Security Manager

Job Description

Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) is seeking a Security Program Manager in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area contingent upon contract award.

Duties:

The successful candidate defines and oversees security operations through subordinate Supervisors, who direct the security workforce. This includes evaluating the programs supervised to ensure mission accomplishment and priorities; procedural policy and compliance; and technical competence. Our Manager plans and organizes the most efficient use of resources to meet these requirements through development and analysis of employee work schedules.

Our Manager performs the full-range of both administrative and technical supervision. These include: assigning work; planning and scheduling work; approving leave; assessing employee performance; making selections and promotions. Responsibilities also include: hearing and resolving complaints from employees; taking disciplinary action; identifying training and developmental needs; improving quality and service performance; developing and being accountable for goals and objectives. Our Manager also assists in developing budgets; directing major program segments; approving awards and other personnel actions; and making decisions on work problems and recommendations.

The successful candidate must respond to a very complex working environment including dealing directly with all levels of security management, Airport Authority, law enforcement, labor relations, Federal and State regulatory agencies, airline-contracted personnel, and local government officials.

Requirements:

Must be a US citizen, U. S. National or Lawful Permanent Resident

Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age

Must have a bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited institution and at least two (2) years of supervisory experience in security

Must have and maintain a valid Class “D” Security Officer license from the State of Florida, pursuant to Section 493, Florida Statutes

Must have and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s license

Must be able to obtain and maintain an Airport Issued Identification Media (badge) and a Customs and Border Protection Seal and pass all background checks and tests necessary

Must complete all emergency training required

Must be able to communicate proficiently (both orally and in writing) in EnglishCompany Description

America’s largest privately owned company dedicated exclusively to aviation security. Our services include passenger, baggage, cargo, and employee screening, external/internal airport patrols, access control, air carrier security services, and more. Covenant Aviation Security, LLC has provided over 35 million hours of aviation security services.

Covenant was founded in 1992 to provide highly trained and motivated protective security forces to government agencies and select commercial customers. Building on Covenant's reputation for first class delivery of high-quality service and cost-effective contract administration, Covenant has enjoyed substantial growth while maintaining an unparalleled commitment to performance.

Full-time