SENIOR AIRPORT NOISE SPECIALIST (5244)

03/03

City of San José
SENIOR AIRPORT NOISE SPECIALIST (5244)

CLASS CODE: 5244
DEPARTMENT: Airport	ACCOUNTABLE TO: Airport Noise Abatement Manager	FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

CLASS SUMMARY:
Evaluates noise measurement data and assures operations to allow maximum utilization of the airport facilities while remaining within the confines of the noise requirements. May direct staff in the operation of the Airport Sound Monitoring System to provide noise data in compliance with State and other applicable noise laws. May administer the Curfew Monitoring Program or performs other similar duties related to the Airport’s impact on the sound environment of San Jose and surrounding communities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: (Level in the series and how distinguished from the other levels; other unique characteristics of the job such as a requirement to work weekends)
The incumbent of the Senior Noise Specialist class reports to the Airport Noise Abatement Manager and supervises Airport Noise Specialists. The class differs from the Airport Noise Abatement Manager’s class based on the responsibilities for overall Program Management at the higher level versus specialization at the Senior Noise Specialist level. This class is further differentiated from the Airport Noise Specialist class by virtue of the Senior Noise Specialist’s supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS
(These qualifications are typically required. An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be substituted.)

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion of undergraduate course work from an accredited college or university with a major in air transportation, airport management or a related field and one (1) year of experience in sound measurement, noise abatement or other directly comparable experience in the aviation industry.

Licensing Requirements:
This Airport specific classification requires each candidate to satisfactorily complete a background check that will include a criminal history records check prior to being considered for a position in this class.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (position requirements at entry and depending on area of assignment):

Knowledge of noise control and curfew monitoring procedures including computer application to such procedures.
Knowledge of terminology used in piloting and navigating aircraft in air terminal areas.
Knowledge of the physics of sound and mathematics through logarithmic functions.
Knowledge of the technical aspects of air transportation equipment and modifications particularly in the production of sound, and the noise characteristics of various standard and jet engines.
Ability to plan, organize, and schedule monitoring and recording operations necessary for the administration of the Curfew Monitoring Program.
Ability to analyze the interrelationships of a variety of recorded data.
Ability to analyze the interrelationships of flight patterns and sound contours.
Ability to interface with various individuals and organizations (i.e., government agencies, airport tenants and the general public.
Ability to organize and facilitate public meetings with citizens and government officials on high profile issues.
Ability to prepare detailed reports, clear graphic charts and Noise Contour Maps.

Desirable Qualifications (likely to contribute to more successful job performance; can often be learned on the job):

Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local noise environmental standards, rules, regulations, terms and agency structure.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Laws, rules and regulations effecting Airport, Air Traffic Controls and Flight Operation.
Ability to effectively interface with members of the public on Airport Noise Monitoring and Curfew Monitoring Administration Programs.
Ability to administer leases, fees/charges and equipment purchasing activities.

DUTY NO.	TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (These duties and estimated frequency are a representative sample; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department.) Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:	FREQUENCY
1.	If assigned to the Sound Monitoring Program: Supervises and operates computer terminals as they relate to the Airport Sound Monitoring Systems which involves program inputs to accomplish selective noise measurement data.	DAILY
2.	Analyzes and makes comparative studies of the noise energy impacted by various types of aircrafts, as it relates to atmospheric conditions, weather conditions, flight weight, and associated variables that have to do with noise levels produced by a variety of various aircrafts at a given point in time.	DAILY
3.	Supervises the testing of the airports sound monitoring and recording systems for operability or malfunctions; schedules for preventative maintenance and replacement of defective equipment; provides for the acoustic calibration of the various types of noise monitoring equipment.	DAILY
4.	Administers related consulting contracts; budgets and purchases equipment for the Airport Sound Monitoring System, administers site leases for monitoring stations.	DAILY
5.	Supervises testing/calibration of noise monitoring equipment to assure compliance with state and other applicable standards.	DAILY
6.	If assigned to the Curfew Monitoring Administration Program: Serves as Senior Airport Management Representative in administering the Curfew Monitoring Program.	DAILY
7.	Maintains curfew intrusion database and all curfew intrusion records.	DAILY
8.	Acts as liaison between Airport and airlines for verification of intrusions and periodic status reporting of intrusion reports; contact with itinerant operators in violation of Noise Control Program.	DAILY
9.	Drafts the Curfew Monitoring Committee’s Annual Report to Council.	ANNUALLY
10.	General Duties: May supervise subordinates in prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.	DAILY
11.	Ensures the prompt and professional response to citizen noise complaints and other public grievances regarding airport noise operations and curfew operation.	DAILY
12.	Prepares written and graphic reports in support of noise maintenance activities.	DAILY
13.	Makes presentations relative to the airports impact on the sound environment of San Jose and surrounding communities.	DAILY
14.	Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.	AS REQUIRED

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

X	Climbing	X	Kneeling	X	Crawling
X	Balancing	X	Lifting	X	Reaching
X	Stooping	X	Fingering	X	Standing
X	Talking	X	Grasping	X	Walking
X	Hearing	X	Feeling	X	Pushing
X	Crouching

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
Rev 3/03
5244 S001