Airport Operations Superintendent (Operations)

Salary: $90,141.00 - $115,889.00 Annually
Location : Philadelphia, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: PHL Dept of Aviation
Opening Date: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 11/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N
Competition: Department Only Promotional
Residency Waiver: N/A
Certification Rule: Rule of List
1. Parts: Training & Experience Evaluation
1. Weight: 90%
2. Parts: Seniority Rating
2. Weight: 10%
Salary Range: N024

General Definition
(Operations)

(Security)

This is supervisory airport operations or security work directing, through subordinate supervisors, the safe and efficient operations of either an airport Airfield, Landside or Terminal Operations in the Operations Specialty or Security Division activities in the Security specialty for a large hub international airport system. Employees in the Operations specialty, Airfield Assignment plan, assign, and review the work of subordinate and/or contract personnel and direct the day-to-day airfield operational activities of the airport, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations pertaining to airfield and security operations. Employees in the Landside Assignment direct staff performing work which includes monitoring and supervising ground transportation operations, ensuring compliance by commercial ground transportation operators with federal, state, and local ground transportation and regulations. Employees in the Terminal Management assignment direct staff performing work include coordinating construction activities and conferring with airlines and building tenants to ensure adequacy and efficiency of terminal operations. Employees in the Passenger Engagement Assignment direct the work of staff engaged in passenger services. Employees in the Security Assignment direct a comprehensive safety and security program for a large hub international airport and serve as the liaison between the airport and the Transportation Security Administration and other federal, state, and local emergency agencies. Positions in both specialties ensure compliance with relevant Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or Transportation Security Administration regulations regarding security or airport operations related to the welfare of passengers, airlines, tenants, and the general public are significant aspects of the work. Work is performed under the direction of an administrative superior.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is
Shar Nyinyi

City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources

1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone:215-686-2349

Fax: 215-686-0861

Email:

For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov.

Notes to Applicants and Projected Exam Information
ELIGIBLE LIST: DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY PROMOTIONAL

Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Department of Aviation will be established as a result of this examination.
Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.
PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS

Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other people receiving an identical test score.
To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence on this application. This response will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.

If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Applicants will be evaluated and scored based upon their training and experience credentials. Applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination.
Scores in the Training and Experience Evaluation will be based on documentation of education and experience provided by the candidate. To receive full credit for your education and experience, you should submit all relevant documentation including college transcripts, licenses, certifications, paid out of class documentation, etc. and provide a detailed description of your education, experience, and credentials.
An Eligible List will be established the week of November 30, 2026. Please note that this date may change.

TEST REVIEW

In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091D, candidates may review their answer sheets and other test papers to determine if they have been scored correctly or if there has been an irregularity in the administration of the examination. Candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file a written appeal. Call 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.
Level of Education Required

College
Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience

The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.
1. CIVIL SERVICE STATUS

Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Department of Aviation with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.
AND

OPERATIONS SPECIALTY

2. EDUCATION
Completion of a bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university, with major course work in business administration, aviation management, flight management, commercial aviation, or a closely related field.

AND

3. GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Three years of experience at the full performance level in airport operations, security or administration for a commercial service airport system servicing scheduled air carriers.

AND

4. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:
Two years of supervisory experience at or above pay range N21 or equivalent, either supervising and monitoring airfield, airport communications, landside, terminal operational activities at a commercial service airport with immigration/customs facilities servicing scheduled national and international carriers.
City of Philadelphia classes which typically meet the specific experience:
Airport Operations Officer Supervisor (2P09)

Preferred: Certified Member (CM) of American Association of Airport Executives.
Preferred experience:Experience at an airport with immigration and customs facilities

NOTE: Completion of a Master's degree in any of the fields listed above in the minimum education requirement or current certification as an Accredited Airport Executive (AAE) may substitute for one year of the specific experience for all specialties.

OR
Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources, which has included a bachelor's degree and the specific experience requirements described above.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of employment as Airport Operations Superintendent.

Must be able to pass and maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) and AOA (Airfield Operations Area) clearance at the time of appointment and during tenure of employment as the Airport Operations Superintendent.
City of Philadelphia Benefits includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Hybrid Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Plan
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistant Program
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Vacation leave
• Paid personal days
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Backup Child and Adult care
• Wellbeing platform and programs
• Retiree Health Benefits
• Qualified Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Discounts for City Employees

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Are you presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Department of Aviation with a Performance rating of Satisfactory or higher?

• Yes
• No

Required Question