Job Summary
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We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Air Service Development to lead efforts in expanding and enhancing air travel services at our regional airport. This pivotal role involves identifying new airline partners, negotiating service agreements, and fostering strong relationships with industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in business development, sales strategies, and cross-functional collaboration to drive growth, increase passenger traffic, and position the airport as a premier destination for air carriers. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of regional air connectivity through innovative outreach and strategic planning.
Duties
- Analyze passenger traffic, market trends, and economic data to identify, forecast, and pursue domestic and international route opportunities
- Create and present high-level business cases to airline executives to retain and expand passenger and cargo services at RSW
- Formulate and manage the Air Service Incentive Program and collaborate with internal marketing teams to execute data-driven promotional campaigns for new and existing routes
- Lead international air service growth by monitoring regulatory updates and bilateral route authority developments
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with airlines, aviation groups, local businesses, and state/local tourism leaders
- Prepare, justify, and oversee the annual department budget, maintaining strict control over expenditures and incentive funding
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in aviation management, business administration, marketing, economics or a closely related field
- Minimum of six years of aviation industry work experience in the areas of air service development, airline route planning or travel/aviation industry marketing; including at least three years in an administrative, supervisory or leadership role
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- Must successfully complete a TSA fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Security Threat Assessment (STA) and a U.S. Customs Airport Security Program Check to obtain and maintain all necessary airport security badges and credentials (SIDA, Customs Seal)
- Current, valid US passport
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally to meet with airline partners and attend industry conferences
- A valid Florida driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire
Benefits
- Relocation reimbursement
- Comprehensive affordable benefits package including medical, dental, vision
- Florida Retirement System, 457 deferred compensation program
- Generous PTO front loaded, 11 paid holidays, 1 personal day
Join us as we elevate regional air travel by forging new connections and creating unparalleled opportunities for growth!
Pay: $112,414.00 - $155,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
