Airport Security Program Lead, MKE

Pro Selection Capital Humano; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Uniforms

Professional Development

Job summary

Covenant Aviation Security in Milwaukee is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead airport security operations at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE). You will oversee staffing, scheduling, training, badging, and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

The role serves as a key liaison between CAS, the airport, law enforcement, and other external stakeholders. You will drive workforce performance and operational excellence in a regulated, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of five (5) years of aviation or security management experience.
• Seven (7) years of aviation or security management experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree requirement.
• Must possess a valid Security License issued by the Wisconsin DSPS.
• Must be able to obtain AAAE ACE – Security certification within one year of contract enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of security operations and personnel assigned to the MKE contract.
• Ensure all contractual terms, performance requirements, and service expectations are met.
• Ensure compliance with post orders, procedures, client rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate programs, procedures, and workforce performance for mission accomplishment and service quality.
• Plan staffing and resource use to meet contractual requirements.
• Develop and review employee work schedules for staffing coverage.
• Monitor schedule assignments and adjust as needed.
• Assess employee performance and participate in staffing decisions.
• Address employee concerns and administer disciplinary actions per policy.
• Identify training needs and partner with resources to improve performance.
• Establish operational goals and performance standards.
• Assist with budget development and resolution of issues.
• Support badging, training, scheduling, and administrative tasks.
• Liaise with airport management, law enforcement, regulators, airline partners, and local government.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

Scheduling

Training

Compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

AAAE ACE – Security

Job description

Covenant Aviation Security in Milwaukee is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead airport security operations at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE). You will oversee staffing, scheduling, training, badging, and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

The role serves as a key liaison between CAS, the airport, law enforcement, and other external stakeholders. You will drive workforce performance and operational excellence in a regulated, high-stakes environment.