Operations Specialist I Job at Richland-Lexington Airport District – West Columbia, SC 2025

JOB SUMMARY

Works under direct supervision to manage the operation of airport facilities in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs a variety of strategic tasks relative to the efficiency of the day-to-day operations of the Department and the Airport.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts scheduled inspections of the Airfield, Terminal building, construction projects, and Airport owned property as required.
• Ensures the Airport is compliant with FAA, TSA, State, Local, and Airport rules and regulations.
• Participates in the Airport security badge issuance process for all employees requiring an airport issued security badge.
• Coordinates the usage of Airport facilities during Irregular Operations, adverse weather events and other special events.
• Coordinates Common Use gate, ticket counter, and baggage claim assignments.
• Provides training to Airport and tenant employees as required.
• Routinely interacts with and provides customer service to Airport tenants and the traveling public.
• Issues Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) as required.
• Ensures tenant compliance with the Airport Rules and Regulations and supporting documents.
• Supports charter flights by conducting required inspections and coordination.
• Conducts tenant delivery inspections as required.
• Provides escort services to personnel without Airport issued security badges as needed.
• This list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to think strategically and problem solve.
• Ability to comprehend Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), State, Local, and Airport rules and regulations.
• Ability to effectively communicate with fellow Airport staff, tenants, and the public.
• Ability to use 2-way radios while operating in the Movement Area.
• Detailed oriented.
• Working knowledge of commonly used computer software programs, i.e. Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe etc.
• Ability to prepare professional documents, reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and presentations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and four years of relevant work experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid S.C. driver’s license.
• Successfully complete a Security Threat Assessment (STA) and Criminal History Records Check (CHRC).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Airport or Aviation/Aerospace Management, Aviation/Aerospace Science, Business or Public Administration, or another related field.
• Prior experience with a Fixed Base Operator (FBO), airline, air cargo carrier, airfield maintenance, and/or airport emergency services, or possession of a Private Pilot Certificate is desirable.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in both office and outdoor environments, and involves exposure to noise, chemical, and other contaminants, moving mechanical hazards, and extremes of temperature and weather conditions. Must have sufficient visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, to read runway friction measurements; visually detect damage, deterioration, or defects in airport and airfield structures, fixtures, and furnishings which could potentially impact safe aircraft operations. Must have sufficient auditory ability, with or without audio logical devices, to decipher radio communications, hear alarms, other warning signals, and vehicle signals indicating backward or forward motion. Must be able to tolerate exposure to noise levels up to 120 decibels and must be able to work in close proximity to 480 volt power sources. This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.