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The Airport AuthorityThe Jackson Municipal Airport Authority: TheVision of JMAA and its employees is to provideexemplary transportation services and facilities atJackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airportand Hawkins Field, and thereby be a catalyst forcommunity and economic development. Theirmission is to operate Jackson-Medgar Wiley EversInternational Airport and Hawkins Field, and therebyconnect its patrons to the worldwide intermodaltransportation network.
Jackson–Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport
(JAN) is located in Jackson, Mississippi, six mileseast of Jackson, across the Pearl River. It servescommercial, private, and military aviation. It isnamed after Medgar Wiley Evers, the formerMississippi Field Secretary for the NAACP, and isadministered by the Jackson Municipal AirportAuthority (JMAA), which also oversees aviationactivity at Hawkins Field (HKS), a general aviationairport in northwest Jackson.
Aviation in Jackson began in 1928 with thepurchase of 151 acres of pastureland in the City ofJackson known then as Davis Field, now known asHawkins Field. The Jackson–Medgar Wiley EversInternational Airport was certificated for commercialoperations in 1963.
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JMAA employs 106 people between JAN and HKSand has an operational budget for the prior FiscalYear of $17,363,135. JAN covers 3,381 acres andhas two runways: 16L/34R and 16R/34L, each8,500 x 150 ft. asphalt and HKS has two runways:11/29 which is 3000 ft. and 16/34 which is 5,385 ft.long.
HKS is supported by an air traffic control tower, afull service FBO and the Mississippi Army NationalGuard 185th theater aviation brigade has asignificant presence on the field. Annual operationsare approximately 35,000.
Commercial air service at JAN is enhanced byAtlantic Aviation, and the 172nd Air Lift Wing of theMississippi Air National Guard. Enplanements foryear ending 2018 were 489,454. Both facilities arelocated within a Free Trade Zone.
Commercial Airline operators at JAN include:
• American Airlines• Delta Airlines• Frontier Airlines• United Airlines• UPS Air and UPS Supply Chain
The CommunityAs the largest metropolitan community inMississippi, Metro Jackson offers an unbeatablecombination of economic, educational, and culturalopportunities – along with southern hospitality tothose who visit as well as to the individuals andfamilies who call the area home.
Enliven your senses and awaken a new thirst foradventure when living in or visiting Jackson. There’sno shortage of fun, family-friendly things to do in the
City with Soul. Celebrate the spirit ofthe Civil Rights Movement atSmith Robertson Museum andCultural Center. Close youreyes and hear the cheers ofthe crowd at the MississippiSports Hall of Fame andMuseum. Take the kids to see theenchanting animals at the JacksonZoological Park. Learn about the wonders of natureat the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Seea memorable performance by the world-classMississippi Symphony Orchestra or grab a drink anda bite to eat at an authentic blues “juke joint.”
Known as the Crossroads of the South, MetroJackson is where people and businesses converge.Jackson is at the geographic center of Mississippiand the South. It’s the center for Mississippi’s stategovernment and the center for performing arts in thestate. Jackson is also a leading center for healthcare, medical research and telecommunications.
Sports: Jackson has a myriad of hard-hitting, fast-paced options for the sports fan. Enjoy bone-crushing tackles and dramatic touchdown passesduring football season with the Jackson StateUniversity Tigers, Belhaven University Blazers or theMillsaps Majors. Immerse yourself in sports historyat the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum– named among the Top 10 “Most Amazing BaseballMuseums in America” by ESPN. Jackson is alsohome to the Viking Golf Classic, a national PGA golfevent. Want to get into the game yourself? Jacksonoffers an array of public sports stadiums andfacilities, athletic centers, and parks. Enjoy hiking,tennis, and golf, to name a few activities.
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The Community (continued...)The Arts: As the City with Soul, the Jackson arts scenevirtually vibrates with music and culture. You might say thatJackson is a cultural oasis of the South. Enjoy a fine,professional ballet or orchestral performance. Treat yourfamily to an evening of comedy, tragedy, children’s ormusical theater. Visit a dynamic selection of art galleries.Or discover the area’s world-class blues and jazz heritage.You won’t just hear the music – you’ll feel the history
behind it. In recent years, Jackson has showcasedsuch international art exhibitions as The
Palaces of St. Petersburg, TheSplendors of Versailles, and TheMajesty of Spain.
Jackson’s Heritage: Celebrate theheritage of the City with Soul at a
captivating Jackson, Mississippi historicalsite. Visit the home of celebrated author Eudora Welty.
Groove to the rhythms and beats of the blues. Learnabout the Civil Rights Movement at the Medgar Evershome. Stop by the International Museum of MuslimCultures – the first and only such museum in America.From the Civil War to their modern urban renaissance,Jackson’s story is uniquely southern and uniquelyAmerican.
Shopping: “Shop ‘til you drop” is more than a phrase inJackson, Mississippi. It’s an attitude. Take advantage oftheir attractive variety of Jackson shopping centers andmalls. Explore the Fondren District, home to charmingupscale and budget-friendly shops and boutiques.Discover exquisite antiques all around town. Indulge yoursenses at Highland Village – a memorable experience,with beautifully landscaped courtyards and lush greenery.Find delightful hand-crafted items at several great littleshops.
Nightlife: Why is Jackson the City with Soul? Well, youcan experience the heart and soul of Jackson at over 50night clubs, authentic, urban blues “juke joints” and finerestaurants with live music. Hear the sounds, feel therhythms and enjoy the flavors served by folks with storiesto tell through their music and food. Soul, Jazz, Blues,Rock, Rap, Hip Hop, Bluegrass, Pop, Celtic, Classical - averitable musical “gumbo” cooks in the rich Mississippiculture.
Education: Jackson is home to six four-year colleges anduniversities, two community colleges, and an extensivesystem of public and private elementary and secondaryschools. The prestigious Mississippi College School ofLaw is in Jackson, as is the University of MississippiMedical Center, a nationally renowned medical school andmedical research facility.
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The PositionThe Director of Airport Facilities is responsible fordirecting, managing, supervising and coordinatingthe maintenance of the airport facilities withinMaintenance and Custodial Services, includingground/building maintenance, custodial services,and energy conservation; coordinate assignedactivities with other departments and outsideagencies and provide highly responsible andcomplex support for airport facilities at Jackson-Evers International Airport (JAN) or Hawkins FieldAirport (HKS) and other facilities operated byJackson Municipal Airport Authority. Supervises theManager of Maintenance and the Manager ofCustodial Services. Performs related duties asrequired.
The position works an assigned shift but may berequired to work different shifts to provide required24/7 operational coverage.
For a complete job description, click here:
Position QualificationsThe successful candidate will have a bachelor’sdegree in from an accredited college or university inbusiness administration or constructionmanagement, plus seven (7) years of airport facilitymaintenance or maintenance of a large, moderncomplex facility; and seven (7) years of supervisoryexperience. Must reside within the city of Jackson,MS.
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Salary & BenefitsThe salary range for this position is $103,000 –$154,000 with an excellent benefit package,including a fully paid Mississippi retirement programand $10,000 in relocation expenses.
Further information regarding the airport authorityand benefits can be reviewed at
this link.
How to ApplyTo apply online, click here.
Deadline for complete applications:
Open until filled
Project Manager: Kenneth Gwyn, AAE
Please note: after your application is complete, youwill receive an important email from us. Pleasecheck your inbox and your junk/spam folder, and ifyou have not received our email, please notify us at: [email protected]
