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Job Description
Description
Have you ever been interested in working at an airport? This may be your opportunity. We are looking for Airport Operations Specialist to join our team!
The City of Palo Alto's Public Works Department has an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in becoming an Airport Operations Specialist at the Palo Alto Airport. Under general supervision, this position performs a wide range of operations, maintenance, and security activities at the Palo Alto Airport. This position provides assistance and support to the FAA Control Tower for distressed aircraft or during emergency operations. The Operations Specialist renders assistance and service to airport users and performs related work as required.
This is an SEIU Hourly (limited-benefits) position that is budgeted to not exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year. For more information, please visit the SEIU Hourly Memorandum of Agreement.
For hours of operation and for more information on the Palo Alto Airport, please see here.
Essential Duties
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Make regular inspections and reports on facilities, runways, hangars, fences, and lighting equipment conditions and perform maintenance as needed.
- Maintain overall appearance of airport grounds and facilities, including the removal of obstacles from runways and approaches, controlling weeds and trash pick-up.
- Operate a variety of motor vehicles such as airport maintenance & first response trucks, pickup trucks, sweeping machines, light equipment, and other related equipment.
- Gather and provide information to airport users regarding local traffic procedures, arrival and departure routes, noise abatement procedures, weather conditions, airport facilities and other local services.
- Monitor airport activities, aircraft and fueling operations to ensure safety and compliance and FAA and local regulations.
- Provide group support and assistance to the FAA control tower.
- Provide assistance and support for distressed or disables aircraft and assist in emergency operations by providing first aid, operating rescue equipment, operating radio, providing information, and notifying fire and other emergency services.
- Explain and enforce City's Airport's Rules & Regulations.
- Assign hangar and tie-down spaces and collect rental fees.
- Maintain records on airport supplies, facilities, services, and equipment utilization including traffic, hangar rental, fees, and airport supplies.
- May be on-call in the event of an airport emergency.
- May act as Airport Manager in his/her absence.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- A combination of previous training or/education equivalent to a high school senior or high school graduate.
- Previous experience in aviation related field.
- Experience performing minor mechanically maintenance.
- Ability to obtain First Aid & CPR Certification within 6 months of hire.
- Previous experience with a public agency preferred but not required.
- A valid California Driver's License is required to drive a City vehicle.
Minimum Qualifications
Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities which would typically be acquired through:
- Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent with 1 year of related experience.
Supplemental Information
The Selection Process:- Applicants will receive email recruitment status notifications. Governmentjobs.com account also has notification status updates.
- Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination process may consist of supplemental questions, online assessment, written examination, practical performance, oral examination, or any combination to determine which candidate will move forward in the hiring process.
- The screening process for this position typically may include a virtual recorded interview and/or panel interviews preceding final interviews with the hiring manager or their designee.
Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday.
More than one position may be filled from this posting.
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
City of Palo Alto offers the following benefits to those in a SEIU Hourly position:
Medical Stipend
$3.80 effective the pay period including July 1, 2024.
Sick Leave
Earn .03 hour of sick leave for each hour worked.
Retirement
City of Palo Alto PST (Part-time, Seasonal & Temporary Employees) Retirement Plan
Please note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.
Closing Date/Time: 4/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Palo Alto
Show morePalo Alto is located about 35 miles south of San Francisco; and 14 miles north of San Jose. Palo Alto, known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley” and global center of technology and innovation, is the corporate headquarters for many world-class companies and research facilities such as VMWare, Hewlett-Packard, IDEO, Tesla, and Skype. Home to Stanford University and a top-ranked public school system, Palo Alto also features beautiful and historic residential neighborhoods, vibrant shopping and retail districts.
Palo Alto has a highly educated and culturally sophisticated citizenry that is actively engaged in making a difference both locally and globally. Unique among city organizations, Palo Alto operates a full-array of services including its own gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse and storm drainage provided at very competitive rates for its customers.
The birthplace of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto, is a community of approximately 68,000 residents and nearly 100,000 jobs. Located on the mid-Peninsula between San Francisco and San Jose, Palo Alto is recognized worldwide as a leader in cutting-edge technology, medicine, and green innovation. Many world-class businesses maintained or started offices here, including Amazon, Tesla, Hewlett Packard, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Rivian, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, SAP Ariba, Houzz, Varian Medical Systems, and VMware. Numerous start-ups are also at home in Palo Alto, arguably making it the startup capital of the world.
Stanford University is foundational to the history and prestige of Palo Alto, reflected in the community’s dedication to life-long learning. Stanford’s cultural and educational offerings are integral to the vibrancy and charm of Palo Alto, while the City’s exceptional K-12 school district ranks among the top public school systems in the country. With more than 50% of adult residents holding a graduate degree or higher, Palo Alto is frequently listed as one of the most educated cities in the nation.
Home to picturesque tree-lined streets, bike lanes, and historic buildings that reflect its California heritage, Palo Alto boasts a genuine sense of community and an active citizenry with strong environmental values. Beautiful neighborhoods are complemented by vibrant commercial corridors and a bustling economy with premium shopping and dining options. Excellent health care facilities, performing arts, and diverse recreational opportunities are just some of this incredibly desirable community’s cherished amenities.
Join an Award Winning Team
Palo Alto is an award-winning City recognized nationwide as innovative and well-managed. Palo Alto is one of a small number of California cities with a AAA bond rating. Recently, Palo Alto became one of the most livable cities in the U.S. by Livability.com. It's the only city to receive the Platinum Beacon Award in sustainability best practices by California’s Institute for Local Government.
We offer a variety of career paths that relate to building and improving communities. The City has fourteen departments employing 1,000 full-time staff. Police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, and building inspectors keep us safe. Engineers and public works staff build and re-build the physical infrastructure. City planners help envision and shape future community growth. Recreation, arts and library professionals enhance community life. Utilities provides electric, gas, water, sewer and other services. Internal services departments help manage, staff, and protect the City.
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