Airport Planning & Development, Assistant Director- Asset Management

Salary range: $107,271-$153,076

Posting expires: December 3, 2026

General Description and Classification Standards

Under the Planning & Development Bureau, Asset Management Division, this position will provide direct support to the Director of Asset Management. This position will provide assistance in carrying out the division’s goals and objectives specific to strategically and sustainably managing Airport assets. Engages in the day-to-day execution of assigned work, strategic planning, data management, performance monitoring and reporting. Areas of focus will be within Asset Management, Facilities Management, Utilities Management and Program Management for all construction projects.

Supervision Received

This position requires work to be completed independently with minimum supervision. Direction received focuses on strategic objectives and is typically collaborative in nature. This position assists in carrying out the direction set forth within the division and would be considered “upper-middle” management.

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Airport Management or related area
- Five (5) years of work experience in Airport Management or Airport Consulting or similar area.

Preferred Education & Experience

- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Architecture, Engineering, Finance & Accounting, Airport Management or related field.
- 6+ years of substantial work experience in Asset Management, preferred focus in the transportation/aviation sector.
- Demonstrated experience in Asset Management Programming and understanding ISO55001 Standards.
- Understanding of Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Framework and IAM Certified.

Licensures and Certifications

One or more of the following certifications are preferred:

Institute of Asset Management (IAM) Certificate or Diploma,

Facility Management Professional (FMP),

Certified Facility Manager (CFM),

American Association of Airport Executive (CM or AAE), or Project Management Professional (PMP) credentials.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

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