What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airport Security Representative III position at City of Atlanta?
Job Description
Perform duties related to security compliance and enforcement, aviation security, physical security and access control to include CCTV monitoring, incident management, training, customer service and compliance inspections of airport premises, vendors and stakeholders. Position will serve as the "customer facing" arm of the security compliance and enforcement team and will be responsible for balancing the security requirements of the TSA with the customer service initiatives of the airport. Position also serves as lead shift representative with the responsibility of managing junior staff on all airport security duties. Management also includes scheduling, work assignment and oversight and staff mentoring.
Supervision Received
Direction received is general and focuses on accomplishing objectives which are outlined in policy and procedures on airport security. May work independently or with other staff with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.
Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.
Leadership Provided
Serves as lead technical resource and subject matter expert on airport security operations. Will mentor and supervise less experienced staff in completing assigned duties.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.
Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience
Valid Georgia Driver’s License, or valid Driver’s License from another state, with ability to obtain Georgia Driver’s License within 30 days.
Essential Capabilities And Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. Must be able to stand for an extended period of time; walk and run without assistance; and lift 50 lbs on occasion.
It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
Perform duties related to security compliance and enforcement, aviation security, physical security and access control to include CCTV monitoring, incident management, training, customer service and compliance inspections of airport premises, vendors and stakeholders. Position will serve as the "customer facing" arm of the security compliance and enforcement team and will be responsible for balancing the security requirements of the TSA with the customer service initiatives of the airport. Position also serves as lead shift representative with the responsibility of managing junior staff on all airport security duties. Management also includes scheduling, work assignment and oversight and staff mentoring.
Supervision Received
Direction received is general and focuses on accomplishing objectives which are outlined in policy and procedures on airport security. May work independently or with other staff with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.
- Acts on behalf of aviation security manager in the absence of same.
- Conducts, confirms and/or oversees daily security inspections to ensure airport security program compliance.
- Liaises with members of counterpart federal and regional agencies in the interest of security operations (TSA, FBI, ICE, CBP, APD, etc.)
- Assists in the administration and oversight of the airport gate guard services contract and the contract security personnel.
- Ensures compliance and enforcement of the City of Atlanta codes, airport security program, federal security mandates, and other applicable regulations as related to aviation safety and security.
- Implements security measures required for the designated threat level, as specified in the airport security program or transportation security administration security directives, program changes and information circulars.
- Leads airport security project teams in accomplishing specific security taskings.
- Assists in the review and approval of airport project security plans.
- Assists security management personnel with the creation and application of temporary and/or permanent security amendments.
- Coordinates the actions of multifunctional/multijurisdictional teams to accomplish security goals.
- Conducts investigations of security related incidents as required.
- Provides counseling to airport employees on security policies and procedures.
- Provides customer service assistance to the airport community stakeholders to ensure a safe and secure environment.
- Prepares written incident and statistical data reports or other security related reports for management and executive level personnel.
- Participates in meetings or planning sessions for airport projects as assigned.
- Communicates effectively with department personnel and the general public; responds to questions, complaints, and requests for information.
- Conducts security assessments in the pursuit of identifying security vulnerabilities and developing mitigation strategies for the identified vulnerabilities.
- Assists various federal, state and local agencies with emergency incident response and management.
- Trains and mentors newer employees on security systems operation and procedures.
- Conducts safety audits of airport to ensure current safety procedures are in place and functioning properly.
Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.
Leadership Provided
Serves as lead technical resource and subject matter expert on airport security operations. Will mentor and supervise less experienced staff in completing assigned duties.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.
- Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local regulations on airport security (1500 Series of Transportation Security Regulations, etc).
- Considerable knowledge of the operation and use of computer systems and equipment utilized in the security of airports.
- Considerable knowledge of the Airport Security Program.
- Considerable knowledge and awareness of the Aviation Security environment.
- Skill in conducting security assessments/audits and identifying deficiencies in security procedures.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite of Software (Word, Powerpoint and Excel).
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public.
- Ability to carry out assignments and lead others in their completion.
- Ability to operate airport security equipment and systems to maintain efficient delivery of services.
Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Aviation Management, Airport Management or related field.
- Four (4) years of directly related professional experience in security operations, law enforcement, military or related fields or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
- Must successfully pass a FBI fingerprint based criminal history records check with no disqualifying crimes within the last 10 years and a Security Threat Assessment conducted by the Transportation Security Administration.
- Master's degree in airport/aviation management, business/public administration and 4-6 years' experience in a security environment.
- Previous experience working in a Compliance Unit/ Section at a Category X airport
- Airport Certified Employee (ACE) – Security designation from the Association of Accredited Airport Executives.
- Certified Member (CM) accreditation from the Association of Accredited Airport Executives.
- Certified Protection Professional or Physical Security Professional designation from ASIS.
- Certified Aviation Security Professional certificate from the American Board for Certification in Homeland Security
- Certified Homeland Security designation (I-V) from the American Board for Certification in Homeland Security
Valid Georgia Driver’s License, or valid Driver’s License from another state, with ability to obtain Georgia Driver’s License within 30 days.
Essential Capabilities And Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. Must be able to stand for an extended period of time; walk and run without assistance; and lift 50 lbs on occasion.
It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
