2025 CLT Airport Operations Director â Emergency Services
2025 CLT Airport Operations Director â Emergency Services
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Job Description
Overview
The Airport Operations Director Emergency Services is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of all emergencyrelated operations at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). This role manages Emergency Management Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Law Enforcement support the Airport Operations Center (AOC) and the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP). The position ensures regulatory compliance stakeholder readiness and coordinated response aligned with National Incident Management System (NIMS) standards.
Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) including updates regulatory compliance and all required drills and exercises.
- Lead the Airports Emergency Management program and coordinate training and preparedness with internal and external partners.
- Direct and manage the Airport Operations Center (AOC) to meet evolving operational demands.
- Serve as primary liaison to emergency response agencies (CMPD MEDIC CFD); oversee contracts budgets audits and performance metrics.
- Ensure compliance with NIMS protocols and manage effective response during incidents or emergencies.
- Lead the Airports Safety program promoting a proactive and collaborative safety culture.
- Supervise staff develop succession plans and ensure continuous performance development.
- Manage emergencyrelated budget planning and resource allocation.
- Participate in continuity of operations and operational readiness activities.
Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Masters degree and five (5) years of experience; OR
- Bachelors degree and seven (7) years of experience.
- Related fields include airport operations emergency management public safety or EMS.
- Must include at least three (3) years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in emergency management (CEM NIMS or equivalent).
- Experience with federal regulatory agencies (FEMA FAA TSA).
- Prior experience managing largescale emergency preparedness programs at a commercial airport.
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Director
Employment Type
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