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City of Portland - Airport Operations Duty Officer

Position Number: 7199655
Location: Portland, ME
Position Type: Vocational & Technical - Aviation

City of Portland - Airport Operations Duty Officer

Portland International Jetport – Aviation & Transportation Department

$1,500 sign on bonus offered to qualified external candidates, $2500 relocation reimbursement available.

Join the operations team at New England's fastest growing airport! Portland International Jetport is an active Part-139 compliant, commercial service airport, offering incumbent Operations Duty Officers the opportunity to oversee a wide variety of operational responsibilities. Under the direction of the Operations Manager, this position plans, organizes, and supervises airside and landside operations.

Position Responsibilities:

Monitor Airport for compliance with Federal, State and Local Laws
Inspect and monitor terminal, landside and tenant leased areas for compliance with rules and regulations and lease terms
Issue NOTAMs for surface closures and condition reporting as appropriate
Mitigate wildlife hazards
Respond to emergencies and assist with the coordination of emergency activities
Acts as the secondary Airport Security Coordinator while on duty
Coordinating airport construction and special events
Maintain communication with the Airport Operations Center
Coordinating security and driver training of tenants/users
Enforcing the Jetport's SWPPP
Assisting with updates to the airport's regulatory manuals and plans as needed

This position also reviews and acts on matters involving safety, security, customer service, certification, and other related matters as they impact airlines, tenants, and passengers. Additionally, Operations Duty Officers may actively participate during certification inspections and interact with Federal Inspectors and senior airport management. This position operates on a rotating 24/7 schedule to maintain continuity of operations. This position requires working outdoors as well as in the office environment.

Position Requirements:

Effective communication skills
Ability to pass all required background investigations
A valid U.S. State Driver's License
Completion of a 4-year degree in Airport Management or a related field
A minimum of two (2) years of professional work experience at a commercial service airport in the airport operations field conducting FAR Part 139 airfield inspections and issuing NOTAMs
Applicants must be familiar with FAR Part 139, TSAR 1542, applicable FAA Advisory Circulars, and standard airport operating procedures
AAAE CM, AAAE ACE, Private Pilot Certificate, and previous experience leading airport snow and ice control operations is preferred

Applications accepted until June 15th, 2026.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a Union position, Pro-Tech Grade MA-6 - with a pay range starting at $30.11/hour, as well as additional shift differentials.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:

Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
Thirteen paid holidays
Sick, vacation, and personal leave
Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
Use of City recreation facilities
Fitness Reimbursement
Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

To apply, visit https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=216&sreq=8&form=5000&desc=AIRPORT%20OPERATIONS%20DUTY%20OFFICER