Aviation Security Manager

Columbus Regional Airport Authority•Columbus, OH

7h•$105,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority manages and operates passenger-focused John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), cargo-focused Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and general aviation airport Bolton Field (TZR). We are a diverse group of committed and talented professionals who show up every day to take CRAA to new heights. Although our roles are as diverse as we are – from Custodial Services to Customer Service, from Accounting to Airport Police, from HVAC to Human Resources – we have one common goal: connect Ohio with the world. Our organization is in constant motion, moving people and cargo 365 days a year. With our core values of Accountability, Innovation and Respect guiding us, we each do our part to contribute to our organization, the aviation industry, local businesses, and the economy. We create experiences for passengers, we create opportunities for businesses, and we create economic growth for Columbus. Trust and respect are the foundation of our culture. We invite new ideas. We encourage innovation. We are inclusive and welcoming. We are empowered to enact positive change. Your “Take Off” will be successful by doing the following with excellence: Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including overseeing scheduling of employees, making hiring, terminations, and disciplinary recommendations, and conducting performance evaluations. Serves as the Primary Airport Security Coordinator for John Glenn Columbus Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International (LCK) to ensure regulatory compliance for each respective Airport Security Program (ASP). Leads local security policy through the management and review of both ASPs, including permanent and temporary amendments, interpretation, negotiation, and implementation of TSA issued Security Directives and National Amendments. Reviews security violations and makes determinations on badge suspensions, revocations, or denials. Oversee the Airport Identification Office at each airport, including criminal history records checks, badge issuance, training, and regulatory and non-regulatory access control. Develops and implements a Security Management System (SeMS) to manage all physical security policies and practices for the Authority. Assists with developing emergency preparedness and response procedures and coordinates security and safety training, as it relates to the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) and the Airport Security Program (ASP), for the airport and responding community agencies, including incident response training. Prepares and administers the budget, including tracking and monitoring and approval of purchased goods, services and staff travel. Reviews plans, specifications and bidding documents, operational, airfield and general aviation contracts. Participate in national industry committees and attend conferences. Leads projects and/or collaborates with other departments on project creation and implementation. Performs related work as required. Your “Landing” will be smooth if you meet th e following requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management or a related field and minimum five (5) years of related aviation security experience, or equivalent of education and years of experience Previous supervisory experience required Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 1520, 1540, 1542, 1544 and 1546, as well as 14 CFR Part 139, Airport Certification and Security Practices The administration of airline and general aviation activities to include current threats and trends within the aviation security realm. Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) Certification, strongly preferred Ability to acquire a DHS/TSA Sponsored Classified level Security Clearance Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license, in good standing Salary range for this position is $105,000.00 - $120,000.00. The offered salary is evaluated using internal equity, job knowledge, skills, and experience. Able to pass a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana (medical marijuana cards are not acceptable) The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, and all other groups or classes protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Authority does not tolerate violence or drug use in the workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management or a related field and minimum five (5) years of related aviation security experience, or equivalent of education and years of experience
Previous supervisory experience required
Knowledge of 49 CFR Part 1520, 1540, 1542, 1544 and 1546, as well as 14 CFR Part 139, Airport Certification and Security Practices
The administration of airline and general aviation activities to include current threats and trends within the aviation security realm.
Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license, in good standing
Able to pass a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana (medical marijuana cards are not acceptable)

Nice To Haves

Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) Certification, strongly preferred
Ability to acquire a DHS/TSA Sponsored Classified level Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including overseeing scheduling of employees, making hiring, terminations, and disciplinary recommendations, and conducting performance evaluations.
Serves as the Primary Airport Security Coordinator for John Glenn Columbus Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International (LCK) to ensure regulatory compliance for each respective Airport Security Program (ASP).
Leads local security policy through the management and review of both ASPs, including permanent and temporary amendments, interpretation, negotiation, and implementation of TSA issued Security Directives and National Amendments.
Reviews security violations and makes determinations on badge suspensions, revocations, or denials.
Oversee the Airport Identification Office at each airport, including criminal history records checks, badge issuance, training, and regulatory and non-regulatory access control.
Develops and implements a Security Management System (SeMS) to manage all physical security policies and practices for the Authority.
Assists with developing emergency preparedness and response procedures and coordinates security and safety training, as it relates to the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) and the Airport Security Program (ASP), for the airport and responding community agencies, including incident response training.
Prepares and administers the budget, including tracking and monitoring and approval of purchased goods, services and staff travel.
Reviews plans, specifications and bidding documents, operational, airfield and general aviation contracts.
Participate in national industry committees and attend conferences.
Leads projects and/or collaborates with other departments on project creation and implementation.
Performs related work as required.