Job Opportunity:  Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance Manager

Annual Compensation Range:  $155,870 to $198,952

Link to Apply:  Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance Manager – Safety, Security, and Airside Services – SFO (0931) – 160256

Role description

The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is hiring an Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance Manager. The Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance Manager is responsible for championing, managing, and continually enhancing robust aviation security programs, which includes developing, implementing, and maintaining procedures and controls to ensure secure airport operations and compliance with federal and other laws and regulations. The incumbent manages the Airport Security Program (ASP), compliance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations/directives, Airport rules and regulations, and related security compliance elements. Working closely with internal operating divisions and airport stakeholders, this role will establish and implement regulatory and operational policies and procedures in aviation security. The Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance Manager will serve as the primary lead with TSA; represent the Airport on security matters; interface with all managerial levels of City & County government and outside agencies, airlines, and airport tenants; represent the airport in meetings involving administrative systems, policies, and procedures; and perform related duties as required.

You are excited about this opportunity because you will:

1. Develop, implement, and maintain procedures, administrative monitoring practices and controls of airport security and compliance programs in order to maintain secure airport operations and compliance with federal regulations and other laws and regulations.
2. Manage and develop a high performance team focused on collaboration across the airport; plan, monitor, evaluate, and supervise the work of immediate employees to improve performance related to airport security and compliance programs.
3. Direct the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; adjust plan and programs to meet emerging or new programs while continuing to address major departmental priorities.
4. Manage security projects and programs, including technology development and vendor/systems management; approve changes to the access control system including requests for additional airport access.
5. Direct and monitor expenditures in accordance with the approved budget including multiple complex contracts; analyze alternative and innovative solutions to recommend the most cost effective solutions to senior management; provide management with early warning and practical options to potential cost overruns.
6. Evaluate events affecting security; proactively develop processes and procedures to enhance and improve the security and compliance programs; advise senior management on these matters; manage security investigations and approve written reports for compliance matters.
7. Represent the Airport as the designated Primary Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) for all TSA correspondence including, but not limited to, Letters of Investigations (LOIs) and security matters; administer the Airport’s Security Program (ASP).
8. Identify, develop, recommend, and implement aviation security and compliance policies and procedures to achieve security excellence throughout the airport; approve ASP amendments and change conditions; approve plans, procedures, drawings, and provide security related requirements for airport construction projects and existing facilities.
9. Promote teamwork and innovation in airport security by demonstrating leadership consistence with established core values.
10. Develop the vision and strategic planning for aviation security and compliance programs in order to deliver on the airport’s mission and overall goals; lead cross-functional work groups and committees to further the airport’s objectives.
11. Review and analyze aviation security reports and audits; identify trends and systemic problem areas; develop and implement appropriate programs and corrective actions.
12. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the aviation security and compliance program units, organizational structure, staffing levels, financial systems, and other internal operations; identify and recommend alternative approaches or improvements; implement revisions, adjustments, and changes.
13. Serve as a liaison for the Airport with a variety of other City & County staff, industry leaders, policy-making officials, and officials of outside agencies; explain and justify procedures, policies, or programs related to aviation security and compliance; negotiate and resolve difficult and complex issues and problems.

Please note that incumbents in this classification may be required to perform duties as listed in the class specification, which can be found on DHR’s website: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=0931&setId=COMMN

Nature of Work: The normal work period is Monday through Friday, however, you may be required to report to work on weekends, evenings, and holidays to support Airport emergencies.

How to qualify
Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; AND
Experience: Five (5) years of professional-level experience in aviation operations, of which three (3) years must include airport or air carrier security management experience overseeing regulatory and compliance issues and three (3) years supervising professionals; AND
License and Certification: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California driver’s license prior to employment.

Education Substitution: Additional qualifying full-time work experience (2000 hours equal one year) as described above may substitute up to two (2) years of the required education. One (1) year of work experience equals to 30 semester units or 45 quarter units.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Strong background and experience interpreting and developing programs in compliance with TSA regulations, including Part 1542.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to stakeholders of all levels within an organization.
  Program and/or project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience in high-quality judgment and sound decision-making capability.
• Demonstrated experience resolving difficult and complex issues or problems.
• AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE)-Security Certified.
• AAAE Certified Member (C.M.).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.