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411011.Senior Manager Airspace and Land Use Planning

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Salary$135k – $137k
LocationTampa, FL
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience6+ yrs
DepartmentPlanning
Company size14+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field
Six (6) years experience in airport land use planning and airspace planning
Must possess a valid Florida Driver License
Knowledge of airport planning and operations
Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to airport development and airspace regulations
Knowledge of CAD and GIS standards and practices
Experience using CAD and GIS for airspace and land use planning functions
Knowledge of height zoning regulations and their implications for airport development and airspace management
Skill in project management methodologies, including budgeting, scheduling, monitoring, and risk management
Knowledge of contract administration, including preparation, review, and enforcement of planning, architectural, engineering, and construction contract documents
Knowledge of budget-setting, monitoring, and financial reporting processes related to airport development projects
Skill in analytical and critical thinking to identify issues, develop solutions, and make informed decisions under pressure
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside the Authority
Ability to handle restricted, sensitive, and confidential information
Ability to provide outstanding customer service, serve the public, and represent the Authority with courtesy and professionalism
Ten (10) years of experience in airport land use planning and airspace planning
Master's Degree in Aviation Management, Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field
Skills
GIS
CAD
About the role
Under the general direction of the Director of Planning, the Senior Manager of Airspace and Land Use Planning is responsible for overseeing and updating, as necessary, all airspace surfaces within Hillsborough County, as well as managing land use planning, height zoning, and development permit reviews for projects within Hillsborough County and at the Authority’s four airports. This position ensures that comprehensive plans are aligned with the authority’s strategic plan, Height Zoning Regulations and are consistent with applicable City and County plans.
COMPENSATION: $134,807 - $136,662 based on experience
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
· Ensures that projects for the four airports and related studies are produced in a manner that meets authority goals, level of service standards, performance measures and program needs.
· Responsible for conducting Part77/TERPS airspace analyses for projects on- and off-airport property and providing technical support related to airspace planning for general aviation airport master plan/ALP updates.
· Responsible for leading and managing the Authority’s Height Zoning permitting process for projects on- and off-airport property.
· Manages and maintains the GIS height zoning database.
· Produce or supervise the development of inter-local agreements, height zoning regulation updates, FAA reimbursable agreements, regulations, reports or technical memorandums regarding navigational aids, on- and off-airport land use plans and others.
· Conduct reviews of City and County comprehensive plans, site plans, lan use amendments, rezoning petitions, DRI/amendments, special use permits, Project Development Environmental (PDE) studies, new school sites for compatibility with Authority’s airports.
· Adheres to all safety protocols and regulations while performing tasks to ensure a safe working environment, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and reporting potential hazards.
· Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position.
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The
employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary.
COMPETENCIES
· Resilience: Maintains performance and self-control under pressure or adversity. Views challenges as learning opportunities. Maintains confidence and clarify despite unforeseen circumstances.
· Organizational Ownership: Being accountable for the results of your actions. Effectively leading a team of collaborators. Proactively solving problems, improving processes without being asked, taking on challenging projects and creating and implementing innovative solutions.
· Decisiveness: Thinking outside the box; taking appropriate risk when getting things done with resources available; Developing new ways to solve problems and achieve results.
· Teamwork: The ability to function effectively within a team, contributing positively to collaborative efforts and achieving shared goals by demonstrating communication, collaboration, active listening, conflict resolution, and adaptability to different perspectives while respecting the roles and contributions of others. At times takes lead and positively influences others.
REQUIRED FOR ALL HCAA JOBS
· In the event of an emergency or disaster that impacts the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA), an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department or the HCAA Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Such assignments may be before, during, or after the emergency/disaster.
· Complies with all HCAA Policies, Standard Procedures, Rules and Regulations, and Operating Directives.
QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS)
· Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field.
· Six (6) years experience in airport land use planning and airspace planning.
· Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
· Must possess a valid Florida Driver License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Ten (10) years of experience in airport land use planning and airspace planning.
· Master’s Degree in Aviation Management, Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related
field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
· Knowledge of airport planning and operations.
· Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to airport development and airspace regulations.
· Knowledge of CAD and GIS standards and practices.
· Experience using CAD and GIS for airspace and land use planning functions.
· Knowledge of height zoning regulations and their implications for airport development and airspace management.
· Skill in project management methodologies, including budgeting, scheduling, monitoring, and risk management.
· Knowledge of contract administration, including preparation, review, and enforcement of planning, architectural, engineering, and construction contract documents.
· Knowledge of budget-setting, monitoring, and financial reporting processes related to airport development projects.
· Skill in analytical and critical thinking to identify issues, develop solutions, and make informed decisions under pressure.
· Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside the Authority.
· Ability to handle restricted, sensitive, and confidential information.
· Ability to provide outstanding customer service, serve the public, and represent the Authority with courtesy and professionalism.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
· Frequent sitting, standing & walking
· Constant typing
· Occasional use of car/light truck
The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport provides equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership, or non-membership in an employee organization, or based on personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.
The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application, testing and hiring process.
The decision to grant reasonable accommodation requests will be made case-by-case.