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Director of Aviation

Port of Bellingham, WA
Bellingham, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Director of Aviation

Port of Bellingham, WA
Bellingham, Washington United States
Posted: Jan 31, 2025
    Salary: $145,772-$208,246 annually DOQ USD
    Apply By: May 01, 2025

    Full Time

    Aviation or Harbor

    Other


The Port of Bellingham is seeking a Director of Aviation for this Washington State special purpose municipal corporation serving all of Whatcom County (pop. 232,000) approximately 100 miles north of Seattle and 40 miles south of Vancouver, Canada.

The Port is looking for a collaborative and driven leader who will bring a strong operational mindset, exceptional people management skills, ability to integrate departmental cultures, and a hands-on approach to leadership. While direct experience in the aviation industry is not a requirement, the Port values proven expertise in managing complex operations, leading teams, and driving business growth.

THE DIRECTOR OF AVIATION

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Aviation is responsible for the safe, secure, and efficient management of Bellingham International Airport. The Director oversees an operating budget of $8 million, capital budget of $4 million, and a team of 20 FTEs. Direct reports include 2 Airport Operations Managers who supervise 14 Airport Rescue Firefighters, 2 admin assistants, and 2 maintenance technicians.

BELLINGHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Bellingham International Airport (BLI) is an FAA regulated Part 139 primary non-hub commercial air service airport that serves about 500,000 passengers per year. The majority of service is provided by Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Airlines and Horizon Airlines. The 105,000 sq. ft. commercial air passenger and cargo terminal provides related support facilities and ground transportation services. Currently, there are year-round nonstop commercial air flights between Bellingham and Seattle, Las Vegas, Oakland, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, Phoenix-Mesa, the San Juan Islands, and seasonal service to San Diego.


    GMP Consultants


    2067149499

GMP Consultants is a northwest-based public sector executive search firm with a collective 180 years of local government leadership experience.

Salary : $145,772 - $208,246

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