Albuquerque Aviation Dpt. Aviation Director

Airport Minority Advisory Council

Job Location:

Albuquerque, NM - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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The Albuquerque Aviation Department is seeking an Aviation Director to serve as the chief executive responsible for the leadership management and long-term development of the Citys Aviation Department. Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer this at-will executive role provides strategic direction across airport operations planning finance and stakeholder relations to ensure a safe efficient and economically sound airport system that supports regional and statewide growth. The department operates two municipal airports: Albuquerque International Sunport a medium-hub commercial service airport and the largest multimodal facility in New Mexico and Double Eagle II Airport a key general aviation facility serving the Albuquerque region.

The Aviation Director leads an organization with approximately 293 full-time employees and an annual operating budget of $68 million. The role balances dayto-day operational oversight with long-range planning capital development and regulatory compliance. As the public face of the airport system the Director represents the City in local regional and national forums while maintaining strong partnerships with airlines tenants federal agencies military partners and the community.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead safe secure and efficient airport operations across airfield terminal and landside functions

Set strategic direction through master planning capital programming and long-term development initiatives

Direct operating and capital budgets while overseeing financial stewardship and fiscal accountability

Ensure compliance with FAA TSA and applicable federal state and local regulations

Oversee leases contracts and relationships with airlines tenants and business partners

Guide capital projects to deliver scope schedule and budget objectives

Advance sustainability environmental stewardship and noise compatibility programs

Serve as primary liaison with government agencies media and key stakeholders

Lead emergency preparedness response and crisis communication efforts

Foster a high-quality customer-focused airport experience across all passenger services

Required Qualifications

Candidates should possess extensive executive-level aviation leadership experience and hold Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) certification or the ability to obtain equivalent accreditation. A valid New Mexico Drivers License and the ability to secure a City Operators Permit within six months of hire are required.

Salary & Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is negotiable and is accompanied by a generous benefits package. For instructions on how to apply please click here to see the recruitment brochure or visit the searches tab at .

Filing Deadline: March 15 2026

Required Experience:

Director

DO NOT APPLY HERE PLEASE USE LINK BELOW TO APPLY- The Albuquerque Aviation Department is seeking an Aviation Director to serve as the chief executive responsible for the leadership management and long-term development of the Citys Aviation Department. Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer this...