GTF Airport Incumbent Terminal Operations Manager

Join VMD Corp, a leader in providing passenger and checked baggage screening services at various airports across the United States.   VMD Corp was recently awarded a five (5) year contract to provide TSA Passenger and Baggage screening services at the Great Falls International Airport (GTF). We have developed a strong reputation within TSA and take the mission of ensuring the safety of the traveling public seriously. VMD has been entrusted with this responsibility at three other airports including:

• Kansas City International Airport
• Rochester International Airport
• Atlantic City International Airport 

VMD is currently seeking applicants from existing Terminal Operations Manager/SDO personnel performing Passenger and Baggage screening services at the Great Falls International Airport (GTF).  What you will do:  VMD has an exciting opportunity for you to join as a Terminal Operations Manager working at the Great Falls International Airport (GTF). In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to oversee daily operations related to the screening of passengers, baggage, and cargo to carry out the mission of protecting the traveling public. This includes, but is not limited to:  

• Application of and in-depth knowledge of all current TSA Security Screening Directives and Regulations and Standard Operating Procedures to manage passenger checkpoints and baggage screening areas with fidelity. 
• Management and support of the collection of various performance metrics. 
• Analysis of performance metrics and proposal of process improvements that will eliminate systemic or individual weaknesses, vulnerabilities, or inefficiencies in the screening process. 
• Prioritization of the safety and security of the traveling public while honoring their customer service needs. 
• Development of cooperative and collaborative relationships with all airport stakeholders. 
• Delegates tasks to direct reports to develop their skill sets and broaden their experience; 
• Monitor individual performance and providing frequent communication in order to promote leadership development. 
• Monitors screening operations and collaborates with TSA counterparts to ensure TSA policies and directives are adhered to and coordinates implementation of new TSA directives and procedures. 
• Scheduling of screening personnel. 
• Promotion of screener development through ongoing assessment of individual performance and provision of frequent feedback.  

What you will need: 

• At least 5 years of management experience in aviation security, airport operations, or personnel security services (demonstrated experience in supervising personnel in a Federal government environment is highly desired) or 3 years as a certified Supervisory TSO (STSO) or higher position. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook (E-mail, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) at the intermediate to expert level required to generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables and correspondence. 
• Ability to gather, compile, review and analyze data required. 
• Ability to use sound judgement in resolving issues, knowing when to escalate them, and making recommendations. 
• Ability to oversee a disbursed team of 60+ employees. 
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an effective, efficient, and professional manner. 
• Be proficient in English (defined here as the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend, with fluency, any information that is presented in English). 
• Pass a pre-employment Drug Screening and submit to and pass random drug/alcohol testing. 

Basic Qualifiers: 

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree 
• Specific Field of Study or Degree (if any): Any 
• Can Additional Years of Experience Substitute for Degree? Yes 
• Minimum Years of Overall Experience: 5 
• Minimum Years of Specific Experience in Field: 5 
• Minimum Clearance to Start: Secret Clearance 
• Work Status Allowable: US Citizen 
• Required Certification(s): N/A  

Desired Skills / Experience: 

• Background in operational scheduling 
• Previously served as a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO)  

Travel and Telecommuting:   

• Travel: Little (less than 10%) 
• Telecommute Options: None  

What we offer:   

• Competitive Compensation and on the Job Training   
• Receive recurrent training and certification exams on a periodic basis.    

Benefits for you and your family    

• Medical | Dental | Vision   
• 401K   
• Vacation Leave | Sick Leave   
• Flexible Spending   
• Life insurance   
• Employer Paid Long | Short Term Disability   
• Tuition & Training Reimbursement Program      

How do you know that you will succeed in this position with VMD?  

• You have excelling organi