Overview

The Agency of Transportation is seeking a State Airport Operations Specialist. This position is responsible for assisting the State Airport Manager with enforcing and interpreting laws, rules and regulations for the operation of airports and aircraft, and inspecting State-owned airports. The Specialist coordinates airport functions, including program development, site selection, construction, and maintenance, including the maintenance and operation of the airport, which includes facilities maintenance, air navigational aids and systems, communication systems, and weather observing systems.

This position works closely with Agency staff to provide input regarding airport development, design, and construction activities. Additionally, the Specialist will updates and prepares Airport Operation Manuals, Airport Certification Manual, Airport Security Programs, Airport Fueling Manuals, written agreements, airport regulations and directives in support of federal certification, and security, safety and airport emergency activities. This position will manage plans for airport snow removal, mowing, self-inspections, FBO training, and emergencies. This includes ensuring that emergency services for crash management, fire fighting, law enforcement, and first aid are available at airports.

This position is based in Barre, Vermont but statewide travel is required. This is a limited service position funded through 06/30/2025, with possibility of extension.

Who May Apply

This position, State Airport Operations Specialist (Job Requisition #43064), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Rollin Tebbetts at Rollin.Tebbetts@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work frequently involves travel to the various airports. Stress may be involved in negotiating and obtaining compliance with contracts. This position is based in Barre, Vermont.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, business management, public administration, or related field AND two (2) years or more of experience in airport administration and operations that includes experience with compliance programs, airport inspections, community relations, marketing, or commercial pilot/flight instructions.
OR
Four (4) years or more of experience in airport administration and operations that includes experience with compliance programs, airport inspections, community relations, marketing, or commercial pilot/flight instructions.

Special Requirements

FAA Private Pilot Certificate with a high performance endorsement for a single engine aircraft AND a current FAA Medical Certificate are required.

Valid driver's license is required.

An Instrument Instructor rating must be obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.