Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance Manager - Safety, Security, and Airside Services - SFO (0931) - 160256

Company Description

Amended for informational purposes: This announcement has been amended to extend the filing deadline. The announcement may close at any time after 5:00 PM (Pacific Time) on November 12, 2025. Applicants who have already applied to this recruitment do not need to re-apply.

10/29/25: Original filing deadline of 10/29/25 extended to 11/12/25.

This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A. Learn more about the City’s hiring process here: https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below:

• Application Opening: 10/16/2025
• Application Deadline: Apply immediately. Application filing will be open at least until Wednesday, 11/12/2025 at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time) and will close any time thereafter.
• Compensation: $155,870 to $198,952 annually
• Recruitment ID: PBT-0931-160256

San Francisco International Airport (SFO), an enterprise department of the City and County of San Francisco, has a workforce of approximately 1,900 City employees and is committed to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive employer.

SFO is more than an airport—we are a dynamic organization where employees collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to support global travel, economic development, and public service. We are recognized as a leader in environmental sustainability, equity, and forward-thinking infrastructure, and continue to be at the forefront of transforming the travel experience.

Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first.

Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values shape our culture and operations as we continue to build a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where all employees can thrive.

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Job Description

Under general administrative direction, the Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance Manager is responsible for championing, managing, and continually enhancing robust aviation security programs, which includes developing, implementing, and maintaining procedures and controls to ensure secure airport operations and compliance with federal and other laws and regulations. The incumbent manages the Airport Security Program (ASP), compliance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations/directives, Airport rules and regulations, and related security compliance elements. Working closely with internal operating divisions and airport stakeholders, this role will establish and implement regulatory and operational policies and procedures in aviation security. The Aviation Security & Regulatory Compliance Manager will serve as the primary lead with TSA; represent the Airport on security matters; interface with all managerial levels of City & County government and outside agencies, airlines, and airport tenants; represent the airport in meetings involving administrative systems, policies, and procedures; and perform related duties as required.

You are excited about this opportunity because you will:

1. Develop, implement, and maintain procedures, administrative monitoring practices and controls of airport security and compliance programs in order to maintain secure airport operations and compliance with federal regulations and other laws and regulations.
2. Manage and develop a high performance team focused on collaboration across the airport; plan, monitor, evaluate, and supervise the work of immediate employees to improve performance related to airport security and compliance programs.
3. Direct the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; adjust plan and programs to meet emerging or new programs while continuing to address major departmental priorities.
4. Manage security projects and programs, including technology development and vendor/systems management; approve changes to the access control system including requests for additional