The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) is seeking a Chief of Police to serve as the senior law enforcement leader with oversight of the following personnel and their respective areas: Sworn Police Officers, Civilian Uniformed Public Service Officers, Police Administration, Airport Communications Center, and Airport Security at Tucson International Airport (TUS) and Ryan Airfield (RYN). Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, this key leadership role ensures the protection of passengers, employees, tenants, and assets while advancing the TAA’s mission, strategic plan, and Cultural Fundamentals. Minimum of ten (10) years of sworn law enforcement experience, with a minimum of three (3) years of command-level experience and/or other applicable supervisory experience. A minimum of three (3) years demonstrated law enforcement experience at a Part 139 airport.

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Filing Deadline: March 1, 2026

• Minimum of ten (10) years of sworn law enforcement experience, with a minimum of three (3) years of command-level experience and/or other applicable supervisory experience
• A minimum of three (3) years demonstrated law enforcement experience at a Part 139 airport
• AZPOST certification (or ability to obtain through waiver testing, process outlined by AZPOST here: https://post.az.gov/certification/waiver-process)
• Bachelor’s degree in public safety, management, or a related discipline preferred