JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

General Manager of Airport Operations- O’HARE

Department of Aviation

CDA – Facilities Section

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $112,440/ANNUALLY (BX-22)

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 9/17/2025

Under direction, the class is managerial in nature planning and directing the operations of a functional area at O’Hare International Airport or Midway International Airport, and performs related duties as required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Directs, oversees, and coordinates skilled trades personnel across disciplines and management staff engaged in various phases of construction, repair, and maintenance work. Works with senior staff and design staff in planning, scheduling, and managing large scale in-house projects relating to the airport's infrastructure. Confers with professional engineers and architects for remodeling or remodeling projects requiring design services, construction drawings, or specifications or specialized work. Reviews and evaluates the work performance of supervisory personnel, recommending disciplinary action when needed. Coordinates and participates in human resources activities (e.g., interviewing, employee relations).

Directs and monitors training programs for Skilled Trades staff to ensure adherence with FAA regulations and department work requirements. Establishes, develops, and participates in operational budgeting process, including financial reports and the tracking of expenditures. Reviews work summaries submitted by supervisory staff and generates comprehensive activity reports. Serves as a liaison with airport tenants and responds to inquiries regarding the status of repairs and maintenance issues. Represents the department at meetings with federal, state, and local agencies. Manage and monitor airport OM contracts, contractor performance, and participate in contract scope development, and provide feedback to contract supervisor as a Subject Matter Expert. Authorizes and approves the requisitioning of work materials, supplies, and equipment to complete work projects, monitors overtime; monitors progress and ensures projects remain within budget. Directs and monitors training programs for staff. Performs other job-related duties as required.

NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class

Location: CDA Facilities Section

11601 w. Touhy Ave, BLD #891

Chicago, IL 60666

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 7:00AM – 3:00PM

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

NOTE: The candidate(s) selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).