TLMA Regional Office Manager - Aviation Division

The Aviation Division within the County of Riverside's Transportation and Land Management Agency (TLMA) is seeking a TLMA Regional Office Manager.

The TLMA Regional Office Manager reports to the Director of Airports and is responsible for providing administrative supervision and support to paraprofessional, technical, and clerical staff engaged in airport operations, airport planning, airport construction, field inspections, and airport repairs and maintenance.

Other duties include maintaining strong communication and coordination with all appropriate division and county managers; evaluating development plans; providing information to the public; enforcing county rules and regulations for the use of county airports; and coordinating the use of airport property.

Additional responsibilities include writing or supervising the writing of leases, requests for proposals (RFPs), and conditions of approval.

Competitive applicants will possess:

• A bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of experience in the aviation industry.
• Understanding of the aviation industry, including regulations and trends.
• Knowledge of different types of airport operations, and aviation services.
• Strong networking skills to build relationships with aviation businesses, industry professionals, and relevant stakeholders.
• Research skills to identify potential aviation businesses that align with the goals of County airports.
• Analytical skills to assess market trends, competitor activities, and opportunities for collaboration.
• Negotiation skills to reach mutually beneficial agreements and partnerships.
• Ability to create compelling presentations and proposals to showcase the value proposition for aviation businesses.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges and find innovative solutions.
• Adaptability to changing circumstances and the ability to pivot strategies as needed.
• Understanding of financial concepts related to aviation businesses, such as revenue models, cost structures, and return on investment.
• Genuine enthusiasm and passion for aviation, which can be conveyed to potential partners.
• Knowledge of FAA Airport Compliance Manual 5190.6b and FAA Grant Assurances.
• Experience with real estate contracts, property management, and facilities management as well as tenant compliance.
• Excellent planning, organization and written communication skills.

Meet the Team!

The County of Riverside Transportation & Land Management Agency (TLMA) is the umbrella agency for multiple county departments, as well as a few distinct TLMA divisions/departments.

The departments include: the Transportation, Planning, Building and Safety, and Code Enforcement Departments, the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC), the Aviation Division, and TLMA Agency Administration.

The portfolio's departments are focused on infrastructure, facilities, and critical services, which are essential to the quality of l...