A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam

The Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert D. Camacho as the new Chief of Airport Police. Mr. Camacho will officially assume his duties on Monday, September 28, 2009.

“The success of our airport security program is dependent on effective leadership to safeguard civil aviation security and uphold law and order,” stated Martin J. Gerber. “Robert Camacho is exceptionally qualified and experienced and we are fortunate to have him join our management team as Chief of Airport Police.”

Airport Police enforcement functions involve FAA, TSA, and GIAA regulations, and Guam Criminal and Motor Vehicle Codes, response to calls inside the terminal building, in the airfield and to security and safety concerns within the perimeter of airport property from Route 10A to Marine Drive and through Airport Tiyan property. The Airport Police division deploys three TSA explosive detection K-9 units, Security Internal and Criminal Investigation, Regulatory Access Control & Compliance, Training and Staff Development, Property, Shift Operations, Administration, and Protocol Units.

“Mr. Camacho has vast knowledge and experience with the complexity of airport police enforcement and functions,” stated Carlos H. Salas, Executive Manager. Robert Camacho attained a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal justice from the University of Guam and advanced training in numerous law enforcement and management programs throughout his civilian and military career. In his latest capacity at the Guam Police Department, Mr. Camacho oversaw administrative areas of federal grant programs, supply, personnel, training, armory, statistical research and finance. Prior to that, he was acting Director of the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency responsible for border protection of all of Guam’s ports of entry which included the Airport and the Commercial Port, Anderson Air Force Base , US Postal facilities and five (5) satellite container shipping areas. He also served at the Department of Corrections of over 20 years in varied positions as Director, Chief Parole Officer, Training Officer and Facilities Superintendent.