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The Peninsula Airport Commission Seek s Applicants For The P o s i t io n of: Executive Director Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF)
The Peninsula Airport Commission Seeks Applicants For The Position
of:
Executive Director
Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF)
Airport Overview:
The Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) is located on the Virginia Peninsula, which is in the heart of Southeast Virginia and is part of the Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News, VA/NC MSA. Access to the Airport, is an easy drive from anywhere in Coastal Virginia, and is the closest airport to Colonial Williamsburg and historic Yorktown and Jamestown.
The Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) is owned and operated by the Peninsula Airport Commission (PAC). The current Commission is comprised of 6 members; 4 appointed by the City of Newport News and 2 appointed by the City of Hampton.
The Virginia Peninsula, located at the approximate center of Hampton Roads, is the gateway to Virginia’s beaches, and is bounded by the York River, James River, and Chesapeake Bay. There are also numerous amusement and water parks, fabulous shopping, world-class golf courses and a variety of restaurants, all making the Virginia Peninsula a perfect place to call home!
The Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News MSA Consists of:
Newport News, Hampton, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Jamestown, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth .
Airport Overview Continued:
PHF is currently served by two airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines with non-stop service to Atlanta, Charlotte and Philadelphia. Last year the Airport served just over 411,000 passengers.
The Airport boasts a modern terminal, with two concourses and the recent completion of a new security checkpoint, which ties Concourses A and B together, promoting greater operational efficiencies.
The lower level of Concourse A houses a state-of-the-art U.S. Customs Facility, making PHF an official United States port of entry, with the ability to process up to 250 passengers per hour.
In addition, the Airport recently opened a new, Airport owned and operated restaurant called Take PHFlight. The restaurant offers a delicious assortment of hot and cold menu items. A full bar is anticipated to open later this year.
PHF stands ready to serve our airlines with our newly created ground handling operations, called PHFlight Services. PHF has the ability to offer these services at a competitive per turn rate to incumbent, as well as, new airline partners.
Quality of Life: Newport News
Settled in 1621, Newport News is approximately 23 miles long and three miles wide. It is the fourth largest city in size in Virginia, with its boundaries encompassing 69 square miles. Newport News has a population of 180,719 people (2010 Census Bureau).
Here in Newport News, we experience all four seasons. In the winter, our average annual snowfall is less than two inches, spring brings showers for our blooming flowers, summer temperatures average in the mid-80s: perfect for sunning, swimming, boating, and fishing. Fall’s pleasant temperatures average in the mid-60’s, ideal weather for viewing our fall foliage while cruising the James River, hiking along one of our many trails, or canoeing on one of our lakes.
Newport News is known not just for its world-renowned museums, parks and its namesake shipyard, but also for its smorgasbord of restaurants - from chef-owned to the most popular of chains. There's plenty here to satisfy any foodie's hunger!
To learn more about all that Newport News has to offer visit:
www.Newport-news.org
www.newportnewsva.com
Quality of Life: Hampton
Discoveries have been integral to Hampton since it was founded in 1610, making it the oldest continuously occupied English settlement in the United States. Hampton is also the original home of NASA, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2017. As you might expect in a city with more than 400 years of history, Hampton offers a treasure trove of fascinating sites to explore.
From parks to beaches, to museums and entertaining downtown events, to Historic Fort Monroe, Hampton has something for everyone! Let’s not forget some fabulous restaurants and breweries not found anywhere else in Coastal Virginia; they are sure to satisfy your taste buds.
To learn more about all that Hampton has to offer visit:
www.visithampton.com
www.Hampton.gov
Quality of Life: Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown
Jamestown 1607, where the first English settlers established an English Colony near the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay, to the Powhatan Indians, the battlefields of Yorktown, and the real-world living history museum that is Colonial Williamsburg. This area is rich with culture, history and fun!
In addition to historic attractions, there are world-class roller coasters in Busch Gardens and other theme parks, entertaining shows in our local theaters, and sunset voyages on pirate ships. Walk along the beach, and bike the miles of scenic trails along the Colonial Parkway. Raise your glass in a vineyard or a working microbrewery, and toast the modern-day conveniences of museums and art galleries throughout the area. World-class shopping also awaits you at the Williamsburg Premium Outlets and the Yankee Candle Village.
There is simply too much excitement to share, to view it all visit:
www.visitwilliamsburg.com
www.historyisfun.org
Quality of Life:
The Virginia Peninsula is home to a high concentration of military and government agencies, high-tech development, aerospace research and one of the largest shipbuilding facilities in the country. The Virginia Peninsula has several industries such as Canon Virginia, Ferguson, Continental, NASA Langley, Jefferson Laboratories, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Huntington Ingalls to name a few. In addition to industry, Fort Eustis, Langley Air Force Base and the Yorktown Weapons Station are just some of the military bases that call the Peninsula home.
Beautiful neighborhoods, top rated public and private schools, as well as, the largest concentration of colleges and universities in the entire state of Virginia, provide plenty of reasons to see why the Virginia Peninsula is an ideal location to call home.
Job Description:
The Executive Director plans, directs and administers the overall operation of PHF. This position is responsible for a budget of over $8 million annually and a staff of 93 full and part-time positions. The Executive Director reports directly to the Peninsula Airport Commission.
The ideal candidate will be a creative, energetic, proactive leader who will combine diplomacy with consensus building in developing a new vision for our Airport. Candidates must have demonstrated proven leadership skills in an airport management setting at the number one or two position.
Compensation & Benefits:
Annual Starting Salary $150,000- $170,000
DOQ.
The Peninsula Airport Commission offers excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement and
relocation benefits.
Qualifications of a Superior Candidate:
A Bachelor’s degree is required in Airport Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field. An MBA is strongly desired. To be considered, you should be currently employed as an airport executive with at least (10) years progressive experience in airport management with at least three (3) years at the number one or two position, or a comparable experience in a public organization. A.A.E. certification is preferred with a CM as a minimum.
Superior candidates will be able to coordinate, direct and manage the work of others as an experienced leader and effective team builder. Your leadership style will be described as participatory and team-oriented. You must be a persuasive communicator, while also exhibiting a high level of diplomacy. You must possess an extensive knowledge of principles and practices of modern airport management which have been acquired through verifiable work experience and education. You should possess demonstrated air service development abilities and a proven track record of air service wins and relationships. You must have hands-on experience working with local, state, and federal officials pursuing financial support for your airport.
Position Closes August 4, 2017
How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and at least five professional references to [email protected].
Your cover letter should include the following:
1. Your management philosophy and the size of comparable airports/facilities and communities you have served.
2. Your specific experience at the number one or two position at an airport, or a comparable public organization.
3. The size of the operating budget, capital improvement budget, and staff you have managed.
4. Experience with revenue development that permits airport to grow and flourish.
5. Your experience in implementing both aeronautical and non-aeronautical related airport development.
6. Your philosophy on staff development, building trust, and creating a collaborative team environment.
7. Your experience working with an appointed airport commission, or similar public body.
8. Your strategy on how to restore public trust after a significant breach of public confidence.
9. Your experience with restaurant and ground handling services run by an airport.
Finalists must successfully complete an in-depth background investigation. The Peninsula Airport Commission is an equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
