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  • UAS Flight Operations Manager

    El Paso, Texas United States CITY OF EL PASO, TX Full Time $81,030.00 - $137,590.00 Annually Jul 17, 2025
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    CITY OF EL PASO, TX

    THE CITY OF EL PASO HAS IMPLEMENTED PROGRAMS TO INVEST IN ITS WORKFORCE, INCLUDING: Competitive wages Pension Plans Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Health Savings Account Paid Time Off­ and Paid Parental Leave Quality Training and Tuition Assistance Programs Mission: Deliver exceptional services to support a high quality of life and place for our community. Vision: Develop a vibrant regional economy, safe and beautiful neighborhoods and exceptional recreational, cultural and educational opportunities powered by a high performing government. Values: Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, People THE COMMUNITY Located at the westernmost edge of Texas along the Rio Grande River, El Paso has long been recognized as one of the nation’s safest cities with a population of over 800,000. This thriving community is aptly referred to as the “Sun City” – a moniker derived from the 300+ days of sunshine experienced annually.El Paso, the largest Texas City on the U.S./Mexico border and the sixth largest city in Texas, is a dynamic and vibrant community whose location on the border provides the City with a culturally diverse population and a rich heritage that embraces the past while building for the future. El Paso is filled with many attractions that residents and visitors enjoy alike. For sports enthusiasts, the City is home to The El Paso Chihuahuas, the Minor League baseball team and Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. El Paso is also home to Sun Bowl Stadium at UTEP where many events occur, including Division I college football games and other events, including the nationally televised Sun Bowl game held each year. UTEP is also the home of the legendary Don Haskins Center where Division I college basketball games are played. Residents and visitors may also take in an El Paso Locomotive FC soccer game or an El Paso Rhinos hockey game. Located in El Paso are amusement parks, water parks, state parks, museums, the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens, and the El Paso Symphony Orchestra. At the heart of the City is the Franklin Mountains State Park, the largest urban state park in Texas. Fort Bliss is the largest installation in the United States Army Forces Command and the second largest military installation in the Army overall with the largest being the adjacent White Sands Missile Range.  Fort Bliss is an anchor of the local economy and its economic stability, as it is the single largest employer in the area supporting over 167,000 people with an annual economic contribution of over $25 billion. The City of El Paso strives to be the #1 City in America for Veterans to live. The City of El Paso has been recognized by the Texas Veterans Commission for its high Veteran Employment rate. The City government currently employs approximately 14% of veterans and has a Military and Veterans Affairs department.

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    Job Description

    Requirements

    MOS Codes: 11U1S (Air Force)

    Education and Experience : Bachelor’s Degree, or higher, in Business, Public or Aviation Administration or a related field and five (5) years of professional or managerial airport operations and administration experience at a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certificated civilian or comparable airport including two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity.

    Licenses and Certificates : Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by the time of appointment. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate preferred.

    General Purpose

    Under direction, is responsible for overseeing the development, planning, and implementation of policies, procedures, and management of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) flight operations within the City of El Paso.

    Typical Duties

    Develop, implement, and manage the sUAS flight program. Involves: Establishing goals, setting performance metrics, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Make fly or no-fly decisions according to procedures, observation, and experience. Ensure all sUAS operations adhere to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and relevant laws. Develop and enforce safety protocols and procedures to minimize risks and ensure safe flight operations. Submit and obtain all required FAA waivers to fit the missions for all departments. Interface directly with Air Traffic Control (ATC) when necessary. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, optimizes flight program performance, and leads a team to achieve organizational objectives. Collaborate closely with other City departments and stakeholders to integrate sUAS technology into various projects and initiatives.

    Lead, train, and manage a team of sUAS pilots, visual and electronic observers, sensor operators, and support staff. Involves: Provide guidance, training, and flight evaluations to staff including flight readiness and safety reviews. Oversee day-to-day sUAS flight operations, including mission planning, flight execution, data collection, and post-flight analysis. Ensure efficient use of resources and effective coordination among team members. Stay current with advancements in sUAS technology, equipment, and best practices. Evaluate and recommend new technologies or equipment to enhance program capabilities.

    Develop and manage the program budget. Involves: Forecasting expenses, controlling costs, and ensuring the optimal use of resources. Communicate program status, achievements, and challenges to senior management and other relevant parties. Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address challenges associated with program operations.

    Supervise and coordinate the work of assigned personnel. Involves: Assign, schedule, and monitor work. Appraise employee performance and review subordinate supervisors’ appraisals. Provide for training and development. Counsel, motivate, and maintain harmony. Identify and resolve staff differences, conflicts, and deficiencies. Interview applicants and recommend hiring, discipline, termination, or other employee status changes subject to management approval. Enforce personnel rules and regulations and work behavior standards firmly and impartially.

    General Information

    For complete job specification, click here .

    Note: This is an unclassified position.

    Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.

    Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Please visit www.naces.org/members for more information.

    Note: This is a new advertisement for UAS Flight Operations Manager. You must apply if you are still interested in this position.

    A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.

    To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

    Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.

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    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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