Description

Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation, Natural and Historical Resources Division is currently seeking an Airport Operations Specialist for the historic College Park Airport in College Park, MD. Details of this position are listed below.

Examples of Important Duties

* Meet and greet public;

* Answer questions about ground transportation, lodging, refueling, aircraft parking, air traffic control (ATC) procedures, accessing weather resources;

* Refuel aircraft; assist with aircraft parking; fuel farm and runway inspections;

* Cash handling and retail sales;

* Act as a TSA designated "Alternate Security Coordinator";

* Monitor flight activities, airfield, and all airfield access points;

* Log aircraft operations, verify pilot credentials; perform minor maintenance-related duties.

This position pays at a rate of $15.00/hour - $16.80/hour dependent on experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

College Degree preferred; over 18 years of age; pass a Dept. of Homeland Security background check; working knowledge of office machines (cash register, radio) and computers; physically able to perform aircraft related duties- climbing refueling stands and pushing aircraft; previous experience at a public airport in retail sales and service; basic knowledge of general aviation aircraft and their operating environment preferred; possession of an FAA Student Pilot Certificate desirable; able to work a flexible schedule, evenings, and weekends; must possess a valid Maryland Driver's license.

Supplemental Information

A complete background investigation will be completed prior to hire.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-###-#### (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.