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Airport Manager (Yuba County)

This position reports directly to the Director of Administrative Services and is characterized by the substantial amount of management and administrative oversight for the operations of the Yuba County Airport. This class is distinguished from the Director of Administrative Services in that the latter has overall management responsibility for all departmental activities and functions and established department vision, goals, policies, practices and procedures.

The incumbent under general direction, manages, plans, organizes and evaluates operations, construction, maintenance, line service, customer service, economic development and marketing activities for the Yuba County General Aviation Airport; develop program and strategies to maximize the use of airport properties for commercial and industrial use and perform related work as assigned. This is a singular managerial position.

Minimum:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, aviation management, economics, finance or a closely related field and five years of professional airport operations experience with extensive knowledge of FAA regulations. Candidates with strong experience who lack the degree are encouraged to apply.

Preferred:  In addition to the minimum, additional direct experience in general aviation operations and/or possession of a valid Accredited Airport Executive (AAE) certification by the American Association of Airport Executives.

Licenses and Certification:  The ability to obtain a valid CA Class C driver’s license within ten days of employment; maintain throughout employment. Possession of a valid Pilot’s license issued by the FAA is desirable.

Special Requirements:  Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. May be required to file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Work Environment:  Generally a typical office environment. May be required to travel to various worksites or locations within the County. Occasionally may be required to travel for meetings or conferences outside normal business hours.  

How to Apply for Airport Manager:

Submit an official Yuba County employment application, copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts, diploma or grade reports to County of Yuba – Human Resources and Organizational Services, 915 Eighth Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA  95901. Official County applications and materials are available online at www.co.yuba.ca.us or at the Human Resources and Organizational Services Department.

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