THE POSITION: The Airport Security Supervisor is responsible for managing, reviewing, overseeing and participating in the work of staff responsible for airport security, badging and credentialing, and operations functions and activities at the Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) during an assigned shift; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and to participates in monitoring and coordinating activities of air carriers, contractors, and other users for compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

THE AIRPORT: As the only commercial service airport in the Coachella Valley, PSP serves millions of enthusiastic travelers every year. Located just minutes from downtown, the airport is owned and operated by the City of Palm Springs. Through a dozen different airlines, PSP offers nonstop flights to more than 30 destinations and one-stop travel possibilities to over 300 cities worldwide. To see all the exciting things going on at PSP visit the Progress PSP website!

Examples of Essential and General Responsibilities:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Formal responsibilities as Alternate Security Coordinator (alternate ASC).
• Supervise, plan, schedule, and coordinate the work of a team of specialists responsible for badging, permitting, training, and other programs related to security and operations.
• Provide administrative direction to operations and security teams during non-emergency and emergency situations in the absence of the Airport Security Manager.
• Assists with administrating IT based security and CCTV systems.
• Inventory supplies for badge media, permits, and office supplies and procures stock
• Plan, coordinate, and provide training for new airport staff and ongoing security training to ensure that all members are properly prepared to carry out functions.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and leading security tabletop exercises required by Title 49, CFR Part 1542.
• Conduct non-routine inspections of landside, airside, and terminal facilities and surrounding areas and audits airport safety and security functions.
• Serves as Trusted Agent.
• Coordinates and oversees commercial ground transportation permitting and compliance.
• Works with Transportation Security Administration and Customs and Boarder Protection managers, inspectors, agents, and supporting personnel to facilitate efficient services.
• Occasionally assigned to work as Airport Operations Supervisor to cover shift work.
• Participate in the selection of airport operations staff; provide or coordinate staff training with personnel assigned to shift; work with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings.
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of airport operations security and construction.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum and Preferred Requirements:
Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered; however, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the selection process. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the “Work Experience” section of the application; other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications. (One year of work experience is the equivalent of 12 months of full-time work. “Full-time work” means at least 36 hours of work over a period of one week or 1,872 hours of work over a period of at least 12 months.) Qualifications noted as “desirable” or “preferred” are not included as part of the minimum requirements.

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience at a Part 139 commercial airport, airline, or military service branch working directly with flight operations, security, or intelligence; or two (2) years in the operations division of Palm Springs International Airport.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience is required.
• One year of supervisory experience at a Part 139 commercial airport is preferred.

Training:

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in aviation safety or security, law enforcement or intelligence or a related field, or equivalent is preferred.

License or Certificates:

• Possession of and ability to maintain, an appropriate, valid California driver license, with a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, which is approved through the Federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
• Possession of, or ability to obtain  and maintain an Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) certification.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid C.P.R. Certificate.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid First Aid Certificate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following work environment and physical conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations

Environmental Conditions:

Office environment; construction and airfield environment; enclosed communication control center environment.   Airport environment with exposure to computer screens, heat, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, and potentially dangerous situations.

Physical Condition:

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing, sitting, and driving for prolonged periods.