Jeff Kloska A.A.E

Experience

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  Meacham International Airport

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

  Airport Operations Specialist

  Duties included but not limited to:-Completed daily airfield and ramp inspections following Part 139 regulations.-Performed Operations Manager duties while the manager was out.-Maintained daily operations log.- Issued amended and canceled NOTAMs.-Created and maintained a new airport database developed using Microsoft Access.-Performed airport construction inspections.-Attended weekly construction meetings.-Performed airfield, ramp, security and perimeter inspections.-Managed snow and ice removal during winter operations.-Performed airfield escorts.-Experienced with operations during aircraft static display air show.-Wrote reports and processed technical documents.-Reviewed and commented on Advisory Circulars. -Wrote monthly training tests for the operations officers to abide by FAR regulations regarding the training of personnel.-Managed the driver's training program.-Responded to emergencies and incidents.-Managed gate-code system. Show less

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  Dallas Love Field Airport

  Jan 2010 - Aug 2012

  Senior Airport Operations Specialist

  During this employment period, I supervised Part 139 operations and conducted airfield, ramp, and security inspections to ensure adherence to defined policies and regulations. I acted as an initial point of communications center for the airport during routine, non-routine, and emergency events at the airport. As a Senior Airport Operations Officer, I kept appropriate records by completing daily ops log and performed airport incident and emergency management by taking proper initiatives. I used Microsoft Access to create new airport databases and confirmed the seamless execution of operations by working nights, holidays, and weekends. Demonstrating a broad scope of industry knowledge, I adeptly completed all assigned tasks in an efficient manner such as wildlife mitigation, enforcing CFR Part 1542, providing airfield escorts, and monitoring CCTV camera systems.Some of my key contributions are as follow:☛ I rendered expertise while operating a Saab friction tester and assessing airfield conditions during winter weather and irregular operations. ☛ Built and maintained professional working relationships with internal and external airport stakeholders. ☛ I enhanced the operational efficiency of the airport by conducting reviews of airport processes and improving standard operating procedures. ☛ Planned, coordinated, and managed the opening and closing of airport facilities and aircraft operating areas. Show less

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  City of Fort Worth

  Jul 2012 - Jan 2019

  Airport Director

  At Meacham International Airport, I supervised the overall operations of the airport and administered a team of 16 staff members, including airport operations, maintenance, and administration. As an Airport Manager, I expertly designed, created, and delivered detailed presentations to the airport tenants, Airport Advisory Board, and City Council on airport operations, facilities, services, and other functions. I attended multiple neighborhood associations, schools, community groups, rotary clubs and business /aviation conferences to represent Meacham Airport. Additionally, I drafted, evaluated, and revised airport governing documents such as minimum standards, rules and regulations, development standards, and leasing policy. Leveraging key expertise, I developed the airport’s capital improvement plan (CIP) and steered efforts towards lease negotiation, lease development, and lease management.Some of my key contributions are as follow:☛ Focused on strengthening tenant relations, led strategic airport planning, and managed airport budgeting and finance functions, including management of $4M operating budget and developing annual budgets.☛ Devised robust strategies and structured processes to deliver exceptional services to customers at the airport.☛ Headed staff performance evaluations, organized training to improve performance and maintained a safe/healthy work environment.☛ Established required service and staffing levels; examined efficiency and effectiveness of key performance indicators (KPIs) and allocated resources accordingly.☛ Successfully obtained Accredited Airport Executive designation with the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) in 2017. ☛ I was recognized as one of the Airport Business Magazine's 40 under 40 honorees in 2015. ☛Meacham International Airport was recognized as TxDOT's Reliever Airport of the Year in 2013. Show less

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  Jviation, Inc.

  Feb 2019 - Nov 2020

  Aviation Planner and Management Consultant

  At Jviation, I gathered required information and draft airport master plan chapters, which included inventory chapters, forecast chapters, facility requirement chapters, and financial implantation chapters. As an Aviation Planner and Management Consultant, I conducted detailed analysis and utilized contacts to obtain airport information from numerous sources as well as steer efforts towards airport layout planning, resulting in smooth running of functions. I adeptly identified airport development needs by examining FAA Advisory Circulars as well as formulate airport business plans using key skills and knowledge. Additionally, I developed and maintained productive relationships with complete authority to carry out airport layout planning and coordinated with project managers to maintain operational efficiency. I planned and organized meetings to discuss ongoing activities/project work, impeding issues, and corrective action plans.Some of my key contributions are as follow:☛ Implemented best practices and methods to forecast airport operations and based aircraft numbers for airports.☛ Collaborated with engineers and planning staff to confirm the seamless execution of project operations.☛ Delivered expert consultation services on airport management related items, including reviewing leasing documents, minimum standards, rules/regulations, and development guidelines.☛ Played a vital role in the review and finalization of airport master plan documents. Show less

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  North Central Texas Council of Governments

  Dec 2020 - Dec 2021

  Aviation/Airport Management Consultant
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  Colorado Air and Space Port

  Jan 2022 - now

  Air and Space Port Director