The Port of Oakland seeks an Aviation Information Technology Manager. Under general direction, the incumbent plans and directs aviation information technology system development and operation, including systems for aviation security, facilities, airlines and other aviation-related needs. The incumbent also provides project definition and management of aviation infrastructure and software projects, IT maintenance agreements and performs a variety of other technical tasks.

Education and Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, business administration, or related field plus three years of professional IT experience in an airport environment and one year providing technical and functional supervision over assigned personnel.

Licenses: Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license at the time and for the duration of appointment.

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to attend evening meetings and be available 24/7 for airport response.

Apply by 7/11/25 to: https://www.portofoakland.com/business/job-center/.

Minimum Qualifications:

This examination is open to persons who have a combination of education and experience that would reflect possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. A typical combination would include the following:

Education and Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, business administration, or related field plus three years of professional information technology experience in an airport environment and one year providing technical and functional supervision over assigned personnel.

Licenses: Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license at the time and for the duration of appointment.

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to attend evening meetings and be available 24/7 for airport response.

Must be able to successfully complete a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check, which will include a fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA), prior to being considered for this position. This status must be maintained for the duration of employment at the Port.

Must be able to obtain a valid CBP seal for IT equipment located inside the Federal Inspection Service (FIS) area.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (“KSAs”):

Knowledge of principles and practices of computer technology and information systems including special system solutions for an airport; supervision, training and performance evaluations; budget monitoring; safety management; information technology project management, and pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules.

Ability to organize, implement and direct assigned aviation information technology operations/activities; interpret and explain pertinent department and Port policies and procedures; develop and monitor program budget; develop and recommend policies and procedures related to aviation operations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.