Airport Assistant General Manager II - Public Safety & Security

City of Atlanta•College Park, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Sr. Deputy General Manager of the Office of Operations, the Airport Assistant General Manager II Public Safety & Security provides senior leadership and oversight for public safety and security at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The position is responsible for strategic planning and day-to-day operational leadership of assigned divisions, ensuring alignment with the Department of Aviation’s vision, mission, strategic plan, and performance management framework. This role plays a significant part in developing Airport policy and Airport strategic security operational plans. The position reports to the Senior Airport Sr. Deputy General Manager and leads overall administration, business, safety, security, traffic and code enforcement, compliance & enforcement, credentialing, access control, and airport police. It establishes and implements operational processes, procedures, and policies, and contributes significantly to airport policy development and strategic planning. The role provides executive-level operational, financial, and performance analysis to support informed decision-making, and directs multiple specialized, safety-sensitive functions through layers of directors and managers in a complex, 24/7 airport environment. This is a fully seasoned senior leadership role with broad decision-making authority, significant regulatory responsibility, and accountability for high-risk, mission-critical airport operations. It involves full-time supervisory work over large or complex permanently assigned work groups, which may include professional, technical, administrative, or infrastructure personnel. Positions at this level typically lead units with unique or highly technical responsibilities, multiple teams or crews, and safety- or regulatory-sensitive functions. Supervision may be over a group of similarly skilled employees or a group with varied skills. Positions at this level would typically lead a unit that has a unique or distinctive function; has a large work group with multiple crews or teams; or leads a group with highly technical or sensitive responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, homeland security, public administration, aviation management, emergency management or a related area
10 years of management experience in public safety and security, aviation management, or a related area; minimum 5 years in airport management
Eight (8) years' of leadership experience.
Valid State Issued Driver's License required.

Nice To Haves

Ten (10) plus years' of work experience in middle or senior management roles in airport security, airport operations, or airport emergency management
Master’s degree in aviation or transportation management, criminal justice, or a related area.

Responsibilities

Serves as a member of the senior management team and provides significant input into overall airport strategic, business, and financial plans.
Prepares strategic plans and reviews detailed operating plans to support airport-wide emergency management plans and objectives.
Directs assigned functions at the Airport in collaboration with emergency management staff: duty chiefs, directors, managers, and planners.
Prepares plans and procedures for responding to natural disasters and other emergencies.
Assures that units assigned are in compliance with all applicable regulations, including but not limited to those of the FAA, EPA, and Homeland Security.
Implements standards, regulations, policies, and procedures set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and other international, state, and local entities to ensure the Airport maintains its operating certificate.
Assures that all activities are carried out with a high level of attention to safety and security.
Establishes good working relationships with all Airport leadership, regulatory representatives, airline and concession management, local governments, and any other pertinent organizations with respect to the areas assigned.
Maintains compliance and reporting in accordance with City of Atlanta and Department of Aviation policies.
Responsible for accurate and timely financial and operational reporting to Senior and Executive Management.
Assists in developing performance metrics for operational evaluation and reporting.
Consolidates operating plans and budgets for review by the General Manager, Mayor’s Office, and City Council.
Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with airport leadership, business partners, department management, local governments, and other key stakeholders.
Maintains a high degree of professionalism and handles confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
Makes constant decisions regarding the stabilization efforts of the Airport during emergencies.
Must have the capacity to make timely decisions, often in stressful situations.
Must be adept at identifying strengths and weaknesses of all solutions and approaches, and the costs and benefits of each action.
Selects, manages, and develops leadership talent for units managed.
Provides guidance and coaching on an ongoing basis.
Plans for the future leadership needs of the group and develops potential future leaders and candidates for higher-level positions.
Provides both formal and informal feedback to subordinate staff.