Airport Deputy Chief Officer (Enterprise Risk Management & Safety)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business, Public Administration, Business or Aviation Management, Accounting/Finance, Engineering, or a related field, plus six (6) years of related experience, including two (2) years of which were in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• None.

Notes to Applicants

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Why Join AUS ?

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is a fast-growing airport committed to safety, operational excellence, and exceptional passenger experiences. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of risk management and safety at one of the nation’s leading airports.

The Airport Deputy Chief Officer of Enterprise Risk Management ( ERM ) & Safety is a critical leadership role responsible for safeguarding Austin-Bergstrom International Airport ( AUS ) through strategic risk management and a strong safety culture. This executive position directs AUS’s Enterprise Risk Management and Safety programs, ensuring compliance, and best practices in risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enterprise Risk Management: Lead and oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of AUS’s ERM program, proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across airport operations.
• Safety Leadership: Champion a robust safety culture, with a strong emphasis on construction safety and workplace safety initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance safety protocols and reduce incidents.
• Construction Risk & Safety Oversight: Evaluate and manage risks associated with airport construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, risk control measures, and regulatory requirements.
• Insurance & Risk Exposure: Oversee AUS’s insurance program, assessing risk exposure, making data-driven recommendations, and ensuring the appropriate level of coverage. Investigate and monitor incidents to reduce liability.
• Compliance & Training: Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, policies, and industry best practices. Develop and implement training programs to enhance risk awareness and safety protocols.
• Strategic Leadership & Communication: Provide leadership that fosters collaboration, risk awareness, and a proactive approach to safety. Engage with teams across the airport to promote best practices, deliver reports, and provide executive-level presentations.
• Continuous Improvement: Leverage technology, data analysis, and industry trends in risk management, safety, and operational excellence.

Regarding Your Application:

• A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Résumé and Cover Letter are required.
• Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application.
• Employment history dates must include month and year.
• The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.
• A first review of candidates will occur on March 21, 2025. To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration.

Note: Information submitted for consideration may be made available to the public in compliance with the Texas Open Records Act.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Monday - Friday
*Hours may vary depending upon business needs.

This position is on-site.
Job Close Date Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 3201-A Presidential Blvd, Austin, TX 78719 Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced coursework in Insurance, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Business, Pre-
• Law, Engineering, Science, Construction Management, or a related field. Postgraduate-
• level desired.
• Demonstrated expertise in risk management, safety, or construction risk management.
• A solid track-record of leadership experience, including supervising large-scale teams, leading complex change initiatives, and fostering and promoting a culture of safety and risk awareness.
• Well-developed strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to assess risks, develop mitigation strategies, and drive process improvements.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills to effectively interact with airport leadership, employees, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Well-rounded knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA standards and aviation industry best practices.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Supports the Airport Chief Officer in leading and managing programs, functions, and initiatives to ensure effectiveness and efficiency. Develops and implements short- and long-range strategies, objectives, policies, and priorities. Ensures compliance with Federal, State, Local, and industry regulations. Assists in the preparation, presentation, and monitoring of the department budget and ensures divisions operate within appropriated budget. Develops, revises, and implements standard operating practices, policies, and procedures governing the programs and department activities. Acts as official departmental representative to boards and commissions, City departments, City Council, outside agencies, and the community. Coordinates departmental activities and programs with other City departments, agencies, and service providers. Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries, complaints, and issues from both internal and external sources. Determines goals, objectives, and resource requirements for activities within the assigned divisions. Monitors industry trends and implements best practices. Assumes Airport Chief Officer duties and responsibilities in their absence.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal laws, regulations, and ordinances affecting the airport.
• Knowledge of strategic business planning, organizational change strategies, and performance measurement to achieve business excellence.
• Skill in fiscal planning and developing and preparing budgets.
• Skill in managing and allocating financial and human resources to execute operational and business plans.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees, City Council, media, and the public.
• Skill in leading and managing a diverse workforce including department employees and contractors in an airport environment.
• Ability to design short- and long-term strategies/programs that are scalable and efficient in a large and complex organization.
• Ability to work with and coordinate between multiple City departments and internal business units to meet goals and objectives.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, develop and deliver public presentations, and act as the corporate spokesperson when incidents involving operations occur.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Airport Deputy Chief Officer are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business, Public Administration, Business or Aviation Management, Accounting/Finance, Engineering, or a related field, plus six (6) years of related experience, including two (2) years of which were in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment

* Please indicate the number of years reflecting your progressive experience in risk management, safety, or construction risk management.

• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7-10 years
• 10+ years
• N/A

* Please indicate the number of years reflecting your leadership experience, including supervising teams, leading change initiatives, and fostering a culture of safety and risk awareness.

• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7-10 years
• 10+ years
• N/A

* Please describe your experience assessing risks, developing mitigation strategies, and driving process improvements, including specific examples of successful initiatives.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience communicating and collaborating with airport leadership, employees, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA standards and aviation industry best practices.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents

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