SENIOR MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT

Senior Executive Affairs Coordinator - Director's Office - SFO (1844) - 167789

• Full-time
• Job Code and Title: 1844-Senior Management Assistant
• Fill Type: Permanent Exempt

APPOINTMENT TYPE:APPOINTMENT TYPE:This is a Permanent Exempt (PEX) (Category 8) position. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and incumbents are “at will” and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.

• Application Opening:Tuesday, October 27, 2026
• Application Deadline: Application filing will be open at least through 5:00 PM on Monday, November 9, 2026, and will close any time thereafter.
• Salary Range: $114,166 - $138,788
• Recruitment ID: PEX-1844-167789

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the most dynamic and consequential airports in the world, serving as the primary international gateway to Northern California and Silicon Valley. As an enterprise department of the City and County of San Francisco, SFO welcomes over 54 million guests annually and offers nonstop service to more than 140 destinations worldwide on 50+ airlines.

SFO is far more than a transportation hub. It is a recognized leader in environmental sustainability, equity, arts and culture, and forward-thinking infrastructure. With approximately 1,900 City employees and a broader community of more than 25,000 workers across airlines, concessionaires, and partners, SFO generates significant economic vitality across the Bay Area region.

Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first. Our core values of Safety and Security, Teamwork, Excellence, Care, and Equity guide everything we do as we build a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where all employees can thrive.

SFO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. Applicants are considered regardless of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under applicable law.

Under general supervision, the Senior Executive Affairs Coordinator will manage the office, supervise staff, and perform challenging analytical, administrative, and project management functions in support of Executive Management (C-Suite).

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Oversee critical day-to-day administrative and often highly confidential matters expeditiously and effectively with the utmost discretion; manage various incoming requests and track through to successful completion; monitor the office budget to maximize use of existing resources; and review complex calendars to ensure accuracy and assist with preparing the executive for meetings and briefings.

2. Write, review, edit, and package a wide variety of documents and public records, including letters, memoranda, meeting agendas, and supporting documents, and reports for executive-level review and dissemination.

3. Supervise administrative professional staff which includes developing schedules, setting expectations, developing standard operating procedures, training, and proving performance feedback.

4. Develop and recommend policies, procedures, and work practices and make recommendations and implement changes when needed.

5. Perform research and analysis by consulting with colleagues, evaluating information, conducting needs assessments, writing reports, preparing documentation, making recommendations, and presenting concise reports and data to senior leadership.

6. Coordinate and monitor management programs, projects, and functions; utilize database software and graphics to convey strategic and analytical data; assist in developing strategic projects, coordinating meetings and events, and facilitating presentations to promote collaborative efforts across the Airport.

7. Promote solid relationships by providing a bridge for smooth communications between Executive Leadership, staff, business partners such as contractors, vendors, and project managers, as well as members of the public.

8. Proactively manage frequent dome