Airport Security Specialist - Airport Communications Center

Airport Security Specialist - Airport Communications Center

Join a fast‑paced airport team where safety, security, and exceptional service come together every day. In this role, you’ll help keep airport operations running smoothly by monitoring security systems, supporting emergency response efforts, and assisting passengers, tenants, and staff with professionalism and care. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy meaningful, hands‑on work that makes a real impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Posting is for a Full‑Time (40 hours/week with full benefits) Airport Security Specialist position, and is a great opportunity to gain valuable industry knowledge, training, and experience in all areas of Airport Operations. This is a technical position that works within the Airport Communications Center, landside/airside areas, and other locations as directed conducting operational and safety inspections and activities. Work involves monitoring and enforcing day‑to‑day aviation operations and coordinating responses to airport emergencies.

Operates airport surveillance, access control, fire alarm, flight information, communications and building management systems. Coordinates police, fire, emergency medical services and airport operations’ response to emergency and non‑emergency calls for service. Identifies safety and security violations and reports suspicious activities. Provides customer services such as answering questions, giving directions, and helping customers. Completes airside and landside inspections. Maintains activity logs and other records.

Uses checklists in the performance of duties. Performs related work as required.

Possession of an associate’s degree in aviation management, business administration, criminal justice or a related field; or two years of experience that includes airport operations, airline operations, public safety communications, or military service; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

In accordance with 49 CFR Part 1542, employees must successfully complete a fingerprint‑based criminal history records check and personal background check prior to employment. Must possess a valid Class E state driver's license at the time of appointment.

Additional Salary Information:
The Tallahassee International Airport has an excellent benefits package through the City of Tallahassee that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, and pension. The city has a generous leave program with paid vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time. Training and career progression are a focus within the Operations Division and TLH Airport.