Airport Operations Coordinator - Security

Position Overview

The Airport Operations Coordinator ensures operational excellence throughout the Security section of Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) by maintaining a safe and secure airport environment. The Security team serves a wide scope of internal and external customers including the traveling public, employees, and stakeholders by conducting inspections of operations and coordinating operational or security activities. The section ensures the airport maintains compliance with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) approved Airport Security Plan, as well as TSA mandated Rules and Regulations.

Purpose Of The Position

This role acts as the security regulation subject matter expert during security emergencies and assists with planning, training, and carrying out mitigation efforts to reduce the threat level to IAH and enhance overall airport security posture. The position proactively locates and resolves security issues and violations, conducts routine compliance inspections, and supports counterparts to ensure safety and customer service are at the forefront of the passenger experience. Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring operational and security activities to ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinating with airport staff and other agencies on corrective actions to maintain compliance.
• Coordinates emergency response with other agencies to ensure safety of life and property.
• Conducting communications with airline, tenant and airport personnel and resolving problems between airport customers and tenants.
• Acting as field security liaison during emergencies, commanding operational activities, and maintaining order during aeronautical-related emergencies.
• Participating in tabletop or field exercises and tests of response resources.
• Resolving security related issues from airport customers and tenants and meeting with tenants to explain airport security policies and procedures.
• Observing and reporting tenant and airline security activities, identifying violations and ensuring penalties are carried out.
• Leading, assigning tasks, and training lower-level security, communications, and operational personnel; coordinating work with the identification badging unit.
• Keeping abreast of existing and new legislation and ensuring compliance to federal, state, and local requirements; advising airport management on needed action.
• Contributing to the team effort by performing related duties as needed.

Working Conditions

The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items (up to 40 pounds) and long periods of walking on rough surfaces. Exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture / wetness and unpleasant air conditions and soiled materials may occur. The role involves routine exposure to light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. Requires accurate eye / hand coordination and fine tolerance demands.

Minimum Requirements

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Application Procedures

Only online applications will be accepted. Applications must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period. Submit online at : http : / / www.houstontx.gov. For application status, log in at : http : / / agency.governmentjobs.com / houston / default.cfm or call 281-233-1842. Special services or accommodations : call 281-233-1842 (TTY 7-1-1). Login assistance : 855-524-5627. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. Attach cover letter and resume. EEO Statement below.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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