Battalion Chief, Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), Aviation Department

Job overview

Compensation is $106,392–$170,222 per year. The Battalion Chief, Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), Aviation Department role is onsite at LaGuardia Airport in Flushing, NY. in the structured salary fields; the posting states an expected range of $106,392–$170,222, with a midpoint of $138,297. The Port Authority operates and supports transportation facilities, including airports. The Battalion Chief manages daily airport rescue and firefighting operations, supervises personnel, and maintains operational readiness. The role supports emergency response and organizational objectives by overseeing staffing, training, qualifications, inspections, equipment, and compliance with airport and FAA requirements.

What you'll do

• Direct ARFF emergency operations and supervise Crew Chiefs and personnel
• establish operational priorities with the Deputy Fire Chief
• manage staffing, assignments, and readiness
• ensure compliance with FAA Part 139 ARFF requirements, the Airport Certification Manual, and Airport Emergency Plan
• oversee training, qualifications, inspections, equipment readiness, and records
• mentor personnel
• assist with evaluations, administration, and budgets
• coordinate with airport and emergency-response partners
• and respond outside regular hours when required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

battalion chief

aircraft rescue and firefighting

arff

aviation department

full-time

flushing ny

laguardia airport

port authority

emergency operations

fire service leadership

faa part 139

airport readiness

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive benefits package
• professional development and career opportunities.

Why this role

Leads aircraft rescue and firefighting operations at LaGuardia Airport and may respond outside regular work hours for emergencies or operational needs.

About the employer

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is hiring for this role. Industry: Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs. Sector: 92.