Assistant Airport Manager

Assistant Airport Manager

Salary

$40.00 - $44.00 Hourly

Location

Airport - 310 Aviation Way, Frederick, MD 21701, MD

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600099

Department

Airport

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

10/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Overtime required as needed. Occasional flex shifts. Occasional on-call as needed.

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Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Airport Manager reports to the Airport Manager and is responsible for providing skilled operational and administrative management assistance in the day-to-day operational and maintenance activities of the Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK)-designated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a General Aviation Reliever Airport for BWI, Regan National and Dulles Airport. Under the policies set forth by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of The City of Frederick, the Assistant Airport Manager will assist the Airport Manager in planning, organizing, and executing Airport administration, financial, operational, maintenance, and public relations tasks along with a variety of other duties as assigned. The Assistant Airport Manager should have knowledge of airport funding requirements, general aviation operations, airport design criteria, maintenance management and recordkeeping, pavement maintenance, airport signage and lighting systems, applicable FAA regulations and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR), airport licensing requirements, security best practices, emergency and disaster preparedness, construction management, snow removal, and grounds maintenance. The Assistant Airport Manager monitors and oversees the safe and efficient management of City personnel, vendors, and contractors who perform work on airport facilities and property.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists and occasionally leads the daily management and control of airport facilities to ensure the safe, efficient, secure and continuous operational use of airport runways, taxiways, facilities and other related areas.
• Directs, oversees and participates in the development of airport operations and maintenance work plans and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Oversees development of policies, procedures and schedules to ensure that airport operations and maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with accepted industry practice and standards.
• Conducts and oversees inspection of airport facilities for maintenance, safety and cleanliness.
• Directs preventative maintenance program and initiates work requests for airport repairs through the appropriate City department and/or approved contractor.
• Plans and coordinates special aviation events/activities at the airport such as the Frederick Festival of Flight..
• Communicates airport business through the use of the English language by written, electronic, and verbal communications. The Assistant Airport Manager, as directed by the Airport Manager, maintains and updates the business records for the airport, including general correspondence, special reports, budgets, Notices to Airmen (NOTAMS), project reports, grant administration and invoices for services rendered.
• Develops work schedules and directs personnel assignments, monitors workflow and evaluates work products, methods and procedures.
• Direct supervisor of the Airport Operations Coordinator position(s).
• Monitors airport tenants compliance with the Airports Minimum Operating Standards and Rules and Regulations, review and update these documents, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State and local regulations.
• Facilitates required inspections and compliance with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), updates as needed.
• Coordinates airport matters regularly with The City of Frederick, FAA, and MAA officials, airport consultants, and outside agencies as necessary.
• Have a working knowledge of the airport's Emergency Action Plan, ensures Letters of Agreement (LOA) are updated, and works with local emergency response stakeholders for updates, exercises, and airfield familiarization visits.
• Provides staff support for the Frederick Airport Commission including scheduling the meetings, disseminating agenda, and recording minutes.
• Promotes the airport's interests through tours and active community outreach.
• Directs the airport's promotional efforts through advertising opportunities, conference exhibits, and development of effective marketing materials.
• Communicates with citizens and tenants as necessary to maintain good relations with the public to ensure that citizens have an opportunity to receive airport information.
• Manages the airport's official Facebook page and abides by City policies and procedures related to social media.
• Directs and participates in snow removal operations in accordance with FAA standards to ensure a safe and secure terminal environment during inclement weather.
• Operates a motor vehicle on a regular basis observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be a United States Citizen.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in business management, aviation management, public administration or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the educational requirement.
• Five (5) years of experience in airport management (civil or military), aviation management, facility maintenance management, or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, two-way radio aviation communications, or experience working around active aircraft operations preferred.
• Two (2) years of direct experience working or operating in an active airfield environment in the last 5 years.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES:

• Vehicle Operator's license with satisfactory driving record that meets insurability standards of the City's insurance carrier is required. The employee must maintain the license for the duration of their employment.
• Certified Member (C.M.) designation with the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) or ability to obtain certification within 18 months of employment.
• Ability to obtain Airfield Driver certification within 90 days of employment. The employee must maintain the certification for the duration of their employment.
• Ability to obtain ICS 100/200/700/800 certifications within nine (9) months of employment.
• Ability to obtain the Airport Certified Employee (ACE) - Airport Operations, within nine (9) months of employment.

