This senior-level role is the second highest-ranking authority in the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) responsible for leading and coordinating all security activities at an airport. It involves overseeing daily security operations, managing staff and technology deployment, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. The role suits a leader with extensive experience in security or law enforcement programs, capable of advising the Federal Security Director on complex issues and developing strategic security plans.
Responsibilities
Assist the Federal Security Director (FSD) in leading a large, complex organization charged with monitoring the daily security operations of the airport
Be responsible for the overall day-to-day security operations, including deployment of security technology, deployment of staff, scheduling, risk management, compliance and inspections, law enforcement, stakeholder relations, and screening operations
Analyze and evaluate highly complex issues, advise the FSD regarding specific actions, and develop alternatives for new or revised plans for TSA security programs
Identify areas of major concern, review and evaluate the effectiveness of current program management activities, resolve issues with controversial or conflicting data, and develop options for effective management of overall TSA programs
Establish effective management controls over program activities, evaluate program accomplishments and deficiencies, and develop new concepts for the effective management of TSA programs
Organize and implement the Federal Security Crisis Management Response Plan, including coordination with airport and airline management, other Federal, state, and local government and law enforcement organizations, and appropriate private sector entities
Direct the activities of TSA baggage and passenger screeners, law enforcement officers, transportation inspectors, and other support and managerial staff
Oversee the implementation and maintenance of security technology within established guidelines
Establish the organizational structure and management systems required for threat identification, risk management, crisis management, employee accountability, and facility security (including all aircraft)
Interact regularly with Federal, state, and local officials, including members of Congress and their staff, mayors, and other high-level local and state representatives regarding airport operations and security policies, procedures, and practices at the airport
Maintain a work environment supportive of positive human relations and open communications between employees and managers
Ensure efficient management and safeguarding of resources
Ensure that internal controls meet agency standards
Requirements
One year of specialized experience at a level close to the level of the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required for successful performance
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Experience typically gained by working within this field or a closely related field of work, including managing programs related to corporate security, aviation security, force protection, law enforcement, or equivalent security/law enforcement programs
Experience directing staff activities, managing within established staff levels and budgets, and providing leadership to a diverse workforce
Progressively responsible leadership experience indicative of senior executive-level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section of the Job Opportunity Announcement
Experience of this nature typically gained at or above the equivalent of the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state and local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations
Pass a pre-employment drug test and be subject to random drug testing during employment
TS/SCI (Top Secret/Secured Compartmentalized Information) clearance that must be completed prior to appointment
Subject to a 5-year periodic investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
Important Details
Mobility: Subject to frequent changes in posts of duty and positions, and must be prepared to accept reassignments for operational, career development, or other reasons determined to be in the best interest of the Transportation Security Administration
About the Company
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created in the wake of 9/11 to strengthen the security of the nation's transportation systems while ensuring the freedom of movement for people and commerce. TSA employs a risk-based strategy to secure U.S. transportation systems, with nearly 50,000 Transportation Security Officers and approximately 2,800 Behavior Detection Officers each day at more than 450 airports nationwide. The agency continuously sets the standard for excellence in transportation security through its people, processes, technologies, and use of intelligence to drive operations.
