Aviation Manager 14

Job Description

Are you looking for a career that is out of the ordinary? Do you have personal goals to reach new heights? Do you have a passion for public service and its ever-changing landscape? Do you like work that is continuously developing and changing? As the next aviation manager 14 at the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Aeronautics, you’ll have the opportunity to provide impactful insight and critical and analytical thinking to this role. This role will directly contribute to enhancing Michigan’s aviation system and the team’s success. You'll also have the opportunity to work with a team that appreciates dedication and attention to detail as much as you do.

As an aviation manager 14 within the MDOT Office of Aeronautics, your expertise in data analysis, coordination and attention to detail, and problem solving will directly contribute to enhancing the overall program. Your collaborative mindset will be invaluable in troubleshooting issues and ensuring optimal performance. At MDOT, we believe in investing in our team members' growth. You'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development resources, and the chance to expand your skill set in a supportive and stimulating environment. So, take the next step in your career, go the extra mile, and begin your journey with MDOT today.

As the aviation manager 14, you would be responsible for:

• Ensuring data collected for aviation facilities are coordinated and completed in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration Order 5010.4, the Michigan Aeronautics Code, and the Michigan Aeronautics Commission Rules, including aviation facility licensing standards.

• Provide direction and oversight to staff activities and practices, determine best practices and ensure sharing of these best practices across the state.

• Identify new methodologies and capitalize on new technology to implement data-driven inspection procedures.

• Utilize expertise to review escalated airport, heliport, helistop and flight school inspection findings determined by aviation specialists.
• Use basic and advanced airport inspection devices, including inclinometers, levels, prisms, and measuring wheels, in addition to uncrewed aerial systems, to collect actionable data aimed at improving the safety and efficiency of Michigan’s general aviation airports and heliports.

Begin your journey with MDOT today!

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Aviation Manager 14 position.  

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Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

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The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Required Education and Experience

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience
Five years of professional experience as an aviation specialist, airplane pilot, air traffic controller, certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, or professional experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education, inspection or airport planning; three years of professional experience equivalent to an Aviation Specialist P11; two years equivalent to an Aviation Specialist 12; or, one year equivalent to an Aviation Manager 13.

Alternate Education and Experience

Four years of full-time experience as a certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, airplane pilot, or air traffic controller; or, experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education and inspection, or airport planning may be substituted for the education (bachelor's degree) requirement. This is in addition to the experience requirements.

Additional Requirements and Information

To be considered for this position you must: 

• Possess a valid driver's license
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilots License (Preferred) and/or FAA Private Pilot License or higher (Preferred) 
• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the or the

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

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All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.  

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.  

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

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Accommodations
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