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Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Security Manager

On site

Dallas-fort worth metroplex, United states

Full Time

18-11-2025

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Job Specifications

Job Overview

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists with the development and implementation of the Airport’s security policies, procedures and programs for all Air Operation Area (AOA) / Secure Identification Display Area (SIDA) gates, aviation worker screening program, terminal patrols and roving patrols.
2. Recommends and implements procedures and systems for visitor control, employee identification and safeguard beyond the Airport’s AOA / SIDA gates.
3. Assists with the development and oversight of the business plan to ensure the most effective and cost-efficient method of maintaining a Department of Public Safety civilian security officer program.
4. Supervises an internal staff of civilian security supervisors; manages the overall planning and scheduling of security officer personnel.
5. Reviews reports and informs management of incidents; reviews, investigates and resolves internal and external issues/complaints in the field and over the telephone.
6. Monitors and evaluates the workplace to ensure compliance with Board and Department policies, federal, state and local regulations and the DFW Airport Security Plan (ASP).
7. Develops and conducts training programs for security personnel; responsible for ensuring security personnel enforce all access procedures and policies.
8. Reviews facility conditions and analyzes surveillance / screening equipment needs for all AOA/SIDA gates and aviation worker access points ; making recommendations through DPS chain of command regarding necessary security improvements.
9. Assists the Senior Security Manager with directing the installation/maintenance of electronic security equipment and coordinates with appropriate departments to ensure effective operation.
10. Takes an active role in budget related issues to include preparation, analytical justification of
yearly requests, forecasting, industry benchmarking, and prudent stewardship of the adopted budget throughout the fiscal year.
11. Develops detailed, professional-level reports and presentations as required.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Completion of high school curriculum or equivalent.
Three (3) years supervisory experience in law enforcement or security or two (2) year experience as a Security Supervisor with the DFW Airport Department of Public Safety.
Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above.
Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license.
Citizenship of the United State of America.
Has not been convicted of a Class “B” misdemeanor within the last ten years or any offense greater than a Class “B”.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Ability to work all shifts and days of the week including holidays
Knowledge of modern security principles, practices, techniques, methods and equipment.
Knowledge of the functions of other governmental agencies as they relate to security and public safety services.
Knowledge of the Airport Security Plan (ASP).
Ability to plan, organize, staff, coordinate and direct the activities of a civilian security staff.
Ability to establish priorities, standards and procedures for a civilian security staff.
Ability to convey ideas clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, Board officials, other public officials and the public.
Ability to implement sound business management procedures.
Ability to analyze complex problems and formulate solutions or recommendations.
Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate facts to prepare and present concise oral and written reports.

Desirable

Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Homeland Security or related field.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Must obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Airport Identification/Access Badge (badge) in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements in Chapter 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 1500 et al., and DFW Airport’s Airport Security Program within thirty (30) days from date of employment and maintain qualification for a SIDA badge upon each badge renewal.
This is a designated safety sensitive position as defined in DFW Airport’s Drug and Alcohol Administrative Policy and Procedure. Applicants selected for this position will be required to pass a drug test prior to employment and to submit to drug screening on a random basis during the length of their employment in the safety sensitive position.
This is a designated Essential Employee position as defined in DFW Airport’s Categories and Classifications Administrative Policy and Procedure. An essential employee is one whose attendance is required to maintain airport operations during an emergency or inclement weather situation.
Must be able to meet all initial and recurrent training requirements in accordance with Title 14 CFR part 139 and administrative Policy AO.014.01, Ground Vehicle

About the Company

DFW Airport, the 2022 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) winner for Best Airport that serves over 40 million passengers in North America by Airports Council International (ACI), warmly welcomes more than 72.2 million customers along their journey every year, making DFW one of the most frequently visited superhub airports in the world. DFW Airport customers can choose among 191 domestic and 63 international nonstop destinations worldwide. DFW is elevating the customer experience with modernized facilities and updated amenities, in... Know more