Safety & Security Coordinator (JMP)

About Vantage Group

Vantage Group is a global leader in airport and transportation investment, development, management, and advisory services. Since 1994, Vantage's corporate and network-wide team has managed an award-winning portfolio, building strong partnerships that integrate global expertise and local know-how to solve complex transportation challenges at every network location. Over three decades, Vantage has built a track record of creating customized solutions to transform airports and transportation centers that benefit the passengers, stakeholders, and communities they serve. Vantage is a wholly owned strategic platform of Investcorp Corsair Infrastructure Partners for capital deployment in the airport and transportation sectors. Visit vantagegroup.com to learn more.

The Role

The Safety & Security Coordinator, in collaboration with the Manager, Safety & Security, will be responsible to develop and implement plans that ensure all compliance requirements are met and terminal safety and security operations are effective and efficient. This will include the Safety Management System (SMS) program and Emergency Response Plan (ERP) for the current Terminal 7 and future Terminal 6 at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The Safety & Security Coordinator will work collaboratively to ensure all stakeholders are trained in and aware of safety and security roles and their obligations. The Safety & Security Coordinator will assume a backup role to Manager, Safety & Security in emergency situations. This role will work proactively with other team members to identify and mitigate safety risks. This position will be a part of the JFK Millenium Partnership (JMP) organization. JMP currently operates Terminal 7 and is in the process of developing the new Terminal 6 at JFK.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports the terminal's safety and security plans to ensure continuous compliance with all standards, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Conducts comprehensive safety and security assessments, audits and tests.
• Promotes workplace safety, and consistent safe work practices.
• Supports the development of policies and procedures to ensure terminal security compliance with applicable regulations, and airport rules, policies and procedures.
• Participates in the PA aviation security tabletop design, to incorporate measures from T7 Terminal Security Program and future T6 programming
• Analyzes safety and security issues and monitors corrective actions to conclusion.
• Supports the response to requests for information from stakeholders including the Transportation Security Administration, Port Authority PD and federal and local law enforcement agencies.
• Supports the implementation of the Terminal Safety & Security Program training program.
• Maintains and updates programs, policies or other security related documents and ensure appropriate rollout of same.
• Builds relationships with terminal tenants, providing and overseeing a safety orientation program and collaborating to resolve safety issues.
• Conducts SMS investigations, including accidents, incidents and near-misses.
• Develops and implements amendments to the Terminal Security Program.
• Other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the position may be assigned as required.

Primary Qualifications

• 3+ years in a safety and security coordinator role, or similar based experience, preferably in an aviation or airport-based setting.
• Experience working effectively in a highly regulated environment.
• Demonstrated analytical judgment and decision making abilities.
• Experience in crisis management and incident command highly preferred.
• A relevant undergraduate degree, or an equivalent combination of education and professional work experience.
• Track record of successfully managing and motivating teams; able to lead training sessions and comfortable with public speaking in front of large audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Organization and planning skills crucial for multi-tasking while prioritizing and executing tasks.
• Ability to diffuse and manage situations in high pressure situations .

About You

You have a strong security experience, preferably within an international airport environment. You are a collaborative team player who also enjoys working independently and are comfortable working with a diverse set of stakeholders.

Additionally, you have:

• A preference for working with an entrepreneurial, fast-paced team.
• Demonstrated business acumen coupled with strategic, analytical and creative skills.
• An ability to manage multiple projects without compromising on quality.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and ability to navigate uncertainty within a working environment.
• High level of attention to detail.

You are an independent self-starter, calm under pressure and you are motivated to apply your practical experience, technical expertise and innovative ideas to the success of the project.

Primary Work Location: Terminal 7 - JFK Airport, NYC, NY

Employee Status: Regular Full Time

Apply By Date: For candidates ultimately interested in being considered. Please have your application formally submitted no later than May 10th 2025.

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive compensation and benefits package, career progression, and access to a global team of talented professionals, we are growing and offer boundless opportunities to make your mark. If you share our sense of adventure, come, and join us for the journey. The salary range for this position is $75,000-$90,000.

To Apply

Please visit our Careers page at https://www.vantagegroup.com/careers/ and follow prompts to apply with your cover letter and rsum.

All qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in the US will be considered.

At Vantage Group, we seek and welcome unique backgrounds, perspectives, experiences and skills. As a global organization, we are always looking for differentiated points of view. We know that a diverse, inclusive and empowered workforce is essential to our shared success, and we invite you to join us for the journey.

For more information about Vantage Group, please visit: www.vantagegroup.com