Airport Operations Supvsr II

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training, and Experience · Three (3) years of airfield operations work experience, OR · Five (5) years of work experience in the aviation industry, OR · Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a directly related field, plus two (2) years of airfield operations work experience, or four (4) years of work experience in the aviation industry, OR · Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a directly related field, plus one (1) year of airfield operations work experience, or three (3) years of work experience in the aviation industry.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work environment requires the ability to operate an SUV and truck and requires the ability to climb staircases, ladders, and to access facilities. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) is required.

NOTE: This position requires the selected incumbent to be available nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs. In addition, outside work/inspection is required with possible exposure to fumes, dust, and noise.

NOTE: This position requires a valid license at the time of hire.

NOTE: Assignments within this department may require alternate shifts and/or weekend shifts.

NOTE: The candidate selected for hire must pass a background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).

EQUIPMENT

• Standard office equipment (e.g., telephone, printer, photocopier, calculator)
• Computers and peripheral equipment (e.g., personal computer and computer terminals)
• Measuring wheel / laser range finder
• Binoculars
• Digital camera
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, shoes, glasses, gloves, vest, pads)
• Friction testing devices
• Handheld radio
• United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved pyrotechnics and a starters pistol

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

May 15, 2026, 12:00:00 AM