GENERAL SUMMARY

Manages the Department of Public Safety to maintain compliance with Municipal, State, and Federal regulations that pertain to the airport law enforcement, aircraft rescue firefighting, and emergency medical response to ensure life safety, incident stabilization, and property conservation. Coordinates airport security with staff, other MKAA departments, and tenants in accordance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulatory requirements and the Airport Authority's Airport Security Program. Manages Public Safety Officers responsible for airport law enforcement, aircraft rescue and firefighting, and emergency medical services. Also manages the airport security officers, fire inspector, dispatch, badging, and other assigned staff. Reviews department activities to determine if the incident and response is reportable to regulatory agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff. Supervisory functions include: makes hiring and termination decisions in accordance with MKAA policy and procedures; prioritizes assignments and directs work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes in accordance with MKAA policy and procedures; and acts as liaison between employees and higher level management.
• Serves as the Primary - Airport Security Coordinator and administers, implements, and enforces the Airport Security Program. Supports Planning and Development Department with projects as needed. Establishes and maintains access groups and levels for all credentialed employees.
• Ensures administrative, budgetary, and regulatory compliance functions are performed and maintained for the Department of Public Safety.
• Coordinates and serves as the custodian of the Airport Emergency Plan, representing MKAA to local, state and federal agencies.
• Functions as the Chief Law Enforcement Officer/Chief Fire Officer and reviews department activities to determine if an incident and the department’s response is reportable to regulatory agencies. Plans for upcoming airport events that may require operational or staffing modifications and ensures those needs are addressed. Provides regulatory interpretation for both department staff and airport tenant managers.
• Participates on the Safety Committee.
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, law enforcement, criminal justice, or other discipline. Equivalent experience will be considered if ability to meet position requirements is demonstrated by the candidate.
• 9+ years' experience in Airport Security, police, fire, or emergency services administration
• 5+ years’ experience in a people leadership role; Command level experience preferred

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Airport Security Coordinator certification / designation, or ability obtain within 6 months
• ACE – Security certification / designation, or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Tennessee Peace Officer Standards & Training Commission (POST) and Tennessee Fire Commission certifications or ability to obtain within 12 months

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