Executive Leader, Airport Public Safety & Security

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking an Airport Assistant General Manager II to provide senior leadership for public safety and security at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. You will guide strategic planning, policy development, and day-to-day operations across safety, security, credentialing, and enforcement.

The role involves executive-level analysis, budget oversight, and collaboration with diverse partners to ensure compliant, safe airport operations 24/7.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; related fields allowed.
• Minimum 10 years of management experience in public safety/aviation.
• Minimum 8 years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the senior management team and provide input into strategic plans.
• Prepare and review plans to support emergency management objectives.
• Direct assigned airport functions with directors, managers and planners.
• Develop plans for responding to natural disasters and emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, TSA, EPA and local regulations.
• Maintain high safety and security standards across units.

Skills

Airport operations

Emergency management

Strategic planning

Policy development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field

10 years of management experience in public safety/aviation

8 years of leadership experience

Job description

City of Atlanta is seeking an Airport Assistant General Manager II to provide senior leadership for public safety and security at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. You will guide strategic planning, policy development, and day-to-day operations across safety, security, credentialing, and enforcement.

The role involves executive-level analysis, budget oversight, and collaboration with diverse partners to ensure compliant, safe airport operations 24/7.