Assistant to the Airport Manager

The purpose of this job is to support the Airport Manager with assigned tasks and serve as a resource for division\-wide matters. Participates in the development and administration of departmental budgets. Oversees special projects, including grant administration, accreditation, researching and developing reports, capital improvement planning, and serving as liaison to outside agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities \- The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job\-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Administers Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Missouri Dept of Transportation (MoDOT) grant agreements, reimbursement requests, and grant\-related expenditures.
• Prepares billings for airport tenants, aircraft charter landing fees, and ID badges.
• Prepares and monitors airport division budget.
• Coordinates Airport Advisory Board meetings; adheres to legal requirements and guidelines.
• Drafts council memos and reports, prepares attachments, and creates files for agenda.
• Arranges travel and processes expenses.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory authority. Work may require providing guidance and training to others.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact \- This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction

• Interactions may result in decisions regarding the implementation of policies. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions with the public requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.
• Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility

• Position has moderate fiscal responsibility.
• May be responsible for managing division budget, billing, accounting of funds, and/or handling and balancing of cash.

Education and Experience \- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree or 2 years of college.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in administrative support, customer service, and/or records/fiscal administration.

Licenses or Certifications

• None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all\-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

• Relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), and the City Code of Ordinances.
• Generally accepted accounting procedures and principles; financial record\-keeping practices, inventory control methods, policies, and guidelines.
• Grant and contract administration processes and procedures.
• Basic business English usage, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Common business software applications such as Google Suite and Microsoft Office, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Skill in:

• Typing and/or data entry with minimal errors.
• Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience
• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data.
• Conducting research.
• Project management.
• Maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exercising sound judgment in making critical decisions.

Ability to:

• Maintain attention to detail
• Update and maintain accurate records
• Learn and retain applicable rules, regulations, and department procedures.
• Prioritize with sound judgement, managing multiple projects with overlapping and competing deadlines.
• Create and present reports.
• Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Provide high levels of effective customer service.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Regularly use a computer, software, phone, and related office equipment.
• Focus on tasks.

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

Work Environment:

• Office or similar indoor environment – Frequently or Often
• Vehicle – Sometimes

Exposures:

• Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes
• Communicable diseases – Sometimes
• Fumes or airborne particles – Sometimes
• Loud noises (85\+ decibels, such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) – Sometimes

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position is relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards and is generally sedentary.
• Incumbents may be required to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Hours/Days

Monday\-Friday

8:00\-5:00

Starting Salary $28\.65/hr.\-$35\.25/hr. minimum\-midpoint; Commensurate on training and experience

Pay Grade 109

Number of Positions Available 1

Deadline to Apply 02/26/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Notice to Applicants

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573\.874\.CITY (2489\)

TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

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