REQUIRED SKILLS (Communication/Language; Mathematical; Computer; etc.):

• Ability to read and interpret documents using the English language.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, percentages, etc.
• Ability to create and maintain documents using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project and Excel
• Knowledge and experience in budget preparation, fiscal management, and basic accounting practices
• Ability to effectively supervise, direct and evaluate the performance of staff members.
• Strong and effective written and spoken communication skills including the ability to effectively and clearly present complicated technical information to officials, peers, and citizen groups.

Knowledge of the following:

Air Transportation Industry

Airport Services

Air Traffic Control Services

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Requirements

Airport Leases

Facility Maintenance

Aviation Weather

Airfield Navigation Facilities

Aircraft Type Identification

Airport Safety Practices

Federal Aviation Regulations

Airport Improvement Program

State Aviation Regulations

Airport Planning

Public and Community RelationsEnvironmental Compliance

OTHER DESIRABLES:

• Private Pilot Certificate.
• Maryland Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brakes endorsement.
• Basic and Advanced Snow and Ice Control (Snow Boss) training though AAAE.
• Initial Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting training.
• Airport Certified Employee (ACE) - General Aviation Management Certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move about in an office environment and to perform inspections of airport facilities. This position requires visual acuity which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and review a wide variety of written correspondence, reports, and related material in both electronic and text form. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and climb. The successful candidate must be able to regularly lift 50 lbs. with occasional lifts of up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

This individual must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word, including activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, and/or quickly.

The job holder is required to have the visual acuity necessary for normal visual inspection (with or without correction), including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The worker must have the ability to perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction and have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. The worker is required to listen to and understand information and ideas presented in the English language through spoken word and sentences. This individual must have the ability to recognize there is a problem. The worker is required to identify information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. This individual must have the ability to coordinate two or more limbs while remaining in a stationary position, standing or lying down.

This position requires the employee to be available during public events and may require evening and weekend hours as needed. The position requires the employee to direct snow removal activities, which may take 12 to 36 hours to complete.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITION: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The candidate frequently performs work indoors in an office setting. The candidate occasionally performs work outdoors where they are exposed to varying weather conditions The noise level in the work environment is frequently moderate to heavy. The candidate will be required to operate heavy snow removal and mowing equipment from time-to-time.

The City of Frederick offers competitive benefits to eligible employees including a variety of insurance plans and competitive paid leave offerings.

INSURANCE AND VOLUNTARY BENEFITS:

Medical Plans: Eligible City employees may choose from three medical insurance plans through Cigna.

Dental Plans: Eligible City employees may choose from three (3) dental insurance plans through Cigna.

Vision Plan: Eligible City employees may elect vision plan coverage through Eye Med.

You can find additional information regarding The City of Fredericks benefits here: Human Resources Department: Employee Benefits

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Do you possess a minimum of five (5) years of experience in airport/aviation management (civilian or military, facility maintenance management or equivalent experience?

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Do you possess the Certified Member (C.M.) designation with the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)?

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Would you be able to obtain an Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Airport Operations certification within (1) year of employment?

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What is your professional and personal experience engaging and working with diverse populations?

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Do you have a vehicle operators license with satisfactory driving record? This must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

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Do you have a bachelor's degree in business management, aviation management, public administration or related field?

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Employer The City of Frederick

Address 101 North Court Street

Frederick, Maryland, 21701

Phone 301-600-1872

Website http://www.cityoffrederickmd.gov