Airport Manager (Part-time)

The City of Lampasas is accepting applications for a Part-time Airport Manager.

Under supervision of the City Manager, this position is responsible for the operation and management of Lampasas Municipal Airport and for compliance with all applicable FAA, state and local requirements. Must be able to plan, market and initiate long-range goals and promote airport development. Responsible for all necessary and legal actions to safeguard any person, aircraft, equipment or property at the airport. Requires flexibility in work scheduling. Considerable independent judgment and initiative are required with experience in the operation and maintenance of a municipal airport. The Airport Advisory Board, City Council and City Manager provide general direction for programs and objectives for the airport, but the Airport Manager has considerable independence in laying out and directing work.

Starting hourly rate is $19.38, plus partial benefits.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of: FAA regulations affecting general aviation airports, specifically Part 91, familiarization with aviation grants and TXDOT programming, application of airport master plan and capital improvement programs, aviation fuel handling, pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, aviation mechanics.

Skill/Ability to: Communicate both orally and in writing, prepare and administer program budgets, analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, make sound and knowledgeable decisions.

Acceptable experience and training:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or related field is preferred
• or Associates degree or Certification in Aviation Management
• or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certificates and licenses:

• Valid Texas Drivers’ License required
• Pilot’s License preferred

Applicant must be able to pass a background check, physical and drug screening. Applications may be submitted online at

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