About the role
Job Overview
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general direction of the Assistant Vice President, Airport Security and Emergency Management, is responsible for the Department of Public Safety civilian security officer program and, in that role, develops, implements and oversees a comprehensive and innovative airport security program for DFW International Airport Board. Functions include security operations, basic and advanced training of security personnel, security research and innovation, regulatory compliance and identifying and addressing emerging Airport security threats. Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to Airside, Landside, Air Operations Area (AOA) gates and corporate campuses. Manages the overall training, planning and scheduling of security personnel; reviews conditions and analyzes equipment needs.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads and develops the strategy and direction of a comprehensive airport security program for DFW Airport Board.
Develops and implements the Airport’s comprehensive and innovative airport security program to include security policies, procedures, programs, training, research, compliance, and innovation.
Develops and oversees the business plan to ensure the most effective and cost efficient method of maintaining a Department of Public Safety civilian security officer program.
Manages an internal staff of over 180 professional security staff; manages the overall planning and scheduling of security personnel.
Monitors and evaluates the workplace to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, Board and department and policies and the DFW Airport Security Plan (ASP).
Participates in construction meetings and meetings with contractors, tenant airlines and governmental agencies for security liaison purposes.
Oversees training programs for security personnel; responsible for ensuring security personnel enforce all access procedures and policies.
Reviews facility conditions and analyzes surveillance equipment needs for all field operations and makes recommendations to Airport staff regarding necessary security improvements.
9. Directs the installation/maintenance of electronic security equipment and…
