Airport Operations Specialist
Glacier Park International Airport
Kalispell, MT · Posted October 27, 2026
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Rankings about operations jobs
- Best cities for operations jobs #1 New York (1,429 openings)
- Best cities for operations pay after cost of living #1 Reston ($177k)
- Most requested AI skills in operations jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (2.5%)
- AI tools named most often in operations jobs #1 Claude (0.28%)
- Employers with the most operations jobs #1 Amazon (1,480 roles)
How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among airfield operations specialists is little observed so far. Measured exposure for airfield operations specialists: 5% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
Kalispell, Montana, Purpose of Position
The Airport Operations Specialist fulfills the requirements set forth in 14 U.S.C. Part 139 by performing airfield inspections, wildlife hazard management, coordinating snow removal efforts, and conducting routine training. This position is responsible for diligently monitoring and reporting all operationally relevant information, coordinating with airport staff and stakeholders, and responding and finding solutions to all manner of operational issues. Additional duties include aircraft rescue firefighting, medical, and emergency response.
To learn more, please visit our website at iflyglacier.com and click on the Employment tab. Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions The following training, experience, and education, or any combination that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities, is required for this position:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain Airport Certified Employee (A.C.E.) Operations with 12 months of hire.
Ability to complete initial or recurrent Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting course, as applicable.
Ability to complete the State Licensed EMR, EMT or NREMT and maintain currency.
Preferred Qualifications:
Possess a bachelor’s degree in aviation management, Aeronautical Science, or a closely related field.