Maria Searcy

Airport Operations Manager

Keystone Heights Airport (42J)

Keystone Heights, FL

12.2010 - 03.2023

Managed the daily operations of an airport, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
Developed and implemented policies and procedures related to airport operations.
Maintained all federal and state (FAA/ FDOT) regulations.
Managed multi-million dollar FAA/ FDOT grant improvement projects from start to finish.
Supervised staff in the performance of their duties, providing guidance as needed.
Managed over 80 hangar and land leases while working with local municipalities for new business growth opportunities.
Worked closely with Airfield Supervisor to conduct safety inspections of equipment and facilities used in airport operations.
Coordinate with a variety of community and military leaders for ongoing activities supporting general aviation and training opportunities.
Assisted in preparing budget proposals for operational costs analyzed data from previous years to identify areas that require improvement.
Collaborated with other airports in the region on initiatives related to improving efficiency in operations.
Prepared staff work schedules and specific duties to help complete priorities and goals.
Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients and local community leaders focusing on airport growth, general aviation education and job creation.
Represented airport annually at the State Capital by promoting airport operations and worked with local political representatives to secure funding on future development initiatives.
Reviewed monthly financial statements, specific to leases, fuel sales and overall airport activity to measure productivity and goal achievement.
arch and develop revenue generating events while utilizing and managing large groups of volunteers.