Aviation Manager 14 (Aviation Facility Inspection and Licensing Supervisor)
Apply NowCompany: State of Michigan
Location: Lansing, MI 48911
Description:
Salary: $35.72 - $52.54 Hourly
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 5901-25-AERO-2-AM14-LB
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Job Description
Are you looking for a career that is out of the ordinary? Do you have personal goals to reach new heights? Do you have a passion for public service and its ever-changing landscape? Do you like work that is continuously developing and changing? As the next aviation manager 14 at the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Aeronautics, you'll have the opportunity to provide impactful insight and critical and analytical thinking to this role. This role will directly contribute to enhancing Michigan's aviation system and the team's success. You'll also have the opportunity to work with a team that appreciates dedication and attention to detail as much as you do.
As an aviation manager 14 within the MDOT Office of Aeronautics, your expertise in data analysis, coordination and attention to detail, and problem solving will directly contribute to enhancing the overall program. Your collaborative mindset will be invaluable in troubleshooting issues and ensuring optimal performance. At MDOT, we believe in investing in our team members' growth. You'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development resources, and the chance to expand your skill set in a supportive and stimulating environment. So, take the next step in your career, go the extra mile, and begin your journey with MDOT today.
As the aviation manager 14, you would be responsible for:
Begin your journey with MDOT today!
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Aviation Manager 14 position.
For additional information, please see the links below:
Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
For information on benefits, visit or
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Five years of professional experience as an aviation specialist, airplane pilot, air traffic controller, certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, or professional experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education, inspection or airport planning; three years of professional experience equivalent to an Aviation Specialist P11; two years equivalent to an Aviation Specialist 12; or, one year equivalent to an Aviation Manager 13.
Alternate Education and Experience
Four years of full-time experience as a certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, airplane pilot, or air traffic controller; or, experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education and inspection, or airport planning may be substituted for the education (bachelor's degree) requirement. This is in addition to the experience requirements.
Additional Requirements and Information
To be considered for this position you must:
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
View the entire job specification at:
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Logan Bristol at
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application.Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes.Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?
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AVIAMGR - Do you possess one of the following?A bachelor's degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR at least four years of full-time experience as a certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, airplane pilot, or air traffic controller; OR experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education and inspection, or airport planning.
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AVIAMGR3 - Do you possess at least five years of professional experience as an aviation specialist, airplane pilot, air traffic controller, certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, or professional experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education, inspection or airport planning; or at least three years of professional experience equivalent to an Aviation Specialist 12; or at least two years equivalent to an Aviation Manager 13; or at least one year equivalent to an Aviation Manager 14 or supervising aviation specialists, airplane pilots, air traffic controllers, certified flight instructors, aviation consultants, or equivalent professional supervisory experience in aviation safety, training, education, inspection or airport planning?
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Although not required, do you possess a FAA Private Pilot License or higher?
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If "yes", please list what month & year that was obtained, as well as attach a copy to your application. If not applicable, please indicate N/A.
06
Although not required, do you possess a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot's license?
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If "yes", please list what month & year that was obtained, as well as attach a copy to your application. If not applicable, please indicate N/A.
08
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment.Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?
09
Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.).
10
Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?
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If applicable, did you attach a copy of your official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation? Failure to attach official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.
12
Please select the number of years of supervisory experience you have. (If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise you may be screened out of this hiring process.)
13
Please select the number of years of experience you have working in an airport environment: (If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise you may be screened out of this hiring process.)
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MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)
15
MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?
Required Question
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 5901-25-AERO-2-AM14-LB
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Job Description
Are you looking for a career that is out of the ordinary? Do you have personal goals to reach new heights? Do you have a passion for public service and its ever-changing landscape? Do you like work that is continuously developing and changing? As the next aviation manager 14 at the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Aeronautics, you'll have the opportunity to provide impactful insight and critical and analytical thinking to this role. This role will directly contribute to enhancing Michigan's aviation system and the team's success. You'll also have the opportunity to work with a team that appreciates dedication and attention to detail as much as you do.
As an aviation manager 14 within the MDOT Office of Aeronautics, your expertise in data analysis, coordination and attention to detail, and problem solving will directly contribute to enhancing the overall program. Your collaborative mindset will be invaluable in troubleshooting issues and ensuring optimal performance. At MDOT, we believe in investing in our team members' growth. You'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development resources, and the chance to expand your skill set in a supportive and stimulating environment. So, take the next step in your career, go the extra mile, and begin your journey with MDOT today.
