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  • Airport Senior Program Administrator - Senior Construction Project Manager

    , Nevada United States HARRY REID INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Full Time $44.59 - $65.85 Hourly Sep 24, 2025
    Harry Reid International Airport Employer:

    HARRY REID INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

    Nearly 50 percent of all visitors to Las Vegas come through Harry Reid International Airport. As a world leader in airport management, we are focused on providing the best customer service possible. Clark County, Nevada, owns Harry Reid International Airport. Our airport system also includes four general aviation facilities: North Las Vegas Airport, Henderson Executive Airport, Jean Sport Aviation Center, and Overton/Perkins Landside. These airports operate under the policy direction of the Board of County Commissioners, the authority of the County Manager, and the management of the Director of Aviation. The Department of Aviation is a self-sufficient enterprise and operates without county general fund tax revenue. Operating an airport in a community that depends on tourism means every single employee has a unique opportunity to provide our travelers with that all-important first and last impression of Las Vegas. Twelve divisions make up the Department of Aviation’s organization, each offering a variety of front line and behind-the-scenes jobs at various levels:  Director’s Office, Airside Operations, Business & Commercial Development, Employee Services/Risk Management, Facilities/Service Desk, Finance, General Aviation, Information Systems, Landside Operations, Construction/Engineering, Security, and Terminal Operations.

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    Job Description

    ABOUT THE POSITION

    The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking accomplished and highly motivated candidates to apply for the Airport Senior Program Administrator - Senior Construction Project Manager position in our Construction and Design division. This role serves as the lead for assigned projects during the construction phase and is ultimately responsible for the performance of the entire project team and the overall success or shortcomings of the projects. This position provides project oversight, technical assistance, review, and evaluation of construction schedules and cost estimates, administers agreements for construction and professional services in support of assigned projects, and directs the work of relevant vendors. The successful candidate will administer all aspects of assigned construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents, applicable federal, state, and local requirements, departmental objectives and mission, funding source regulations, and other relevant requirements and guidelines. This position is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and within the approved scope of work. Additionally, this role plans, directs, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff providing support to airport programs and projects, as well as provides program planning, oversight, technical assistance, review, and evaluation, while serving as the departmental representative and liaison with other Department of Aviation divisions, County departments, service providers, and funding sources for assigned programs or projects. During the design phase of projects, this position will assist in constructability review, phasing, and work sequencing. This position will also be instrumental in assisting the Airport Senior Manager - Construction Design with process improvement and standardization methods within the Construction and Design division.

    Note: This position is confidential and excluded from membership in the union. Also, this classification is designated exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and is therefore, not eligible for overtime.

    THE CLOSING DATE FOR THIS RECRUITMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED AND IS NOW REFLECTED IN THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.

    This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Employee Services.

    Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education and Experience:

    Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance or a field related to the programmatic area to which assigned and four (4) years of full-time related professional level experience, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity, preferably in a public office setting. An advanced degree in appropriate field preferred. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

    Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

    License and Certifications: Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of hire.

    Working Conditions: Attend meetings outside of normal working hours.

    Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

    Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment.

    Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

    Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration.

    Note: all prospective hires must present two original government issued ID's upon acceptance of job offer. Examples of acceptable ID's include a Passport, Driver's License or DMV issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school issued ID with picture, etc.

    Customs and Border Protection Security Seal Program: Employment with the Department of Aviation in this job title is contingent upon a ten year employment and five year residency history record check and the ability to present original identity based documentation in order to meet the requirements for a Security Seal.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and be capable of traveling to various locations throughout the County in order to visit work sites or attend meetings; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

      ◦ Plans, organizes, manages, reviews and evaluates the work of professional, technical and/or support staff through subordinate supervisor(s) and/or lead staff.
      ◦ Evaluates employee performance and effectively recommends employee selection, administers corrective and disciplinary actions; provides for the continued development of assigned team members, including specific departmental and unit policies and procedures; professional development and administers discipline as required.
      ◦ Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the assigned program(s); preparation and administration of the program's budget.
      ◦ Directs the development and modification of techniques and formats to evaluate pilot or current program effectiveness and to determine the need for program modification and/or new program development.
      ◦ Leads research and development of program alternatives; ensures that the programs are meeting the departmental mission; locates funding sources, service deliverers and other resources; designs and implements program procedures and manuals.
      ◦ Contributes to the overall quality of the program's service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending and implementing improved policies and procedures.
      ◦ Monitors assigned program(s); ensures compliance with departmental mission, funding sources regulations and other guidelines.
      ◦ Acts as the program, Department of Aviation, and County representative with other departments, community organizations and public and private service providers, general public, funding sources, community and business organizations; answers questions, resolves problems and provides information and technical assistance as required.
      ◦ Provides assistance to the Managing Director or Manager by handling special projects and/or administrative assignments; assist in the development of the departmental strategic plan, annual report and/or other department related data.
      ◦ Makes presentations to a variety of community groups; promotes the programs through developing contacts with various organizations and through media announcements.
      ◦ Monitors changes in legislation and FAA regulations that may affect program operations or service delivery; evaluates their effect upon program activities and recommends appropriate policy and procedure modifications.
      ◦ Uses judgment and accurately interprets policies, rules and procedures, including finding appropriate solutions to challenges.
      ◦ Maintains or directs the maintenance of accurate records and files.
      ◦ Prepares a variety of correspondence, reports, policies, procedures, program documentation and other written materials.
      ◦ May provide staff support and guidance to a policy board or committee.
      ◦ Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may drive a motor vehicle to attend meetings and visit various work sites.


    Join the Clark County Department of Aviation Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
      ◦ Alternative Work Schedules
      ◦ More Money in Your Pocket
        ◦ 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
        ◦ No Social Security Deduction
        ◦ No State Income Taxes

      ◦ Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) - eligible first of the month following15 days of employment
        ◦ Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
          ◦ Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
          ◦ 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
          ◦ Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health


      ◦ Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service
      ◦ Dental
      ◦ Vision
      ◦ Life Insurance - Employer Paid
      ◦ AD&D - Employer Paid
      ◦ Long Term Disability - Employer Paid
      ◦ Generous Leave Accruals that include:
        ◦ 12 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday
        ◦ Paid Vacation Leave
        ◦ Paid Sick Leave
        ◦ Holiday Leave

      ◦ Other leave options
        ◦ Catastrophic Leave
        ◦ Parental Leave - Up to 90 days

      ◦ Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
        ◦ Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
        ◦ Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
        ◦ Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
        ◦ TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
        ◦ Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan

      ◦ Employee Assistance Program
      ◦ Onsite Fitness Center
      ◦ The Department of Aviation, a department of Clark County, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
      ◦ Community Volunteer Opportunities
      ◦ Comprehensive training program
      ◦ Wellness program


    Closing Date/Time: 10/14/2025 5:01 PM Pacific
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    Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

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