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Job Description
Posting expires: 10/26/2026
Salary range: $168,200.00-$200,000.00
Airport Assistant General Manager II GE21
Public Safety & Security
General Description and Classification Standards:
Under direction of the Sr. Deputy General Manager of the Office of Operations, the Airport Assistant General Manager II Public Safety & Security provides senior leadership and oversight for public safety and security at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The position is responsible for strategic planning and day-to-day operational leadership of assigned divisions, ensuring alignment with the Department of Aviation’s vision, mission, strategic plan, and performance management framework; plays a significant role in developing Airport policy and Airport strategic security operational plans.
- Reports to the Senior Airport Sr. Deputy General Manager and leads overall administration, business, safety, security, traffic and code enforcement, compliance & enforcement, credentialing, access control, and airport police.
- Establishes and implements operational processes, procedures, and policies; contributes significantly to airport policy development and strategic planning
- Provides executive-level operational, financial, and performance analysis to support informed decision-making
- Directs multiple specialized, safety-sensitive functions through layers of directors and managers in a complex, 24/7 airport environment
- Exercises broad decision-making authority requiring sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to manage complex operational challenges
Fully seasoned senior leadership role with broad decision-making authority, significant regulatory responsibility, and accountability for high-risk, mission-critical airport operations. This is full-time supervisory work over large or complex permanently assigned work groups, which may include professional, technical, administrative, or infrastructure personnel. Positions at this level typically lead units with unique or highly technical responsibilities, multiple teams or crews, and safety- or regulatory-sensitive functions.
Supervision may be over a group of similarly skilled employees or a group with varied skills. Positions at this level would typically lead a unit that has a unique or distinctive function; has a large work group with multiple crews or teams; or leads a group with highly technical or sensitive responsibilities. CLASSIFICATION NOTE: This is not a promotional level for Supervisor II. Classification should be based on job content and the specific supervisory responsibilities.
Supervision Received:
Works under general direction with substantial independence and exercises executive-level judgment in managing complex airport operations and regulatory responsibilities. Serves in a senior leadership and policy advisory capacity.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.
- Serves as a member of the senior management team and provides significant input into overall airport strategic, business, and financial plans.
- Prepares strategic plans and reviews detailed operating plans to support airport-wide emergency management plans and objectives.
- Direct assigned functions at the Airport in collaboration with emergency management staff: duty chiefs, directors, managers, and planners.
- Prepare plans and procedures for responding to natural disasters and other emergencies to
- Assure that units assigned are incompliance with all applicable regulations, including but not limited to those of the FAA, EPA, and Homeland Security. With respect to areas of responsibility, implement standards, regulations, policies and procedures set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and other international, state and local entities to ensure the Airport maintains its operating certificate.
- Assure that all activities are carried out with a high level of attention to safety and security.
- Establish good working relationships with all Airport leadership, regulatory representatives, airline and concession management, local governments and any other pertinent organizations with respect to the areas assigned.
- Maintains compliance and reporting in accordance with City of Atlanta and Department of Aviation policies.
- Responsible for accurate and timely financial and operational reporting to Senior and Executive Management.
- Assists in developing performance metrics for operational evaluation and reporting
- Consolidates operating plans and budgets for review by the General Manager, Mayor’s Office, and City Council
- Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with airport leadership, business partners, department management, local governments, and other key stakeholders
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism and handles confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Required to make constant decisions regarding the stabilization efforts of the Airport during emergencies. Must have the capacity to make timely decisions, often in stressful situations. Must be adept at identifying strengths and weaknesses of all solutions and approaches, and the costs and benefits of each action.
- Select, manage, and develop leadership talent for units managed. Provide guidance and coaching on an ongoing basis. Plan for the future leadership needs of the group and develop potential future leaders and candidates for higher-level positions. Provide both formal and informal feedback to subordinate staff.
The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.
- Extensive knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations governing airport operations to include airfield certification, security, maintenance and emergency planning.
- Knowledge of organization and direction of functions, activities and services in the operation and maintenance of city airports.
- Knowledge of practices, procedures and techniques involved in the research, development and implementation of revenue-generating airport programs, projects and functions.
- Knowledge of aviation terms and communication phraseology.
- Knowledge of methods, practices, tools, and equipment used.
- Knowledge of safe working practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and custodial maintenance practices and procedures. Knowledge of airport, airline, and aircraft operations.
- Knowledge of record-keeping and reporting procedures.
- Ability to supervise and manage a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work.
- Ability to read, understand, interpret, and explain complex Federal and State rules and regulations.
- Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates.
- Ability to hear and speak clearly in order to monitor and communicate via radio.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience -
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, homeland security, public administration, aviation management, emergency management or a related area
- 10 years of management experience in public safety and security, aviation management, or a related area; minimum 5 years in airport management
- Eight(8) years' of leadership experience.
Licensures and Certifications -
Valid State Issued Driver's License required.
Preferred Requirements -
- Ten (10) plus years' of work experience in middle or senior management roles in airport security, airport operations, or airport emergency management
- Master’s degree in aviation or transportation management, criminal justice, , or a related area.
Work Environment:
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with the job.
Lifting Requirements:
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
