Salary: $94,700.58 - $144,524.90 Annually
Location : 9453 AIRPORT BLVD SAN ANTONIO, 78216, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Aviation
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary

Under administrative direction, is responsible for the administration of the Safety Management System (SMS) program for the San Antonio Airport System (SAAS). Coordinates safety efforts with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with outside agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA), Texas Department of Transportation - Aviation (TxDOT) and Texas Public Health. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location
9453 Airport Blvd., San Antonio, Texas 78216

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday; occasional weekends
Essential Job Functions

• Manages the daily operations of the Safety Division which includes Safety Policy, Safety Assurance, Risk Management and Safety Promotion.
• Assists in developing department procedures concerning Airport Rules and Regulations, Operational Policies, and Fire Evacuation Plan.
• Develops, implements, and maintains SMS Manual. Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws, rules and regulations including, but not limited to, the FAA and Foreign regulations (as required), City of San Antonio (COSA) Administrative Directives, Airport Rules and Regulations, and the Airport Operating Certificate.
• Conducts timely and comprehensive investigations of all accidents and safety incidents. Prepares factual reports to appropriate divisions summarizing the circumstances and root causes of the accident or incident, and then follows up with recommended corrective and preventative action to be taken.
• Develops, implements, and maintains communication systems for distributing safety information to employees and tenants as part of Safety Promotion. Maintains systems which house the Aviation hazard reporting systems as part of Safety Assurance.
• Plans, develops, promotes, and administers safety education programs with respect to the SMS Manual and Safety Management Plan. Communicates information, trends and safety statistics via reports to the Airport Director, Airport Executive Team, and various City and county boards as needed.
• Acts as a resource to and liaison between Aviation divisions and various departments within COSA as well as external customers, vendors, contractors, and other regulatory agencies such as the FAA, National Transportation Safety Board, and other Aviation industry safety organizations.
• Prepares reports, administers annual budget and controls expenditures of the Safety Division.
• Monitors industry safety concerns that may impact the San Antonio Airport System operations. Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local Laws, rules and codes are followed with respect to Safety (which includes Airside and Landside of San Antonio Airport System).
• Attends meetings with various levels of management, aviation industry related organizations, external contacts, and regulatory agencies. Takes necessary action regarding agenda items.
• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Operates office equipment to develop and implement safety education programs and communicates with staff, agencies and external customers by use of various methods including to City and county boards.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in Airport Operations, risk or safety management or related field including three (3) years' experience in a supervisory position with an airport, air carrier, U.S. military aviation operations that is comparable to a Part 139 airport, Part 121, or scheduled Part 135 air carrier operation, or with a U.S. government department, board, or agency that deals directly with aviation matters.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
• Certified Defensive Driving Instructor within six (6) months of employment.
• OSHA Certified upon hire or within six (6) months of employment.
• Must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records check conducted by Aviation upon employment.
• Must maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Safety Management Systems (SMS) Manual and Safety Management Plans.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations pertinent to Airport Management.
• Knowledge of FAA policies and regulations pertaining to the operation of airport and their security and access.
• Knowledge of Safety Management System Principles and risk management methodologies.
• Knowledge of Airport emergency procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of Airport maintenance requirements and of necessary supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and monitoring techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project Management), and various office equipment.
• Ability to analyze and effectively report upon operating conditions and problems and to recommend or install appropriate solutions.
• Ability to organize, direct, and implement plans and programs.
• Ability to plan, assign, and direct the work of subordinates.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Ability to make varied arithmetic computations and tabulations rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to create and use computer spreadsheets and graphical presentations.
• Ability to present facts clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to access and analyze project risks and exposures; identify options and alternatives, make decisions, and implement corrective actions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, City Management and their staff, outside regulatory agencies, vendors and contract service providers, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to perform all the physical, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position including decision making.
• Work environment are inside and outside. Outdoor environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, high noise levels, damp/wet surfaces, and dust. May require shift work, weekends, nights, and holidays.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.