay region. Supporting up to 21 flights per day, STS has facilities for airline passenger services, cargo, private and corporate flights, recreational aircraft, law enforcement, emergency medical service, search and rescue, firefighting aircraft, and pilot training.

Working with the Airport Manager to oversee STS operations, the Assistant Airport Manager supervises staff and supports the planning, organization, and direction of staff activities associated with the development, maintenance, and management of STS. The position is also responsible for the day-to-day administration of human resource management, operational policy and procedure development and implementation, and airport safety, compliance, and emergency management. Additionally, the Assistant Airport Manager may act as the Airport Manager in his absence.

Our ideal candidate for this integral position is a self-driven, team player, with the ability to practice open communication with all stakeholders. They can shift gears quickly, remain calm under stressful situations, and possesses:

• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures governing the aviation industry and commercial air service
• Experience acting as liaison and representative with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), State of California, other County Departments, Mutual Aid Responders, airline management, and airport tenants
• Experience coordinating with FAA regarding Part 139 safety and certification compliance and annual inspections; and TSA regarding Part 1542 security compliance, inspections, and badging program requirements
• Personnel supervision experience, with the ability to connect with staff, provide leadership, and effectively support staff coordination and development
• A thorough understanding of the operational needs, including creating and implementing standard operating procedures; conducting safety audits and ensuring compliance; preparing and implementing preventative maintenance plans; and oversight and management of compliance and security programs, equipment, assets, and certification manuals
• Experience managing construction projects including development, analysis, and oversight of contracts, Requests for Proposals (RFP), and Requests for Quotation (RFQ)

Please Note:

• Incumbents in this classification must have successfully completed Airport Specific training including Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Training (Live Fire Training), Emergency First Aide Training including CPR, Airport Security Coordination, and Defibrillator Training. Applicants who have not successfully completed these trainings will not be considered qualified for this position
• Incumbents in this classification must successfully complete Airport Security Coordinator certification and all required (department-funded) training and certifications within three months of hire. Incumbents failing to satisfactorily complete such training and certification will be released from the assignment
• As a condition of employment, individuals are required to undergo and maintain FAA and TSA background clearance
• While the position’s hours are normally Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm PST in an office environment, depending upon operational needs, the incumbent must be willing to work during emergencies, evenings, weekends, holidays, inclement weather, and other critical events

Although not required, the following training and certification are also beneficial: Airport Council International (ACI) or Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Certified Member (CM), FEMA Incident Command System (ICS): 100, 200, 300, and 700.

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• A hybrid telework schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
• Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
• Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
• County paid 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance of up to $1,700 and ongoing education/training opportunities
• County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
• Retirement fully integrated with Social Security
• May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment

Bring Your Commitment to Public Service to the County of Sonoma

The County of Sonoma is the place to live, grow, and build your career legacy. When you join the County of Sonoma, you'll have the freedom to explore the beauty of our county - its picturesque coastline, majestic redwoods, historic towns, fine dining, award-winning wineries, and a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities. For additional information about the beauty of our community and the valuable services and support that the County provides our communities, please visit sonomacounty.ca.gov and sonomacountyconnections.org.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill the Assistant Airport Manager position in SoCoPi, formerly the Transportation and Public Works Department. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.

• Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Salary Resolution (SalRes) and our Employee Benefits Directory.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Any combination of training, education and experience that would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in business administration, public administration, or a closely related field and four years of increasingly responsible experience in airport operations, including at least one year in a management or supervisory capacity.

Additional Qualifications: Incumbents in this classification must have successfully completed Airport Specific training, Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Training, Emergency First Aide Training including CPR, Airport Security Coordination, Defibrillator Training, Live Fire training. Incumbents are required to maintain these certifications while in the position. Incumbents must obtain certification as an Airport Security Coordinator within three months of hire.

Possession of a Pilot's License or certification as an Airport Certified Employee in Operations is highly desirable.

Special Airport Requirement: Incumbents are required to undergo additional FAA Background, and/or Criminal History Checks as determined by County, State and Federal Regulations.

License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: principles and techniques of airport management and administration; principles of techniques of effective supervision and training; principles and techniques of fiscal management and budgetary control; methods, policies, and procedures related to efficient airport operation; principles of Airport Wildlife Hazard Management; federal, state, regional, and local regulations pertaining to airport ground operations; aircraft servicing, safety precautions, fire control, first aid, and rescue techniques.

Ability to: Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the work of others; effectively manage the day-to-day operation of an airport; analyze situations using good judgment and take effective action; react quickly, calmly, and effectively in emergency or stressful situations; develop and provide effective training; analyze airport operating procedures and policies; develop and implement revisions; communicate effectively orally and in writing; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying

• Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
• You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
• You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
• Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.

Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.

The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:

An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.

Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.

Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

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