The Airport Planning Manager assists the Director of Aviation overseeing the administration of grants, ensuring compliance with the FAA Airports District Office and other Federal Agencies, Budget, Advisory Circulars, and state and local laws. This includes coordinating the annual submission of FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants aligned with the Airport’s Capital Improvement Plan. Reviews monthly grant reports, presents quarterly/monthly grant information to stakeholders, and offers technical and policy planning support for airport projects and grant funding plans. Maintains appropriate documentation of airport funding plans in accordance with FAA guidelines, liaising with construction teams throughout the course of projects.
Essential Functions
Responsible for writing and coordinating the submission of Federal and State Grants.
Assist with Capital Improvement Project management.
Prepares Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) applications and follows process through approval, organizing public meetings, notifying airlines and managing related correspondence, etc.
Submits quarterly grant reports providing comprehensive updates on grant utilization and progress.
Provides support with daily operations.
Coordinates with various internal departments and external stakeholders such as FAA, TSA, NTSB, Colorado Division of Aeronautics, USFS, FBI, and CDOT to ensure collaborative efforts and compliance with regulations.
Evaluation of requests for property improvement both on and off airport premises, conducting planning reviews to assess feasibility and compliance with regulations.
Assures compliance with airport construction regulations, managing hangar construction requests, and overseeing storm water permitting and other airport permits.
Administer the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) programs, promoting diversity and inclusion in airport contracting and concessions.
Oversee the procurement process, including soliciting and evaluating written bids.
Administers the Airport’s Title VI Plan, ensuring nondiscrimination and equitable treatment in all airport programs and activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Airport Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or Project Management.
Experience: Five (5) years in Airport Development, Airport Administration, Airport Operations, Engineering, or Project Management.
Required Knowledge: The Airport Planning Manager will have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of project development. They will also need to have a working knowledge of airport operations, maintenance, safety and emergency response, and preparation of associated reports and correspondence. They must have a strong background in airport operations including technical airport operations, maintenance and procedures, and administrative and field operations.
FAA Regulations: Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations related to airport funding and operations, airspace, and building codes.
Attention to Detail: Is careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Professionalism: Demonstrates professional behavior and appearance in all situations.
Initiates and contributes to the development of policies and procedures.
MTJ is the the Western Slope of Colorado's Runway to Recreation. At the base of Colorado's San Juan Mountains and the edge of the Black Canyon National Park, the Montrose Regional Airport is the gateway to world renound hiking, fishing, camping, golfing, skiing, mountain biking, ATVing, and much more.
Annually MTJ serves more than 450,000 passengers seeking adventure, natural beauty, recreation, relaxation, and much more. In Colorado, the second most non-stop destinations depart MTJ to Newark, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orange County, and Denver. There are five airlines serving MTJ seasonally and three year round.
Annually, MTJ hosts one of the largest static displays of military aircraft—The Tribute to Aviation. This community event is free to the public and draws nearly 30,000 attendees to the airport.
