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Project Manager - Airport Security Screening

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Jun 2025

About the role

Join VMD Corp, part of Xcelerate Solutions and a leader in providing passenger and checked baggage screening services at various airports across the United States. What you will do:VMD is seeking an on-site Project Manager (TSA Security Screening) to be responsible for all operations related to general airport security services at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE). This includes, but is not limited to:

Application and knowledge of all current TSA Security Screening Directives and Regulations and Standard Operating Procedures to manage airport security screening operations.
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 while honoring their customer service needs.
Coordination of crisis management and incident response protocols.
Development of cooperative and collaborative relationships with all airport stakeholders.
Scheduling of screening personnel.
Promotion of guard development through ongoing assessment of individual performance and provision of frequent feedback.
Be available on call to receive and implement orders or special instructions within the scope of the contract and pertaining to security concerning matters which affect the operation, protection, and/or security of assigned areas.
Responsible for constantly evaluating the performance of all Contractor employed security screening personnel and take appropriate corrective measures for all infractions noted in the course of performing assigned security screening duties.

What you will need:

A minimum of five years of management experience with primary responsibility of managing operations in security, law enforcement, or aviation security operations
Professional-level experience required, managing non-exempt employees in a fast-paced, service organization.
Must be able to secure a valid Guard Card issued by the state of Wicsonsin.
Must be able to effectively communicate in a professional manner in accordance with company standards.
Demonstrated working knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office software along with the ability to learn and efficiently operate various timekeeping and payroll programs.
Demonstrated customer-service oriented approach, with the ability to successfully interact with all levels in the organization in a courteous and professional manner.
Professional, articulate, and capable of independent judgement and discretion.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, the ability to read, write, and speak English in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to oversee a team of 30+ employees

Desired Skills / Experience:

Previous experience managing operations in security, law enforcement, or aviation security operations.

Basic Qualifiers:

Must be a US citizen or US National.
Must have a current Wisconsin Guard Card, or be able to obtain one
Must have a current Wisconsin driver's license
Must be able to obtain an airport SIDA badge
Bachelor’s degree in any field; additional years of experience may substitute for a degree.
Pass a pre-employment Drug Screening and submit to and pass random drug/alcohol testing.

What we offer:Competitive Compensation: