Airport Operations Administrator - Denver International Airport

About Our Job We are looking to hire our next Airport Operations Administrator to join the DEN team! With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join DEN's diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 37,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. What We Offer The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The starting target salary range for this position is $68,773.00 to $91,000. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: Competitive medical, dental and vision plan effective within 1 month of start date Pension Plan (DERP) and Retirement Plan Accrue 140 hours of PTO within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year Short-Term and Long-Term Disability CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides) Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources And so much more!!! Who We Are and What Youll Do Denver International Airport (DEN) is one of the busiest airports in the world and a major global aviation hub. Airport Operations plays a central role in keeping DEN safe, secure, compliant, prepared, and moving every day. The division supports regulatory compliance and passenger, aircraft, and product movement across the airport through Airside Operations, Terminal Operations, Airport Security, Emergency Management and Communications, Ramp Tower, Operations Administration, and close coordination with airport safety, maintenance, technical operations, airlines, federal partners, public safety agencies, contractors, and tenants. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We celebrate individuality and strive to keep Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) at the center of all that we do. This role performs a variety of specific administrative activities/projects of limited scope specialized, in Airport Operations which requires a thorough foundation in the principles and practices of the Airport Operations to maintain and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Division and provide supportive, interpretive, and advisory information to higher level administrators, managers, and/or other stakeholders. Responsibilities and duties of the position may include, but are not limited to, the following: Conducts studies and/or research projects within the scope of the functional area, prepares comprehensive reports that reflect findings and conclusions, recommends feasible solutions in areas that require attention or change, and implements approved recommendations. Implements procedures for evaluating effectiveness of the functional area, ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, and assists in establishing processes and controls to ensure compliance. Assists in the development and processing of contracts including participating in drafting RFP for contracts, evaluating proposals, and administering contracts for compliance and expenditures. Assists in the development and implementation of the budget and approves expenditures. Performs some or all the elements of supervision or lead work including work planning, instruction, and review, handling grievances and disciplinary actions, hiring and dismissing employees, and evaluating employee performance. Serves as technical representative for the department. Create, edit, and coordinate public presentations. Internal and external event management planning and support. Organize, manage, and book department travel. Organize, manage, and schedule interviews for the department. Manage and coordinate new employee onboarding. Location and Schedule Monday Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm MST Options for hybrid work. At times mandatory in office will be required. All scheduling is subject to adjustment and is based on operational needs. What You'll Bring We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level. Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics: Two or more years administratively supporting a manager or director. Experience with process improvement, evaluation of effectiveness and implementation of policies or procedures. Experience with budgeting principles and practices sufficient to be able to assume budgetary responsibilities as required. Experience with various types of contracts, techniques for contracting or procurement, and contract negotiation and administration. Experience with planning, coordination, and execution of business functions, resource allocation, and production. Previous experience organizing and executing events for internal and external stakeholders. Experience coordinating, booking, and reconciling travel for a manager or director Required Minimum Qualifications We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field based on a specific position(s). Experience: Three (3) years experience performing full performance professional level duties within a specialized, functional area. (This does not include clerical experience.) Education or Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements. Licensures/Certification(s): must obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) clearance within the probationary period. FBI Background Check FBI criminal background checks are required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required. Shift Work/Emergency Duties Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If staffing challenges arise, weather conditions warrant, or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees will be required to work extended hours and/or alternative shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays). About DEN Since opening on Feb. 28, 1995, Denver International Airport (DEN) has become one of the worlds busiest airports. In 2025, 82,427,962 passengers passed through DEN, making DEN 4th busiest airport in the U.S. and the worlds 10th busiest airport. DEN is Colorados primary economic engine, generating $47.2 billion in annual economic impact for the state. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and strive to keep Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility (EDIA) at the center of all that we do. Application Deadline To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab): Resume Cover Letter preferred, not required This position is expected to stay open until 8/3. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 11:59pm on 8/2 to ensure consideration. Internal Candidates Only: Please note that probationary employees are not eligible to apply for open positions until theyve successfully passed probation. Please only apply if you have already passed the probation. About Everything Else Job Profile CA2307 Administrator I To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Unlimited Position Salary Range $68,773.00 - $113,476.00 Target Pay $68,773.00 to $91,000; Based on Career Service Rules, Education, and Experience. Agency Denver International Airport Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days notice. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish. With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Your journey starts right here. #SeeYourselfHere Never miss Denver Jobssign up for job alerts now!