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Chief Director of Public Safety - TYS
Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority
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Posted: 01-Jun-25
Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
Type: Full Time
Salary: $129,487 - $168,333
Categories:
Fire Fighter/Crash Rescue
Safety
Security/Law Enforcement
Salary Details:
The starting salary range for this position is $129,487 - $168,333. An exceptional candidate may be eligible to receive a starting salary slightly above the range with approvals. MKAA offers a competitive benefit package for this position including medical/dental benefits, disability/life insurance, a 401(a)-retirement program and relocation assistance. Final salary offer will be dependent upon experience.
The Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority (MKAA) is seeking a Chief Director of Public Safety to serve as the senior leader of airport safety and security operations, overseeing law enforcement, aircraft rescue and firefighting, and emergency medical services for McGhee Tyson Airport. This role ensures compliance with municipal, state, and federal regulations, including those from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The Director is responsible for the strategic direction, regulatory compliance, and effective coordination of emergency preparedness and incident response efforts to safeguard lives and property across the airport campus. Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, law enforcement, criminal justice, or related field. Equivalent experience will be considered if ability to meet position requirements is demonstrated. 9+ years in airport security, emergency services, law enforcement or fire, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, law enforcement, criminal justice, or related field. Equivalent experience will be considered if ability to meet position requirements is demonstrated.
9+ years in airport security, emergency services, law enforcement or fire, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
Airport Security Coordinator and ACE-Security certifications (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
Certifications from the Tennessee POST and Fire Commission (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
Deep knowledge of TSA regulations, NIMS, and relevant federal aviation and public safety standards.
The Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority, (MKAA), was established in 1978 as an independent nonprofit agency to own and operate McGhee Tyson Airport and Downtown Island Airport located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Authority’s nine-member Board of Commissioners is appointed by the Mayor of Knoxville and confirmed by City Council.
Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is the premier air carrier airport serving East Tennessee, Southeast Kentucky, and Western North Carolina. Downtown Island Airport (DKX) is Knoxville’s most successful general aviation airport.
