Description
College Park Airport is the oldest continually operated airport in the world located in College Park, Maryland. It is owned and operated by The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, a six-time gold medal winner of excellence. It is a fully functioning airport facility and historic landmark. In accordance with Federal, State and local rules and regulations, the Airport provides a variety of aviation services & regulatory knowledge to all locally based aircraft, plus transient aircraft.
We are seeking a dynamic Airport Manager to coordinate complex administrative, operational, and technical responsibilities. This person will lead the day-to day operations, airport security, supervision and administration duties for the facility. In addition, they will facilitate the safe and efficient operation of the Airport and related airspace, manage a career assistant Airport Manager and many critical non-career staff.
Examples of Important Duties
Airport Security Practices
- Informs pilots of navigational aids, air space restrictions and radio frequencies in the Washington, DC area.
- Advises pilots of Airport, Federal and State aviation regulations.
- Notifies FAA regarding operational status of Airport with a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM).
- Conducts inspections of facility. Inspects airport grounds and buildings for compliance with contracts, FAA regulations and safety precautions.
- Notifies Federal authorities about suspicious activities.
- Works with National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), FAA, MAA, Park and County police, and medical, fire and rescue squads during emergency and non-emergency situations.
Supervision
- Select, train, and evaluate airport staff, including supervision of event planning staff.
- Identifies/develops instruction and provides training. Assigns work activities.
- Recommends personnel actions (i.e., recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer and disciplinary). Recognizes and resolves personnel issues
- Keeps staff informed of Commission personnel and management policies and procedures.
Facility Operations
- Development and administration of the annual budget request; forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; and implements adjustments.
- Monitors contractors, vendors, and other professionals when needed for airport improvements, maintenance and repairs.
- Monitors communication systems, utility systems and other services to ensure safe operation of Airport.
- Oversee and manage facility rental for conferences, trainings, special events, meetings, internal gatherings and other revenue generating activities.
- Maintains and keeps website for Airport current and up-to-date.
- Provide key support with CIP projects with advocating for appropriate needs and assisting with managing projects as required.
- Ensure you have a well trained staff with aviation and customer service experience
Administration
- Tracks & reviews daily airfield logs; incident and accident reports. Conducts investigations as required.
- Plans and coordinates projects, meetings and airport related events and activities.
- Prepares reports (i.e., administrative, financial, and other necessary correspondence).
- Manager and maintains airport records which include (but not limited to): contracts, leases, inspections, maintenance, permits, and investigations.
- Provides marketing assistance with event planning and flight simulator rental.
- Serves as the airport liaison with other aviation agencies (FAA, MAA, TSA), civic organizations, and local authorities.
- Meets with citizens, community groups, and business groups. May meet with government and aviation-related agencies to identify needs, plan programs, present reports and answer questions about the Airport.
- Investigates and responds to complaints, responds to public inquires or requests of information.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, Airport Management, or any related field.Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the airport management field.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total eight (8) years.Valid driver's license in accordance with both state and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.Valid private pilot's license.American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Certification required within 12 months of hire.Pass Commission medical examination.
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Airport Operations Manager
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs- Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.
PlanEmployee ContributionPlan C9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.
- Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC 457 plan (Optional)
- Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan - (15%)
- UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
- Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%)
- Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%)
- Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
- Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)- Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $3,200
- Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)- Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)- Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
- Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)- Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
- Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)- Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
- Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
- Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
Leave Programs- Annual: 15 days per year
- Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
- Sick: 15 days per year
- Holidays: 11 days per year
Other Benefits- Credit Union
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Legal Services Plan
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Work-Life Program
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
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