Salary: $94,700.58 - $144,524.90 Annually
Location : TX 78216, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-01370
Department: Aviation
Opening Date: 08/13/2025
Closing Date: 9/14/2025 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary
Under administrative direction, is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and overseeing a division within the Aviation department. Areas of responsibility include, but not limited to, strategic planning, employee training and development, fiscal planning and budget development, business development, information technology, customer service and public relations. Interprets, formulates, and implements policies and procedures. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
Work Location
10100 Reunion Place, San Antonio, Texas 78216
Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions

Formulation of direction and strategy for key strategic areas of the Aviation Department and delivery of departmental performance.
Oversees the Aviation department's strategic planning program and strategic workforce planning, to include Development Division employee engagement and change management practices and policies.
Oversees San Antonio International and Stinson Municipal Airport Development.
Plans and directs the Development operations of the Aviation department, to include, but not limited to, Planning, Infrastructure, and Development procurement, information technology, business administration, leasing and general administration.
Provides financial management of the airport system's Capital Improvement Program, including financial accounting and planning, forecasting and budget development, and performance measure and analysis.
Provides public relations and marketing strategies, public engagement and outreach and customer surveys and data collection review and analysis related to Airport Development.
Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies.
Serves as liaison between the Aviation Director and Deputy Director, other City departments, the City Manager's office, City Council, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves significant issues.
Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; establishes schedules and methods for providing effective services.
Prepares the Aviation Director and Deputy Director for presentations, speeches, and official appearances.
Ensures alignment with Aviation's organizational goals.
Providing division leadership requires communicating by using a variety of methods with staff, the public, and departments.
May lead the development and implementation of the Aviation employee training and development program, the San Antonio Airport System (SAAS) University, and all its associated initiatives and programs.
Directs the Aviation department's customer service initiatives and programs, to include executing new initiatives to improve the customer experience.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible professional experience with airport operations and development or directly related experience, including four (4) years of supervisory experience.
Must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records check upon employment.
Must maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.
Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence
Convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

Valid Accredited Airport Executive Certificate conferred by the American Association of Airport Executives.

Applicant Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Knowledge of principles and practices of strategic planning, organizational and employee development.
Knowledge of principles and practices related to customer service.
Knowledge of budget, finance, and economic principles and practices.
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) codes and regulations.
Knowledge of airport operations management.
Skill in utilizing office equipment and relevant software programs.
Ability to interpret, explain and apply City and departmental policies.
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City officials and the general public.
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
Working conditions are in an office environment.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
Note:

Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

03
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
Yes - Both Programs
No

04
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

Some High School
High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
None of the above

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How many years of airport operations and development or directly related experience do you have?

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How many years of professional supervisory experience do you have with airport operations and development or directly related experience?

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07
Do you have a valid Driver's License?

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Do you have a valid Accredited Airport Executive Certificate conferred by the American Association of Airport Executives?

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How many years of experience do you have in a management role at an airport of equal size and complex operations similar to or larger than San Antonio International Airport?

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How many employees have you supervised at one time?

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How many years of experience do you have developing and implementing employee training and development programs?

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How many years of experience do you have working with FAA Grants and Airport budget development and administration?

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What is the amount of annual dollars expended within the last budget you managed?

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How many years of experience do you have developing comprehensive strategic plans for a small, medium or large hub airport, business, or organization?

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How many years of experience do you have in public relations and marketing targeting public engagement to acquire community input on services or activities?

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Select any of the following you have five (5) years of experience with:

Developing/Implementing/Evaluating Programs
Employee Engagement
Working with Diverse Populations
Creating high level reports
Preparing presentations
Presenting to high-level executives
Customer Service
Procurement
Contract Negotiations
None of the above

17
Describe your experience with NEPA, Capital planning, airfield development, and landside development. If you do not have experience, answer n/a.
18
Describe the steps you take to evaluate a business process, assess risks, and recommend solutions.
19
What accomplishment are you most proud of in your aviation career?
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I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

I acknowledge

21
I acknowledge for this position I must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility . Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: 1) Felony Convictions, 2) Felony Deferred Adjudication, 3) Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, 4) Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, 5) Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and 5) Family Violence Convictions.

I acknowledge

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I acknowledge that I must maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.

I acknowledge

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I acknowledge that I must pass and maintain the yearly Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records Check upon employment. I further understand that if the Department receives any negative information on my background that prohibits me from meeting requirements for the position, my employment will be terminated and I will be compensated for the hours worked.

I acknowledge

24
I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

I acknowledge.

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