Description

The Airport Emergency Operations Manager at Tampa International Airport (TPA) is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing the emergency and contingency planning programs for the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA). They will coordinate and direct emergency management, disaster operations, contingency planning, and support business continuity planning. The Airport Emergency Operations Manager will support the Incident Commander during activations, conduct operational drills and exercises, and ensure compliance with FAA and other state and federal requirements. Additionally, they will collaborate with various HCAA departments, agencies, and stakeholders to maintain current emergency plans and serve as the liaison to local, state, and federal emergency management agencies.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

        Bachelor’s degree in emergency management or another related field.

        Five (5) years of Experience in emergency management roles with specific emergency management responsibilities.

        Two (2) years of management or supervisory experience.

        Two (2) years of experience in aviation preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

        Knowledge of policies, procedures, precedents, regulations, executive and general orders, and rules of the Airport Operations department.

        Knowledge of the NIMS and the Incident Command System (ICS) emergency response and recovery techniques.

        Must be flexible and available to respond to the Airport 24/7/365 as needed.

        Ability to speak publicly to large groups.

        Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and exhibit leadership in a stressful environment.

        Results driven, possesses solid execution skills with a demonstrated track record of getting things done.

        Works independently with little supervision or direction.

        Must possess a track record with proven results in enhancing the safety and security of guests and employees.

        Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively balance multiple competing priorities.

        Ability to make presentations to Executive level leadership and the Board of Directors.