Aviation Security Administrator

City of Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Administer and coordinate the continuous improvement of the Albuquerque Airport Security Program, ensuring compliance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and other regulatory requirements. Coordinate daily security and access control operations, badging systems, and Sensitive Security Information (SSI) handling; conduct inspections and incident reviews; and work with airport divisions, tenants, contractors, and law enforcement to maintain a secure, compliant airport environment. Support security training, emergency preparedness, technology, and program improvements, serving as a key liaison and resource on aviation security matters. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. The position administers and implements the City of Albuquerque’s Airport Security Program, policies, procedures, and contingency plans. It coordinates security projects, exercises, emergency preparedness, inspections, incident response, training, access control, and security-related equipment and technology. The role maintains security records and reports, safeguards SSI, evaluates compliance and security risks, and provides guidance and recommendations to management and airport stakeholders. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, six years of transportation security, airport security operations, or law enforcement experience, including three years of supervisory experience. Airport airline operations or security experience and two years of aviation-related experience are preferred, as are specified airport security certifications. A valid New Mexico driver’s license, a City Operator’s Permit within six months of hire, qualification for a Sunport Access Control Card, and successful completion of a U.S. Customs & Border Protection background check are required. The employee may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays. The work environment includes office and airport settings, travel between sites, and exposure to noise, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, and inclement weather. Physical activities may include prolonged walking, standing, and sitting, moderate to heavy lifting, bending, and kneeling.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in aviation management, airport operations, aviation security, criminal justice, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
Six years of transportation security, airport security operations, or law enforcement experience.
Three years of supervisory experience, included within the required experience.
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis.
Valid New Mexico Driver’s License, or ability to obtain one by the date of hire.
Obtain a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within six months of hire.
Successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Access Control Card under Aviation Department and TSA criteria.
Successfully complete a security background check conducted by U.S. Customs & Border Protection.
May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical capacity for prolonged walking, standing, and sitting; moderate to heavy lifting; bending; and kneeling.

Nice To Haves

Experience in airport airline operations or security.
Two years of aviation-related experience.
Airport Certified Employee (ACE) certification.
Certified Member (C.M.) certification.
American Association of Airport Executives Accreditation (AAE).
Airport Security Coordinator certification.
Airport Trusted Agent certification.
TSA Regulation Part 1542 certification.

Responsibilities

Administer and implement the City of Albuquerque’s Airport Security Program, security policies, procedures, and contingency plans; evaluate practices and recommend improvements to security effectiveness, access control, and compliance.
Coordinate special projects, program initiatives, security assessments, regulatory inspections, and other security program assignments.
Plan, coordinate, and evaluate security exercises, emergency preparedness activities, and incident responses with airport stakeholders and response partners; document outcomes and track improvements.
Develop and implement daily aviation security and access control activities, identify operational issues, and recommend corrective actions.
Coordinate security and access control requirements with Aviation Department divisions, airlines, tenants, concessionaires, contractors, and government agencies; provide guidance on procedures, access requirements, regulatory changes, and operational impacts.
Select, train, motivate, and evaluate personnel; coordinate training, address deficiencies, and implement discipline and termination procedures.
Coordinate development, scheduling, delivery, and documentation of aviation security training for employees, tenants, contractors, and authorized personnel.
Identify and evaluate security needs, equipment, technology, staffing, and other resources; research security practices and technologies and recommend improvements.
Maintain and analyze security records, databases, logs, inspection and training records, access control information, and statistical reports; prepare periodic and special reports.
Monitor and evaluate badging, electronic access control, fingerprinting, security databases, and related systems; coordinate resolution of deficiencies and recommend enhancements.
Review security incidents, violations, complaints, and inspection findings; document incidents, identify trends, and recommend corrective or preventive measures.
Coordinate security requirements for construction, renovation, special events, and operational changes; assess potential security impacts and establish appropriate measures and access controls.
Assist in administration of security contracts, equipment, supplies, and resources; monitor inventories and maintenance, coordinate procurement and replacement, and assist with expenditure monitoring.
Direct and coordinate daily work activities, schedules, assignments, inspections, special operations, and priority responses; monitor performance and recommend process improvements.
Serve as a liaison and technical resource on airport security; assist with staff reports, correspondence, presentations, and recommendations.
Monitor aviation security threats, regulatory requirements, industry standards, best practices, and technology; assess impacts and recommend or help implement program, procedure, training, and operational changes.
Safeguard SSI and other sensitive information; ensure appropriate access, handling, documentation, maintenance, and dissemination.
Coordinate and conduct inspections, assessments, and compliance reviews of airport facilities, restricted areas, access points, perimeter security, tenant operations, and other airport property; document findings and coordinate corrective actions.
Monitor contractor and tenant compliance with the Airport Security Program, regulations, procedures, and contractual requirements; communicate deficiencies, coordinate corrective actions, and escalate significant or unresolved concerns.
Maintain awareness of developments in aviation security and surveillance and incorporate relevant developments into programs.
Attend professional group meetings and stay current on trends and innovations in aviation security and surveillance.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.