Manager, Airport Operations

• Jun 2022 - Present

Airport Duty Manager

• Jun 2021 - May 2022

Airport Operations Manager

• Mar 2016 - Jun 2021

• Currently acts as Incident Commander/ Leadership for all airport emergencies such as aircraft alerts, snow emergencies, severe weather, security breaches, train system shutdowns, medical emergencies, power failures, hazardous materials incidents, wildlife concerns and bomb threats or any other terminal/concourse emergencies as well as landside roadway incidents that may impact passenger flow through the facility. This includes time as the Emergency Operations Center manager. • Coordinate with the Public Information Officer when responding to newsworthy activities occurring at the airport to ensure clear and concise communication between Senior Leadership and the general public. Notifies Airport Senior Staff and the Chief Executive Officer of any condition or activities that may be, or which may evolve into possible media interests. • Supervisory responsibilities are to participate in planning and managing budget systems as well as preparing and presenting budget recommendations to higher management when requested and adjusting work plans/activities as a result of budget changes. This includes leading airfield (25 personnel) and terminal operations groups (15 personnel) to ensure efficient flow, safety, and adherence to applicable federal and local rules and regulations. I also supervise the work of other various operational staff involved in the efficient movement of aircraft and the safety of the traveling public. • Negotiate and coordinate with FAA, contractors, airlines, airport security, engineering, maintenance, tenants, and others to balance the needs of each group to optimize aircraft and vehicle flow rates while accomplishing critical airport maintenance activities with a minimum impact on the operation of the airport. As the primary point of contact, this teamwork ensures that the flow of information is continuous, efficient and effective between the groups. Show less

Assistant Operations Manager

• Oct 2013 - Mar 2016

• Coordinated operational, engineering, construction, maintenance, contractor, tenant, and other necessary activities on the airfield such as, dispute settlement, regulation enforcement, aircraft escorts and pavement closures. • Perform Ramp Tower Controller functions such as issuing push, taxi and advisory instructions to aircraft in the non-movement area via FCC licensed frequencies. Controlled the movement of aircraft and serves as focal point for the safe, efficient and expeditious flow of aircraft ingress and egress within the confines of the ramp, based on FAA standards. • Assisted the Incident Commander for all airport emergencies such as aircraft alerts, snow emergencies, severe weather, irregular operations (IROPS), and security breaches. Responded to the Emergency Operations Center as needed to fill General Staff Positions within the Incident Command Structure and assist with problem solving during the incident. Show less

Airport Operations Specialist

• Nov 2011 - Oct 2013

• Airport Trainer for FAR 139; Self Inspection, Snow and Ice Control (Plan lead and trainer) and NOTAMs (lead and trainer) • Construction Lead: Reviewed FAA 7460 requests as well as continuously reviewed FAR Part 77. • SMGCS Lead • Coordinate efforts with Public Safety during emergencies Landside or Airside (Alerts I, II, III) • Firefighter I/II and Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Certified. • Airport Trainer for FAR 139; Self Inspection, Snow and Ice Control (Plan lead and trainer) and NOTAMs (lead and trainer) • Construction Lead: Reviewed FAA 7460 requests as well as continuously reviewed FAR Part 77. • SMGCS Lead • Coordinate efforts with Public Safety during emergencies Landside or Airside (Alerts I, II, III) • Firefighter I/II and Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Certified.

Airport Operations Specialist

• May 2011 - Oct 2011

• Conduct movement area, terminal, land-side and perimeter inspections and created work orders for discrepancies which included creating and filing reports of various matters. (emergencies, airport inspections, violations, employee ID badges) • Maintain and create accurate airport records of FAR Part 139 discrepancies, audits, inspections and manuals • Respond to all airport emergencies (Alerts I, II, III) • Conduct movement area, terminal, land-side and perimeter inspections and created work orders for discrepancies which included creating and filing reports of various matters. (emergencies, airport inspections, violations, employee ID badges) • Maintain and create accurate airport records of FAR Part 139 discrepancies, audits, inspections and manuals • Respond to all airport emergencies (Alerts I, II, III)

Line Service Technician

• Oct 2009 - Nov 2010

• Maintain safe and secure environment for passengers, pilots and aircraft as it pertained to security, safety, and efficiency • Assist management, pilots and passengers with all needs. • Service all types of aircraft; fueling, deice, towing, lavatory service, etc. • Maintain safe and secure environment for passengers, pilots and aircraft as it pertained to security, safety, and efficiency • Assist management, pilots and passengers with all needs. • Service all types of aircraft; fueling, deice, towing, lavatory service, etc.

Executive Intern

• Jan 2009 - Jul 2009

• Coordinate meetings with Executive Operations Managers • Examined NexGen data for Executive Administrators • Assisted in coordination of 09’ ACE program • Prepared portfolios with current and future FAA initiatives and Executive Order • Executive Service Star Award for: Excellent performance and positive attitude demonstrated within the spirit of volunteerism. • Coordinate meetings with Executive Operations Managers • Examined NexGen data for Executive Administrators • Assisted in coordination of 09’ ACE program • Prepared portfolios with current and future FAA initiatives and Executive Order • Executive Service Star Award for: Excellent performance and positive attitude demonstrated within the spirit of volunteerism.