Aviation Manager 15 (Airport Planning and Development Section Manager) - Office of Aeronautics
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Aviation Manager 15 (Airport Planning and Development Section Manager) - Office of Aeronautics
Salary
$39.64 - $59.81 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
5901-26-AERO-8-APDS-AM15-LB
Department
Transportation
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
Benefits
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Job Description
Aviation Manager 15 - Airport Planning and Development
Shape the future of Michigan's aviation system
Michigan's skies are getting busier, and we're looking for a visionary leader to help guide where we go next. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is seeking anaviation manager 15to lead the Airport Planning and Development Section, an opportunity to influence statewide infrastructure, strengthen aviation safety and elevate the experience of airports across Michigan.
What You'll Lead
You'll manage two dynamic units that drive innovation and long-term strength in Michigan aviation:
- Airport Planning and Environmental Unit- Environmental compliance, airspace protection and system planning.
-Finance and Operations Unit- Budgeting, financial analysis and program operations.
Your Mission
As the section's top leader, you will:
Oversee the statewide Airport Capital Improvement Program from concept to execution.
Lead environmental reviews and ensure airport compliance with state and federal requirements.
- Partner with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on funding strategies.
Direct airspace protection programs and safety-focused initiatives.
- Approve sponsor agreements and guide airports through development, planning and funding.
Shape legislative recommendations and long-term planning priorities.
- Build and support a high-performing team committed to service, accountability and continuous improvement.
Leadership That Makes a Difference
You will provide strategic guidance, staff development, performance management and operational oversight across the section. This includes:
Statewide Collaboration
You'll serve as a trusted advisor to airport executives, local officials, consultants and MDOT leadership, helping communities move their airport projects from idea to reality.
Financial Stewardship
You will also direct office-wide financial operations:
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Aviation Manager 15 position.
For additional information, please see the links below:
Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
For information on benefits, visitwww.mi.gov/employeebenefitsorwww.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
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 12; two years equivalent to an Aviation Manager 13; or, one year equivalent to an Aviation Manager 14 or supervising aviation specialists, airplane pilots, air traffic controllers, certified flight instructors, aviation consultants, or equivalent professional supervisory experience in aviation safety, training, education, inspection or airport planning.
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:
- If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=0c57f92e150e4856b207ef348781c406) 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 theNational Association of Credential Evaluation Services (https://www.naces.org/members) or theAssociation of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (https://aice-eval.org/members/)
NOTE:Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AviationManager.pdf
MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
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.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta [email protected].
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. 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
