Aviation Administrator - Commercial Development

Aviation Administrator - Commercial Development

Salary

$94,700.58 - $144,524.90 Annually

Location

9800 AIRPORT BLVD SAN ANTONIO, 78216, TX

Job Type

4C Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00060

Department

Aviation

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

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Job Summary

Under administrative direction, is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and overseeing the commercial development division within the Aviation and Stinson Municipal Airport. Areas of responsibility include, but not limited to, strategic planning, fiscal planning including aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenue growth, budget development, business development, information technology, traveler experience, and team training and development. Interprets, formulates, and implements policies and procedures. 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

San Antonio International Airport, 9800 Airport Blvd., San Antonio, Texas 78216

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Formulation of direction and strategy for property management, leasing, acquisitions, Land Use, and other key strategic areas of the Aviation Department and delivery of departmental performance. This includes negotiation, preparation, monitoring and renewal of Airport leases, permits, concession agreements, operating agreements, and other business arrangements.
• Plans and directs the administrative operations of the Aviation department, to include, but not limited to, procurement, information technology, business administration, leasing, lease negotiations, contract management, and general administration.
• Recommends and assists in the implementation of revenue growth strategy goals and objectives with a focus on generating new revenue; establishes schedules and methods for providing effective services.
• Directs the Aviation departments customer service initiatives and programs specifically related to concessions, rental cars, advertising, terminal business opportunities and other revenue-generating activities, to include executing new initiatives to improve the traveler experience.
• Oversees Stinson Municipal Airport concessions contractual operations and commercial development.
• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies.
• Serves as liaison between the Aviation Director and Deputy Director, other City departments, the City Managers office, City Council, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves significant issues.
• Prepares the Aviation Director and Deputy Director for presentations, speeches, and official appearances.
• Ensures alignment with Aviations organizational goals.
• Providing division leadership requires communicating by using a variety of methods with staff, the public, consultants, tenants, government entities, and departments.
• Oversees the Aviation departments strategic commercial development planning program and strategic workforce planning, to include employee engagement and change management practices and policies as it relates to properties, concessions, and airline affairs.
• Provides financial management of the airport system's commercial business activities, including internal and external financial accounting and planning, forecasting and budget development, and performance measure and analysis of aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenue streams.
• Provides public and tenant relations and marketing strategies, public and tenant engagement, and outreach and customer surveys and data collection review and analysis.
• Leads the development and implementation of commercial business elements within the Aviation employee training and development program, the San Antonio Airport System (SAAS) University, and all its associated initiatives and programs.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
• Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible professional experience with airport operations and development or directly related experience, including four (4) years of supervisory experience.
• Must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records check upon employment.
• Must maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.
• Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Real Estate, Architecture/Engineering, or a related field.
• 10 years of economic development ore commercial real estate development experience.
• 10 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Extensive knowledge of property development practices at major airports, specifically in the San Antonio area.
• Familiarity with land and building values, costs, and commercial/industrial development trends.

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 principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of strategic planning, organizational, and employee development.
• Knowledge of principles and practices related to customer service.
• Knowledge of budget, finance, and economic principles and practices.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of airport operations management.
• Skill in utilizing office equipment and relevant software programs.
• Ability to interpret, explain and apply City and departmental policies.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City officials and the general public.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are in an office environment.

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:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

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.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

How many years of increasingly responsible professional experience do you have with airport operations and development or directly related experience?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years
• 11 years
• 12 years
• 13 years
• 14 years
• 15 years
• 16 years +

06

How many years of supervisory experience do you have with airport operations and development or directly related experience?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

07

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you currently hold or are y an active you working toward a C.M. or AAE designation?

• Yes, I currently hold
• Currently in Progress
• No, I do not hold/not in progress

09

How many years of progressive leadership experience do you have in airports, transportation, infrastructure, economic development, commercial real estate, tourism, hospitality, or venue management?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years
• 11 years
• 12 years
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• 14 years
• 15 years +

10

How many employees have you managed or supervised, either directly or indirectly?

• None
• 10 or less
• 10 - 20
• 30 - 50
• 50 or more

11

If you have directly led the negotiation of leases, concession agreements, or other commercial contracts, what was the approximate annual value of the largest portfolio you managed?

• No experience
• $500 thousand or less
• $1 million
• $3 million
• $5 million
• More than $5 million

12

Have you worked in a public-sector or governmental environment (council or board approvals, public procurement)?

• Yes
• No

13

Describe a revenue-generating agreement you negotiated. What was the deal structure and what was your role, how did you analyze the financial benefit, and what was the outcome? If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."

14

What do you see as the most significant commercial or non-aeronautical revenue opportunity for a medium hub airport, and why?

15

I acknowledge that 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.

• I acknowledge

16

I acknowledge for this position I must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: 1) Felony Convictions, 2) Felony Deferred Adjudication, 3) Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, 4) Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, 5) Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and 5) Family Violence Convictions.

• I acknowledge

17

I acknowledge that I must maintain federally mandated security clearance required to work at an airport at all times.

• I acknowledge

18

I acknowledge that I must pass and maintain the yearly Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment and a Criminal History Records Check upon employment. I further understand that if the Department receives any negative information on my background that prohibits me from meeting requirements for the position, my employment will be terminated and I will be compensated for the hours worked.

• I acknowledge

19

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx