Airport Operations Agent

Airport Operations Agent

Salary

$58,071.00 Annually

Location

Midland International Airport, Midland, TX, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Department

Airport

Division

Airport Operations

Opening Date

06/15/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Scope of Work

Are you ready to dive into the world of aviation? The City of Midland is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Airport Operations Agent to help keep our runways safe and our terminals running smoothly. In this hands-on role, you'll inspect airfields, issue NOTAMs, coordinate with air traffic control, and respond to public and agency inquiries-all while staying compliant with FAA regulations.

If you have a degree in aviation management, solid communication skills, and a passion for keeping operations on track, this is your runway to success.

Ready for takeoff? Apply now!

Essential Job Duties

• Performs paging and public address services in the airport terminal building.
• Monitors alarms, fire and mechanical systems.
• Escorts authorized personnel and equipment within the Security Identification Display Area.
• Performs daily inspections of airfield and the terminal building to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
• Coordinates with the air traffic control tower in order to escort personnel and equipment on the airfield.
• Coordinates on local traffic advisory to perform runway inspections at the executive airpark.
• Issues and records on a computerized system all airport identification badges, parking decals, taxicab permits and temporary ramp permits.
• Issues notices to airmen (NOTAMS) on airfield conditions.
• Responds to questions and inquiries from the public, airport tenants, airlines and governmental regulatory agencies.
• Updates and revises manuals, governmental advisory circulars and forms used by the airport.
• Maintains records of work performed each day and submits to supervisor.
• Performs related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Ability to sit, stand and move about airport properties. Ability to drive a vehicle to perform inspections. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures when inspecting airport properties and will work around loud noises and be exposed to aviation fuel and other flamable liquids while inspecting or completing projects.

Required Qualifications

Employee works with citizens, management and other employees when providing or requesting information regarding the airport or its activities. Interacts with other departments or outside agencies when coordinating work projects or activities.

Ability to read and understand technical materials, reports and journals. Ability to develop and present mathematical and aeronautical information. Skill in the operation of personal computers and related software.

Bachelors degree in aviation management plus one to three years of experience. Valid Texas drivers license.

2:1 Retirement Plan with TMRS

Educational Tuition Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer

Midland Municipal Employee Credit Union

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan

PTO accrual

Paid holidays

01

Do you have a bachelors degree in Aviation Management?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have aviation related experience?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Midland

Address 300 N Loraine St.

Midland, Texas, 79701

Phone 4326857245

Website http://www.midlandtexas.gov