Airport Chief of Police

Montgomery, AL

Full Time

Executive

PAY Grade: A14 #AI8885
FLSA: Exempt 3/12/2026
Closing Date: March 24, 2026 at 11:59 pm CST

Nature of Work
The fundamental reason this position exists is to manage and supervise the Airport Police Department and all aviation security related matters in support of the Airport Security Program. The work responsibilities include planning, organizing and directing airport security and law enforcement functions as approved by the Executive Director, supervising up to 20 police officers, monitoring operators and clerical personnel, and coordinating airport security regulatory compliance matters. The Airport Police Chief works from broadly-defined administrative directives and reports to the Deputy Airport Director and/ or Executive Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are representative of the work performed. Additional duties may be assigned as needed:

Plans, directs, and administer all operations of Airport Police Department
Oversees the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws within airport jurisdiction.
Ensures compliance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Airport Security Program and related federal aviation security regulations, including 49 CFR Part 1542.
Serves as or supports the role of Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) and acts as the primary liaison with TSA, FAA, Department of Homeland Security, and other regulatory agencies.
Develops and implements airport emergency response plans and coordinates law enforcement responses to security incidents, emergencies, and criminal activities.
Supervises and evaluates sworn police officers and support personnel, including assigning work, monitoring performance, and administering discipline when necessary.
Oversees recruitment, training, and professional development of departmental personnel.
Develops departmental policies, procedures, and operational strategies to ensure effective law enforcement and security operations.
Coordinates with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies on joint operations, investigations, and security initiatives.
Oversees criminal investigations, incident reporting, and evidence management processes.
Prepares and administers departmental budgets and monitors expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Monitors airport facilities and operations to identify potential security risks and implement mitigation strategies
Represents the Airport Authority in security planning meetings, regulatory inspections, and interagency coordination activities.
Ensures readiness for TSA audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance reviews

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related degree and ten (10) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience and five (5) years of command-level leadership experience.

Airport law enforcement experience is desired.

NOTE: Qualifying education, training and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job will be considered.

Special Requirements

Must meet the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (APOST) Continuing Education Unit requirements for certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Alabama. Must maintain the certification throughout employment.
Must submit to a 5-year employment background check to satisfy Federal Aviation Administration requirements, a Criminal History Records Check, and a Transport Security Assessment.
Must possess and maintain a valid Alabama Drivers License.
Must successfully secure Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) designation within 6 months.

Physical Requirements
Work may require responding to emergency situations and performing law enforcement duties in various environments. Physical activities many include standing, walking, patrolling airport facilities, operating law enforcement equipment, and responding to security incidents.

Recruitment Process
Applications are being accepted to fill one (1) vacancy and any vacancies that may occur during the life of the register. The current vacancy is with the Montgomery Airport Authority. Applicants will be screened and qualified based upon education and experience as shown on the application. For this reason, applicants are urged to fill in the application form completely providing detailed information concerning the kinds of jobs they have held, the dates they held them, where and exactly what their duties were.

Complete an online application by visiting https://flymgm.com/mgm-job-opportunities/. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Completed applications will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. If there is no closing date, the announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.

Additional Information
BENEFITS: Employees are offered a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, and life insurance, paid annual and sick leave, paid holidays, and a retirement program.

DRUG TEST: Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a pre-employment drug test. (The drug test may require the submission of a sample of hair, finger nails, and/or urine that will verify illegal drug use).

BACKGROUND CHECK: Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a background check. (Candidates will be asked to provide consent prior to the administration of background checks.)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration because of political or religious opinions or affiliations or because of race, national origin, or any other non merit factors is prohibited. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex, or physical disability is prohibited except where specific age, sex, or physical requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to request accommodation which he/she requires in order to participate in the application or examination process. The Personnel Department reserves the right to require documentation of the need for accommodation under the ADA. In order to request accommodation in the application or testing process, contact MGM HR at [email protected].

Employment Eligibility (I9): Prior to your employment, you will be required to provide to your employer documentation of your identity and employment eligibility in order to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

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Airport Chief of Police

PAY Grade: A14 #AI8885FLSA: Exempt 3/12/2026Closing Date: March 24, 2026 at 11:59 pm CST

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PAY Grade: A14 #AI8885
FLSA: Exempt 3/12/2026
Closing Date: March 24, 2026 at 11:59 pm CST