Open Positions

The Tampa International Airport (TPA) seeks an experienced and dedicated Assistant General Counsel to join our legal team. Under the general direction of the Executive Vice President/General Counsel, this role is pivotal in supporting the legal functions of the Authority. The successful candidate will undertake a diverse range of responsibilities, including but not limited to conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, and providing legal guidance to staff. This position also involves representing the Authority in various meetings, hearings and proceedings, as well as reviewing complex contracts and agreements, including airline agreements, concession/commercial development agreements, rental car and ground transportation agreements, land acquisition and ground leases, easements, licenses, construction and consultant agreements, interlocal agreements, and leases of airport facilities.  This position requires proficiency in negotiation techniques and the ability to develop and implement legal strategies.

Additionally, the Assistant General Counsel will assist in-house and contracted lobbyists with legislative drafting and interpretation, ensuring that all contracts and agreements comply with relevant federal, state, and local regulations and operating directives. Familiarity with the Florida Public Records Act and Florida Sunshine Law is highly desirable. Familiarity with employment law and workers compensation is as desirable.  The ideal candidate will actively participate in local, state, national, and international bar associations and/or industry trade groups to stay abreast of developments in aviation law and legal practices.

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Reporting to the Senior Manager of Terminal Operations and Ground Transportation, the Airport Duty Manager oversees and proactively leads the day-to-day safety, security, and efficiency of operations at TPA and establishes strategic direction to prepare, mitigate, respond, and recover from incidents or emergencies that could potentially interrupt business operations. The Airport Duty Manager evaluates any incidents and escalates through the Executive Management if required, initiating the TPA Emergency Response Plans with little to no guidance. The Airport Duty Manager will be responsible for all forward planning operations for TPA and ensuring the successful proactive management of the operation focused on safety, security, customer service, and efficiency. Any issues identified should be proactively addressed/mitigated with little to no guidance from senior airport leadership. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership acumen, exceptional attention to detail, ability to multitask, coach/counsel and train, build bridges, and be a consummate relationship builder, forward thinker, and crisis leader.

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Under the general direction of the Director of Airfield Operations and Emergency Management, the Senior Manager, Airport Operations Center manages the Airport's 24/7/365 operations and communications center which serves as the central point of contact for all calls, including emergency calls. The operations center is responsible for proactive management and leadership of airport systems, customer processing and movement, emergency management, and 911 Public Safety (Police, Fire, EMS) calls as well as calls relating to all critical airport systems including elevators, escalators and shuttles.  This position is responsible for managing a staff of managers and a team of 30+ dispatchers on rotating shifts. Strong, proven people leadership is a must in this role.  In addition to the leadership responsibilities this role is also responsible for planning, budgeting, coordinating, and controlling personnel, material, and physical resources to achieve operational and organizational objectives and ensuring all safety and regulatory compliance to FDLE, CJIS, and any other applicable requirement.

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The Airport Emergency Operations Manager at Tampa International Airport (TPA) is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing the emergency and contingency planning programs for the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA). They will coordinate and direct emergency management, disaster operations, contingency planning, and support business continuity planning. The Airport Emergency Operations Manager will support the Incident Commander during activations, conduct operational drills and exercises, and ensure compliance with FAA and other state and federal requirements. Additionally, they will collaborate with various HCAA departments, agencies, and stakeholders to maintain current emergency plans and serve as the liaison to local, state, and federal emergency management agencies.

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Performs law enforcement duties for the protection of Aviation Authority property, facilities, personnel and the general public.

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Performs duties in the analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, management and repair of automated Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and computer-controlled airport systems.

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Under the general direction of the Senior Manager of Construction or Director of Construction, the Construction Project Manager (CPM) is responsible for the managerial and administrative aspects of planning, organizing, directing, and executing new construction projects. This role involves identifying and tracking budget changes, monitoring project progress, and overseeing the implementation of overall design plans. The CPM will provide recommendations for recovery schedules, value engineering of design elements, and assess project risks while collaborating with team members to enhance safety measures.

In addition, the Construction Project Manager will interact with the Authority’s consultants, engineers, parking and retail vendors, and various regulatory agencies, including the FAA, to effectively represent the Authority’s interests. The CPM will maintain confidentiality during contract negotiations and procurement activities. This position is critical in ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and contractual requirements while coordinating construction activities across multiple stakeholders and managing public impact.

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The Maintenance Duty Manager reports to the Director of Maintenance Operations; this position ensures optimal maintenance and upkeep of airport facilities, systems, and equipment in adherence to industry benchmarks. The primary focus is on meeting and surpassing customer expectations regarding safety, security, aesthetics, convenience, reliability, and value. This encompasses overseeing terminal buildings, Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA) owned structures, roadways, airfield pavements, parking facilities, and grounds. The Maintenance Duty Manager (MDM) spearheads Maintenance Department activities and personnel during non-regular hours, weekends, and holidays. This position involves being the primary point of contact for emergency situations and managing maintenance contracts while supporting various administrative and technical functions.

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This is an entry level electrical position at Tampa International Airport. Electrician I will be expected to perform basic electrical task and assist higher level electricians with electrical maintenance, repairs and installation to the building power system, building lighting system, exterior lighting system, illuminated signage, airfield lighting systems and emergency power systems. This position will require a basic understanding of Microsoft Office products, National Electrical Code, blueprints and electrical schematics. Communication skills both verbal and in writing will be required to ensure customer satisfaction. This position could be required to work shift work, weekends and holidays. Additionally, this position must be able to work safely at varying heights, operate lifts and lift up to 40 pounds.

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Under the general direction of a Maintenance Supervisor, the Electronics Technician II is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of diverse electronic equipment used in systems such as voice and data communications, fire alarms, access control, CCTV, and other critical technologies. This role involves performing modifications, calibrations, and testing at the component level, as well as conducting interdepartmental training and operator-level troubleshooting for life safety and security systems. The technician will carry out regular preventative maintenance, monitor system operations for compliance with regulatory standards, and design and assemble circuits and devices as needed. Additionally, the position requires collecting and logging data, preparing reports using work order management software, and coordinating work with authorized vendors to ensure project specifications are met. The technician will also respond to emergency and non-emergency system failures, maintain accurate inventory records, and ensure regular communication with supervisors and management.

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