As the aviation manager 14, you would be responsible for:
- Ensuring data collected for aviation facilities are coordinated and completed in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration Order 5010.4, the Michigan Aeronautics Code, and the Michigan Aeronautics Commission Rules, including aviation facility licensing standards.
- Provide direction and oversight to staff activities and practices, determine best practices and ensure sharing of these best practices across the state.
- Identify new methodologies and capitalize on new technology to implement data-driven inspection procedures.
- Utilize expertise to review escalated airport, heliport, helistop and flight school inspection findings determined by aviation specialists.
- Use basic and advanced airport inspection devices, including inclinometers, levels, prisms, and measuring wheels, in addition to uncrewed aerial systems, to collect actionable data aimed at improving the safety and efficiency of Michigan's general aviation airports and heliports.
Begin your journey with MDOT today!
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Aviation Manager 14 position.
For additional information, please see the links below:
Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
For information on benefits, visit or
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Five years of professional experience as an aviation specialist, airplane pilot, air traffic controller, certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, or professional experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education, inspection or airport planning; three years of professional experience equivalent to an Aviation Specialist P11; two years equivalent to an Aviation Specialist 12; or, one year equivalent to an Aviation Manager 13.
Alternate Education and Experience
Four years of full-time experience as a certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, airplane pilot, or air traffic controller; or, experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education and inspection, or airport planning may be substituted for the education (bachelor's degree) requirement. This is in addition to the experience requirements.
Additional Requirements and Information
To be considered for this position you must:
- Possess a valid driver's license
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilots License (Preferred) and/or FAA Private Pilot License or higher (Preferred)
- If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the or the
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
View the entire job specification at:
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Logan Bristol at
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
01
Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application.Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes.Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?
- Yes
- No
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AVIAMGR - Do you possess one of the following?A bachelor's degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR at least four years of full-time experience as a certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, airplane pilot, or air traffic controller; OR experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education and inspection, or airport planning.
- Yes
- No
03
AVIAMGR3 - Do you possess at least five years of professional experience as an aviation specialist, airplane pilot, air traffic controller, certified flight instructor, airport manager, aviation consultant, or professional experience equivalent to aviation safety, training, education, inspection or airport planning; or at least three years of professional experience equivalent to an Aviation Specialist 12; or at least two years equivalent to an Aviation Manager 13; or at least one year equivalent to an Aviation Manager 14 or supervising aviation specialists, airplane pilots, air traffic controllers, certified flight instructors, aviation consultants, or equivalent professional supervisory experience in aviation safety, training, education, inspection or airport planning?
- Yes
- No
04
Although not required, do you possess a FAA Private Pilot License or higher?
- Yes
- No
05
If "yes", please list what month & year that was obtained, as well as attach a copy to your application. If not applicable, please indicate N/A.
06
Although not required, do you possess a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot's license?
- Yes
- No
07
If "yes", please list what month & year that was obtained, as well as attach a copy to your application. If not applicable, please indicate N/A.
08
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment.Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
09
Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.).
- Yes
- No
10
Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?
- Yes
- No
11
If applicable, did you attach a copy of your official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation? Failure to attach official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.
- Yes
- No
- Not applicable
12
Please select the number of years of supervisory experience you have. (If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise you may be screened out of this hiring process.)
- More than 5 years
- 3-5 years
- 1-3 years
- Less than 1 year
- No experience
13
Please select the number of years of experience you have working in an airport environment: (If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise you may be screened out of this hiring process.)
- More than 5 years
- 3-5 years
- 1-3 years
- Less than 1 year
- No experience
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MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)
- State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com
- College/University Career Services Office or website
- Indeed
- Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder)
- Michigan Works! Agency
- Career Fair
- GovDelivery
- Billboard
- Employee Referral
- Veterans Organization
- Government Jobs
- Diversity Jobs
- recruitics
- ZipRecruiter
- Other
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MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?
- MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program
- MDOT TRAC Program
- MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program
- Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship
- MI Construction Career Days
- National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI)
- Other
- N/A
- MDOT Capstone Internship
Required Question