News, Updates, and Employment Opportunities

Watch This Page for News, Updates, and Employment Opportunities From the Village of Sparta.

Job Announcement - Seasonal Part-Time Assistant Airport Manager

The Paul C. Miller Sparta Municipal Airport is seeking applicants for a seasonal part-time Assistant Airport Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Management of all airport operations in compliance with FAA and MDOT regulations.
  • Management of airport fueling and revenue operations.
  • Hangar and lease execution, compliance and maintenance.
  • Seasonal grounds keeping including mowing and snow removal.
  • Preparation and management of budgets.
  • Supervision and training of part-time airport staff.
Valid driver’s license and high school diploma or equivalent required. Experience in Aviation Management or Business, or comparable aviation experience preferred. Position requires Assistant Airport Manager license through State of Michigan or the ability and desire to earn license within the first three (3) months of employment. Position is 21 to 24 hours per week seasonally and applicants must be willing to work flexible hours, including some weekends, evenings, and holidays. Hourly wage is dependent on qualifications, within a $16 to $20 per hour range.

To apply please submit cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references to Blaine Wing, Interim Village Manager (villagemanager@spartami.org). Deadline to apply is 4:00 p.m. Friday, January 27, 2023 at the Village of Sparta Office, 156 E State St, Sparta MI 49345. Interviews are expected to take place on Monday, January 30th. Please contact Interim Village Manager Blaine Wing at (616) 887-8251 with any questions.

The Village of Sparta is an equal opportunity employer.