Date Opened: Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 AM

Close Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 AM

Department: Aviation Department

Function Operations Support

Salary: $26.29 - $32.87 Commensurate with Experience

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SUMMARY

The Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Airside Operations is responsible for coordination and regulatory compliance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other federal, state, and city government rules and regulations. Airside Operations is responsible for maintaining an active FAA Airport Operating Certificate under Part 139, as well as upholding the Airport Certification Manual approved by the FAA. Airside Operations Coordinators perform skilled work including safety and security in sections of the Air Operations Area that includes runways, taxiways, safety areas, and other terminal facilities. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and enforcing the rules that govern the operations of the airfield and airport tenants. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and written, and assess situations quickly and objectively while determining the proper course of action within established rules, regulations, and procedures while representing CLT in a professional and positive manner.

General Summary

The Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Airside Operations is responsible for coordination and regulatory compliance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other federal, state, and city government rules and regulations. Airside Operations is responsible for maintaining an active FAA Airport Operating Certificate under Part 139, as well as upholding the Airport Certification Manual approved by the FAA. Airside Operations Coordinators perform skilled work including safety and security in sections of the Air Operations Area that includes runways, taxiways, safety areas, and other terminal facilities. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and enforcing the rules that govern the operations of the airfield and airport tenants. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and written, and assess situations quickly and objectively while determining the proper course of action within established rules, regulations, and procedures while representing CLT in a professional and positive manner.

Responsibilities:

Ensures federal regulatory compliance with FAR Part 139 and 77 by adhering to SOPs, ACM, WHMP, AEP, and other working documents through the Airport’s Self-Inspection program. Enforce Airport established rules and regulations that govern the operation of the airfield and airport employees.  Participates and coordinates in federal programs to comply with FAA and TSA regulations that are required for commercial service airports. Interpret and adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations to ensure the safety and security of all persons and resources on airport property.

Formulate comprehensive and concise communications in both oral and written form. Completes all required documentation under these provisions including records, reports, and logs.

Conducts vehicle escorts on the Air Operations Area. Assist the Airport stakeholders and public as needed. Act decisively and exercise independent judgment within established rules, regulations and procedures. Snow duties, Issue notices to airmen, required 139 training, wildlife, construction.  

Ability to respond calmly and effectively during emergency and irregular operations incidents following NIMS/ICS structure.

Assist other Airport Operations Sections to ensure continuity of operations.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree, plus three years of related experience, or hig