Airport Duty Manager - Portland International Airport (PDX)

Join our dynamic team at the Portland International Airport, a leading organization committed to excellence in airport operations.

• Act as a direct representative of senior management in Airport Operations:
  • Ensure 24/7 oversight of the airside, terminal and landside/airport access systems for matters of safety, security, efficiency, and customer service.
  • Responsible for providing leadership, coaching, and supervision; establishing priorities, and providing work direction to Airport Operations Specialist (AOS) staff.
  • Manage AOS schedules, timecards, payroll, vacation and leave, and Procurement Card reconciliation.
  • Provide direction and leadership to the Parking Control Representatives, when necessary and during other than normal duty hours, at the direction of the Landside Operations Manager.
• Evaluate and implement planned and unplanned airside, terminal and landside/airport access closures and/or restrictions:
  • Evaluate conditions, coordinate activities, and make independent decisions to minimize impacts resulting from emergencies, weather problems, construction and maintenance, or other irregular situations.
  • Coordinate and communicate with Port departments, contractors, tenants, and federal agencies to facilitate aircraft/passenger movement and aircraft parking during fog, inclement weather, or other irregular airline operations.
• Act as primary point of contact for evaluating and addressing unusual airside, terminal, or landside/airport access issues when management staff is not available:
  • Liaison between Port departments, system users, and governmental agencies (i.e., Federal Aviation Administration, Transportation Security Administration, and Customs and Border Protection) to advise and address changing airport conditions.
  • Coordinate with PDX Maintenance, Engineering project teams, airlines, and tenants to mitigate operational impacts of maintenance repair work or construction activities on airside, terminal, or landside/airport access operations.
  • Serve in Airport Operations Specialist (AOS) capacity in airside, landside/airport access and terminal when circumstances require.
  • Publish daily construction log of activity on airfield and terminal.
• Maintain the FAR Part 139 self-inspection program:
  • Provide direction to AOS staff for the complete inspection of the airfield in compliance with FARs, Port Ordinances and airport rules and regulations.
  • Ensure the airfield, terminal and landside/airport access are in compliance with federally-mandated security regulations.
  • Coordinate with Environmental staff to research and implement control measures to reduce wildlife/bird strike hazards.
• Provide emergency management and incident command staffing when needed:
  • Implement public and operational safety programs for PDX to include federal safety/security regulations and state/local ordinances including, but not limited to, Port Ordinances 450-R and 451-R.
  • Serve as the lead person for VEOCI and information management during irregular/emergency operations.
  • Write and issue Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) and Aeronautical Radio, Inc. (ARINC) messages for PDX (and general aviation airports as required).
  • Communicate directly with aviation management with real-time information of situations and conditions affecting the operation of the airport.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in aviation, business, or related field is preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience managing a team in a highly regulated environment, applying directive or regulatory requirements within a dynamic operational environment is required.
• Direct experience with FAR Part 139 and TSR 1542 is preferred.
• Working knowledge of one or more of the following is preferred:
  • Airfield operations management principles/practices;
  • Air terminal operations;
  • Landside/airport access operations including parking ground transportation and bussing operations;
  • Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), safety, and security including FAR Parts 139, 77; Transportation Security Regulations (TSR) 1542.
• Maintain a valid state drivers' license is required.
• Must successfully pass and maintain clearance of a comprehensive Criminal History Records Check and a Security Threat Assessment for a PDX Security Badge, are required.

• Skilled at communicating effectively and building key partnerships to influence, inspire and motivate others.
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and a passion for being inclusive.
• Focus on safety. improvements, and comply with safety and health policies and procedures.
• Proven team player that shows the utmost respect for others.
• Leadership.
• Customer service delivery.
• Effective problem-solving, while applying complex regulations and procedures under high-pressure circumstances.
• Act independently in creating operational plans and resolving operational impacts.
• Safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle in the airfield environment.
• Evaluate, report, and communicate to colleagues and Senior Managers of Airport Operations any operational plans and operational impacts resolutions.

SELECTION PROCESS (tentative schedule):

1. A minimum qualification evaluation of education, training, and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources the week of January 22, 2026.
   
   
2. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials including any responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
   
   
3. Our goal is to schedule virtual interviews with candidates that successfully passed the SME evaluation step on February 4, 2026.

About us:

At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have - our three airports, three working marine terminals, six business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them - to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone's life better. And we'll use our power and influence to unlock new opportunities and ensure more people share in our region's success. With YOUR help - together with our partners, customers, and community - we'll help drive meaningful change!

Do you have questions about this job?

Contact us: careers@portofportland.com

Safety: The Port promotes safety as a Core value and we seek to eliminate harm through a culture of active prevention, curiosity, evaluation, and action. We comply with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently look for improvements that support operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veteran's preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 503-415-6690 or email careers@portofportland.com.