Aviation Safety Program Manager (DOTD Program Supervisor)

Salary : $4,694.00 - $9,211.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Promotion
Job Number:
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: Section 88
Opening Date: 10/05/2026
Closing Date: 10/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

This position provides leadership and oversight for the safety, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of more than 750 aviation landing facilities. The role involves coordinating with airport officials and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal aviation standards and regulations. The position supervises staff by assigning and reviewing work, managing performance, and conducting formal employee evaluations.

It is also responsible for the development and administration of aviation safety programs, including airport and heliport inspections, landing area registration, obstruction analysis, and navigational aids. Overall, the position ensures the effective administration of these programs while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and industry standards.
AN IDEAL CANIDATE SHOULD POSESS THE FOLLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
The position is located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Section 88, and reports to DOTD Program Manager.

Minimum Qualifications
Six years of experience in the development, implementation, or administration of a transportation or safety program; or in engineering, architecture, geography, human resources, financial operations, information technology, risk management, policy planning, or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in the development, implementation, or administration of a transportation or safety program; or in engineering, architecture, geography, human resources, financial operations, information technology, risk management, policy planning, or administrative services; OR

A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in the development, implementation, or administration of a transportation or safety program; or in engineering, architecture, geography, human resources, financial operations, information technology, risk management, policy planning, or administrative services; OR

An advanced degree plus two years of experience in the development, implementation, or administration of a transportation or safety program; or in engineering, architecture, geography, human resources, financial operations, information technology, risk management, policy planning, or administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:

• Review and approve technical safety inspections for 750+ airports and aviation landing facilities.
• Inspect runways, taxiways, lighting, navigation aids, approach clearances, facilities, and potential obstructions affecting public safety.
• Review and approve airport and heliport registration applications and ensure accurate data entry into the National Airspace database.
• Conduct and oversee safety inspections for 250+ emergency service heliports statewide and maintain required 5010 inspection accreditation.
• Review tower construction proposals and provide FAA recommendations regarding navigation impacts and obstruction hazards.
• Develop annual heliport technical reports and legislative reports on helicopter operations and safety.
• Coordinate with FAA officials and state aviation programs to implement standardized airport safety requirements.
• Supervise employees, assign and review work, and conduct performance planning and evaluation sessions.
• Provide aviation safety training and workshops to airport managers, Fixed Base Operators, and industry stakeholders.
• Investigate aircraft accidents, incidents, and aeronautical complaints; support emergency response coordination and public aviation safety communications.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This is a promotional position open to only current permanent classified DOTD employees; and may be filled by detail to special duty.

Compensation: Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Brad Brandt, Deputy Assistant Secretary 3
Aviation, Section 88
(225) 379-3040
Brad.Brandt@la.gov

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
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Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

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Are you a current permanent classified LADOTD employee?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a probational LADOTD employee?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

• Yes
• No

04

If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "N/A".
05

To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LaDOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?
06

Do you have experience in airport and/or heliport safety inspections? Explain.
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Do you have experience working with the Federal Aviation Administration? Explain.
08

Do you have experience in completing 5010 forms? Explain.
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Driving Results - How well do you set goals, stay focused, and follow through-especially when faced with challenges or competing demands?

• I struggle to set direction, miss deadlines, avoid challenges, or resist feedback.
• I set basic goals, make some progress, and accept feedback when supported.
• I set clear goals, stay focused, take ownership of results, and use feedback to improve.
• I set bold goals, lead progress, push through setbacks, and help others learn from challenges.

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Driving Results - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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Following Policies and Procedures - How well do you apply rules, policies, and procedures in your work?

• I struggle to follow rules or apply policies correctly, which can lead to confusion or mistakes.
• I follow rules with support and help correct issues, but I sometimes apply policies inconsistently.
• I apply and explain policies accurately, adapt to routine situations, and help improve procedures.
• I guide others in applying policies, prevent compliance issues, and improve procedures based on experience.

12

Following Policies and Procedures - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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Making Accurate Judgments - How do you make decisions when faced with choices, risks, or limited information?

• I make reactive or delayed decisions and sometimes overlook risks, priorities, or potential bias.
• I try to weigh options but struggle when there's uncertainty, competing priorities, or unclear outcomes.
• I make timely, well-reasoned decisions by using available information, context, and trade-offs.
• I make sound decisions in complex situations, lead others through ambiguity, and adapt as new information emerges.

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Making Accurate Judgments - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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