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Global Elite Group- Providing world-class aviation security through innovation and people committed to excellence.

Global Elite Group is a highly specialized aviation security company, comprised of a diverse and collaborative team of committed professionals, industry leaders, and subject matter experts who rely on optimized processes and tools to deliver quality services.

Our team is at the forefront of homeland security, safeguarding critical infrastructure and ensuring seamless airport operations at some of the largest and busiest airports in the country.

Global is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary $78,000 to $82,000 plus discretionary year-end bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits (plus AFLAC options)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee engagement, professional development, and opportunities for advancement
• Work environment that balances challenge with support, helping you identify strengths and grow your career
• Opportunities for community service and civic engagement

Position Overview: Has the overall responsibility to ensure that all station operations are performed in a consistent manner with the agreed procedures and protocol in accordance with company, TSA, airport, and client standards. The SD directs, plans, organizes, and coordinates with collaboration from Station Management, Supervisors, the day-to-day operations of the Aviation Security Officer force.

The successful candidate will be:

• Able to build effective relationships - Establish and maintain strong, enduring, and effective relationships within the company and with ourclients, employees, teammates, and the airport/aviation community
• Able to shape the future - Envision a future state aligned to the client's needs and company objectives, set the direction, and execute a plan with the changes necessary to make it happen
• Able to deliver results - Consistently meet expectations and deliver value to our clients
• Able to energize the team - Create a positive, engaging work environment where people can develop and excel, and foster a diverse and inclusive culture that builds trust and aligns with our company values
• Able to model personal excellence, integrity, and accountability - As a role model demonstrate commitments to personal excellence and setting high standards for ethical behavior and integrity. Ability to model a culture of excellence and a well-trained, energized, and successful team.
• Able to support a culture where everyone matters, and everyone belongs
• Able to delight clients with quality services and superior experiences
• A proactive thinker with an outgoing personality who is comfortable speaking in front of groups and interacting with company colleagues and employees.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively represent the company and successfully interoperate with Airport Authority stakeholders and law enforcement, as appropriate
• Meet with the client and stakeholders to ensure quality services, identify trends, and assure compliance with contractual requirements
• Effectively monitor and guide subordinate supervisors, administrative personnel, and teammates
• Implement effective recruitment, staffing/scheduling, training, and performance evaluations. Maintain complete and compliant records of security personnel
• All findings or reports of inspections/training visits shall be submitted to the client designee within two (2) business days
• Ensure all security functions are performed in accordance with TSA (Transportation Security Administration) regulations and corporate policies.
• Evaluate station attendance and performance deficiencies and administer corrective measures in accordance with Human Resources policies.
• Administer payroll reporting within the established guidelines and deadlines.
• Ensure cost effective measures across the station.
• Conduct daily briefings and occasional staff meetings.
• Working with the station administrator and coordinate with the Training and Compliance department on all training (initial and recurrent) of station personnel.
• Safeguarding company equipment and vehicles
• Provide exceptional customer service to our clients

Qualifications:

• At least five (5) years relevant experience in a major installation or business

• Resides within commuting distance of the Denver International Airport

• Bachelor's degree in security or related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Within the past five (5) years, must have successful experience managing a major security or screening operation

• Prefer 49 CFR Part 1542 regulated airport or other regulated government facilities or critical infrastructures where security guards were employed

• Working knowledge of the aviation security industry to successfully implement compliant and quality aviation security operations.

• Prefer 49 CFR Part 1542 experience or 49 CFR Part 1544/1546 experience

• AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) or Certified Member (CM) Security Certification required within six months of hire.

• Current certification at time of hire is preferable

• Ability to successfully pass background checks and drug tests as necessary

• Available to work various shifts, weekends and holidays depending on the airport's security needs

• Willing and able to participate in a drug test (either pre-employment or random) with negative results

• Must be willing to pass a 10-year verifiable background check (employment, education, criminal and personal references)

• Must be able to obtain and maintain SIDA badge as distributed by local airport authority and US Customs and Border Patrol

• Must be able to pass any initial and recurrent training classes as administered by the company, and/or local airport authority

• Valid State issued Driver's License with clean driving record

Language Skills: English Proficiency required (reading, writing, and speaking)

Why Join Us?

At Global Elite Group, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the company's success and growth. You'll have the opportunity to lead a high-impact function while driving key initiatives that ensure we continue to uphold our commitment to quality, safety, and excellence.