Job Description

The City of Vancouver is a great place to work. If you want to do meaningful work with smart people for a progressive organization, we might just be for you! If who we are speaks to you, and if you’re the type of person who is interested in joining a team invested in ensuring the community receive meaningful, excellent services then the City of Vancouver may be for you. We’re currently recruiting for an Airport Operations Coordinator. Pearson Field Airport is seeking a highly skilled and versatile Airport Operations Coordinator to oversee and ensure the seamless day-to-day operation of our historic airport. Will be under the supervision of the Airport Manager, this position coordinates maintenance and security of airport equipment and facilities for Pearson Field, assists in the general oversight of airport operations including responding to emergencies, and serves as a member of the Airport team in facilitating development at the airport. This role is perfect for a hands-on professional with a unique blend of technical expertise, operational know-how, and administrative capabilities. The ideal candidate will be adept at maintaining the physical infrastructure of the airport while also excelling at modern office tasks, leveraging software tools, and contributing to planning and organizational initiatives. This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt, non-union position. Essential Functions: Assists in the daily operations of Pearson Field airport, maintaining compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), OSHA, City and other applicable regulatory agencies. Assists in the management of airport grants and capital improvement programs and budgets; assists in the oversite of the airport’s budget and airport business plans. Coordinates hangar rental agreements including negotiating and managing rental agreements to ensure compliance. Respond promptly to operational challenges and emergencies, demonstrating problem-solving prowess. Responds to aircraft emergencies (working with Fire, Police, and the FAA), and to facility/equipment failures including airfield navigational aids, airfield lighting, building/structure and pavement failures. Responds to hazardous incidents and related emergency situations. Serves as back-up to the airport manager on nights and weekends. Performs a variety of construction, maintenance and repair work for airport buildings, hangars, pavement, airfield lighting, security lighting, security fencing, and aviation fuel storage and dispensing. Performs daily inspections of all airport safety, security and operational areas and equipment including runway and taxiways, airfield lighting, parking aprons, hangars, airport buildings, fuel storage areas and perimeter fences and gates. Maintains and repairs high voltage constant current airfield lighting systems including large diesel emergency generators and airfield constant current regulators, runways, taxiways, obstruction lighting, navigational aids, airfield signage along with various security and general lighting. Maintain records and prepare financial reports. Perform routine maintenance, including mowing, weed control (weed whacking, spraying), and general landscaping and snowplowing. Conduct minor repairs on airport infrastructure such as fences, gates, and signage. Manage and oversee airport safety and compliance inspections, including fuel farm operations, ensuring proper maintenance, functionality, and compliance with environmental and safety standards. Organize, schedule, and facilitate Airport Advisory Committee (AAC) meetings and prepare reports, presentations, and meeting minutes using Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and Excel. Collaborate with local authorities, tenants, and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and compliance with regulations as a representative of the City of Vancouver. Monitor airport grounds, facilities, and runways to ensure a high standard of safety and functionality. Support airport projects to ensure deadlines are met. Qualifications Experience and Education Experience: Two (2) years in of increasingly responsible experience in facilities management, economic development, construction or maintenance. Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Airport Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economic Development or any related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Computer Skills Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Required Licenses and/or Certifications Possession of a valid Washington Driver’s License; Membership in the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) is preferred, but not required, specific technical training and certifications may be required. Knowledge Techniques, procedures and equipment used in general aviation and/or commercial aviation facility maintenance. Landscaping practices, weed control techniques, and basic repair skills. Record keeping and records management. Budget development and management. City policies and procedures. OSHA safety standards and safe work practices. FAA regulations airport and operation principles is preferred. Pertinent federal, state and local laws that pertain to the aviation industry. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. Use of personal computers and basic software. Abilities Interpret, understand and apply aviation facility standards and procedures including applicable federal rules and regulations. Perform a wide range of skilled tasks in maintenance and repair of airport facilities and equipment. Operate a personal computer and appropriate software. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles. Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees. Provide a high level of customer service at all times. Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work. Work independently and make informed decisions under pressure. Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others. Consistently provide quality service. Maintain regular and dependable attendance. Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive. Show the utmost respect for others, and act as a team player. Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures. Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public. Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions. This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check and a basic criminal background check. The City of Vancouver is committed to advancing equity and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that progress depends on more than just a verbal commitment; it depends on making meaningful organizational change. We developed and continue to develop strategies to enhance employee-centered programs, eliminate recruitment and advancement barriers, elevate employee understanding of DEI and cultural competency and build an inclusive and welcoming place to call work. We hope you’ll consider joining us on the journey! Safety: The City of Vancouver believes every employee plays a role in maintaining a safe workplace. The City of Vancouver promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice and accomplishes work by creating safe work environments, complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence. Diversity and Inclusion: At the City of Vancouver, we value and foster a workplace comprised of people with a range of different backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is key to innovation, effectiveness and a positive culture. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Vancouver is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability sexual orientation or gender identity. Employment decisions will be made to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of equity and nondiscrimination. Veterans’ Preference: Under Washington law, qualified veterans may be eligible for Veterans’ preference when applying for City of Vancouver positions. Honorably discharged Veterans, their surviving spouses or spouses of honorably discharged Veterans with a permanent and total service-connected disability who would like to be considered for a Veterans’ preference for this job should provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process. ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the City can reasonably provide them without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 360-487-8417 or email hrfront1@cityofvancouver.us

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