San Joaquin County is seeking a dynamic leader to be the Airport Director of the Stockton Metropolitan Airport. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated achievements in both airport operations as well as business development. The Stockton Metropolitan Airport serves the current and future commercial, corporate business, and general aviation needs of San Joaquin County.
The Airport Director is appointed by the County Board of Supervisors and works with the Board appointed Aviation Advisory Board. The Airport Director is responsible for carrying out the following duties:
- Oversees the development of the airport budget, projections, and manages the Airport Enterprise Fund; develops revenue sources and directs the preparation of applications for federal and state grants; directs the administration and evaluation of grant programs.
- Promotes, develops and recommends long-range plans for air transportation within the County; evaluates feasibility of expanding existing airport facilities and developing new related industry; recommends methods for implementation of development plans and promotes economic development affiliated with the Airport.
- Formulates and directs the implementation of operations policies and standards to ensure compliance with local, state and federal requirements and regulations for airports and aviation; makes recommendations regarding new legislation and technical developments affecting airports and aviation.
- Confers with appropriate federal and state agencies regarding airport development and operating programs.
- Confers with the County Administrator in developing recommendations to advisory boards and the Board of Supervisors; directs and plans evaluations of organizational effectiveness.
The ideal candidate will be:
- An accredited Airport Executive with experience in an airport with both commercial and passenger aviation activities.
- An engaged leader with exceptional communication skills, interpersonal skills and political acumen.
- Results oriented problem solver who develops innovative and effective solutions to administrative and operational challenges.
- Strategic thinker who is able to attain the organization’s objectives, including pursuing regional transportation solutions.
- Collaborator who includes airport staff, the Aviation Advisory Board, the Board of Supervisors, the County Administrator, and community stakeholders.
- A leader with a high level of integrity and a strong sense of ethics.
The annual salary for this position is $191,591-$232,880 depending on experience. The County also offers a comprehensive benefits package. Please visit our website to apply and learn more about this exciting opportunity.