DOT Security and Compliance Specialist

About Psa

PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. We value teamwork, diversity, and inclusivity and strive to create a safe, respectful, and happy work environment for our more than 4,000 employees. Our company culture, known as The PSA Way, is our foundation for operation and fosters stability, growth and a focus on the future while always placing safety at the forefront of everything we do. We are driven in our goals and achievements, eager to be better. We are reliable to one another and accountable for our actions. And we are caring in our daily interactions, with teammates, colleagues, and customers. Join our team to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network, so you can explore new destinations and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Job Responsibilities

The DOT Security and Compliance Specialist plays a pivotal role in safeguarding PSA Airlines' operational integrity and regulatory adherence. This position bridges the gap between federal mandates and internal processes, ensuring seamless coordination with agencies like the TSA, FAA, DOT, and CBSA. By managing security programs, vetting procedures, and compliance audits, the specialist helps protect the airline from legal risk, enhances safety for employees and passengers, and upholds the company's reputation.

In addition to overseeing identification media, PRIA documentation, and drug and alcohol testing protocols, the role supports the company's Safety Management System (SMS), contributing to proactive risk management and continuous improvement. With responsibilities that span data accuracy, regulatory reporting, and interdepartmental collaboration, this specialist is a key driver of PSA's commitment to secure, compliant, and efficient operations.

Security Responsibilities

• Coordinate all security-related programs and operational reporting systems.
• Maintain and audit databases for TSA, CBP, CBSA, and Master Crew List (MCL).
• Administer and maintain employee identification media (new hires, renewals, replacements, LOAs).
• Lead signatory for DAY airport SIDA; coordinate access for employees.
• Provide Base Coordinators with SIDA access information for crew and maintenance bases.
• Review and process FBI Criminal History Records Checks (CHRC).
• Monitor RAPBACK activity and coordinate appropriate actions.
• Update access for recurrent and upgrade training classes weekly.
• Maintain building access and issue temporary badges for PSA facilities.
• Disseminate Security Directives, TSA Guidance, and related materials.
• Investigate TSA Letters of Investigation and prepare reports for management.
• Support Security and Compliance audits and ensure procedural accuracy.
• Train new department employees on security processes.
• Act as subject matter expert on PSA security programs.

Compliance Responsibilities

Safety Management

Position Specifics

Required

Preferred

Additional Information

Supervisory Responsibility : This is not a supervisory position.

Delegation : In absence, responsibilities delegated to Supervisor of Security and Compliance.

Authorities : None

Work Environment :

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb up and down stairs; lift weight up to 25 lbs; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

AAP / EEO Statement :

PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Security Clearance :

All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209 as well as a pre-employment drug screen.

Other Duties :

Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.