Aviation Management Director

City and County of San Francisco

. Lead SFO-wide airline and space-tenant programs .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $200,538 - $255,996 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing airline and space-tenant programs, including lease negotiations, compliance enforcement, and operational strategy development. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize space allocation, and drive revenue-generating initiatives within an airport environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Lease NegotiationSpace Allocation StrategyInfrastructure ManagementTeam LeadershipStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Lease Agreement NegotiationProperty ManagementFacility Design CoordinationOperational Needs AssessmentRevenue Generation StrategiesRight-of-Way Agreement DevelopmentAirport Rules and Regulations ComplianceBusiness DevelopmentPerformance ManagementPolicy Development

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsCoaching and DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Airport Space Request System

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Customs Access SealFBI FingerprintingCriminal History Record CheckTSA Security Threat Assessment

Industry Keywords

Airline-Airport Lease AgreementsTenant ComplianceOperational DirectionFacility Space OptimizationPublic and Employee Parking Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead SFO-wide airline and space-tenant programs
Set strategy, policy, and operational direction for terminal, gate, and facility space allocation and optimization
Enforce tenant compliance with lease requirements, Airport Rules and Regulations, and applicable policies
Direct complex lease negotiations, landlord relations, and property management activities
Develop and implement tenant space programs coordinating facility design, leasing requirements, operational needs, and stakeholder priorities
Oversee the Airport Space Request System and establish space-allocation priorities and business processes
Lead aviation and land-use business development opportunities and revenue-generating initiatives
Negotiate acquisition of property required for aviation use with City stakeholders
Develop and administer right-of-way agreements, permits, and related property agreements
Advise executive management on commercial agreements, property utilization, Airport development, and revenue-generation strategies
Oversee public and employee parking operations
Lead, develop, coach, and manage direct reports, including performance reviews and performance issues
Manage policies, procedures, compliance, and governance related to space use and allocation
Perform other functions outlined in the 0941 Manager VI job classification

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Four years of managerial experience in a supervisory capacity
Four years of infrastructure management experience within a large organization
Qualifying experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis for up to two years
Master’s degree may substitute for up to one year of required experience
Ability to meet minimum qualifications by the final filing date
Ability to successfully complete FBI fingerprinting, criminal history record check, and TSA Security Threat Assessment
Ability to undergo drug/alcohol screening if required
Ability to qualify for, acquire, and maintain a U.S. Customs Access Seal for unescorted access to the SFO U.S. Customs Security Area
Experience in airline-airport lease and use agreement negotiation
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Ability to work with a variety of audiences and stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
Civil service examination and eligible-list process
Potential TSA Security Clearance and Customs Access Seal eligibility for airport employment