San José Mineta International Airport is proud to offer an exciting and unique opportunity to a dynamic professional with a proven track record, who enjoys and excels at leading, communicating and interacting with diverse staff while providing top-notch management and supervision skills.Under the direction of the Division Manager, the Principal Property Manager position plans, organizes, and manages all aspects of airport lease and property development. Overseeing a team of eight professional level staff, this position is responsible for complex tenant negotiations, transactions, and RFPs/RFQs in addition to developing, writing, reviewing, and presenting complex reports, documents, and correspondence.
This position requires expert knowledge in airport property management, airline, operating agreements, concessions agreements, tenant leases, tenant licenses and permits, real estate development, concession development in an airport environment, contract provisions, airport leasing laws and legal procedures, and rate setting methodologies.
To apply, please complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at This job announcement is posted to close at 11:59 PM on Friday, October 23, 2026.
Salary range for this classification is: $157,226.16 – $192,410.40 Annually
This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in airport management, business administration or related field and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in airport property management, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Acceptable Substitution:
Additional qualifying experience as described above may substitute for the required education on a basis of one and one-half (1.5) years of experience for one (1) year of education up to a maximum of 2 years of the required education.
Required Licensing (such as driver’s license, certifications, etc.):
-California Driver’s License
-Airports Council International – Concession Management Certification or equivalent required within six (6) months of appointment
Employment Eligibility:
Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete and pass a fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check prior to being considered for a position in this class at the Airport. This Airport position requires a background check and a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check. The candidate must be fingerprinted and qualify under all applicable TSA and Airport regulations.
Form 700 requirement:
This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an “Assuming Office Form 700” with the City Clerk’s Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office.
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Internal Number: 202601816
