8720 - Lead Airport Enforcement Officer (Airport)

Jackson County Employment Opportunity.

If you enjoy working with and assisting the general public, come join our enforcement team!

Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!

• Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate mandatory training, special project needs, and other coverage requirements. 
• Have strong leadership and communication skills.
• Pass a federal criminal background and credit check prior to hire. 
• Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record.  

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

I.    Position Summary

Enforces safety, security, traffic control, and parking standards on Airport property; maintains regulatory compliance; ensures the safety and security of the public, grounds, tenants and facilities at the airport; trains, directs and monitors airport enforcement officers in airport safety and security. Possesses functional expertise and performs specialized duties in an independent manner.

II.   Examples of Essential Position Duties (The following duties represent some of the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.)

• Ensures the safety and security of the public, grounds, tenants and facilities at the airport.
• Ensures that federal regulation and airport procedure changes are enacted; ensures that appropriate reports and documentation are completed timely and accurately; monitors changes in regulations.
• Analyzes, gathers information, writes and develops procedures, lesson plans and training materials regarding airport regulations, operations and systems. Provides training to new and existing Airport Enforcement Officers and monitor their proficiency.
• Maintains compliance with federal regulations and airport procedures in airport operations and/or parking areas; patrols airfield perimeter and maintain safety of the security identification display area; patrols terminal, curb and adjacent areas enforcing regulations; checks gates and verifies authorized personnel on Airport property; issues notices or citations as necessary for parking or other violations. Identifies, investigates and reports non-compliant activity of passengers and tenants according to federal regulations.
• Performs investigations relating to injuries, accidents and breaches of regulations and/or procedures and provides support to responding law enforcement and emergency agencies; implements measures to prevent problems from reoccurring.
• Conducts vehicle searches and implement policies and procedures regarding unattended or suspicious baggage; evaluates the situation and make the appropriate decisions; may be responsible for ensuring unattended vehicles that are improperly positioned are removed promptly.
• Ensures that the shift is operating in accordance with policies and regulations; communicates policy and regulation changes; ensures adherence of staff to regulations; provides communication, guidance and direction to Airport Enforcement Officers; reports discrepancies and staffing/personnel issues to the Airport Security Supervisor.
• Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
• Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
• Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required. May work a variety of shifts and schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays.

III.  Minimum Requirements (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following requirements, physical demands and/or working conditions)

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent AND must be at least 18 years of age AND three years prior law enforcement, military, security, airport or aviation related experience AND three years additional experience involving heavy public contact AND one year experience in a lead or supervisory position is preferred; OR
• Any combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.

License, Certificate or Other

Requires possession of a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. A DPSST Unarmed Private Security license must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Must pass an in-depth background check investigation and a security threat assessment. Appointment to Code Enforcement Officer within one month of hire.

IV.  Other Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Position requires familiarity with methods and techniques of security and enforcement; knowledge of and ability to operate two-way radios and surveillance equipment. Requires the ability to learn, understand and apply FAA advisory circulars and TSA regulations; ability to operate computer software applications including word processing, e-mail, PowerPoint and spreadsheets; ability to collect, organize and analyze data; understand and carry out simple oral and written directions; keep detailed, legible and accurate records; read and understand airline schedules, building floor plans, department communications, etc.; communicate courteously, professionally and effectively with tenants and the general public; explain Airport policies and procedures as well as federal regulations as necessary.

Physical Demands (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands)

Tasks involve frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and climbing as well as lifting and carrying objects of moderate weight and varying size and shape, sometimes overhead; minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs or body in the operation of communications equipment. Requires driving.

Working Conditions (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following working conditions)

Incumbents are exposed to adverse weather, including extreme temperatures, rain, snow, sleet and hail.  Incumbents are also exposed to dangerous or unpleasant conditions and substances, including noise, dust, hot oil, asphalt, chemicals, paint, odors, noise, vehicular exhaust fumes and traffic hazards. May include exposure to disruptive people.

V.   Additional Information

This classification description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, or requirements, as any one position in this classification may be assigned some or all of these duties, in addition to other duties not explicitly listed here. The various duties, responsibilities and/or assignments of this position may be unevenly balanced and change from time to time based upon matters such as, but not limited to, variations in the shift, work demands, seasons, service levels and management’s decisions on how to best allocate department resources. Any shift, emphasis or rebalancing of these assigned duties, responsibilities and/or assignments does not constitute a change in the job classification. The County shall schedule employees and determine FTE consistent with its determination as to efficiency of operations, financial advantages to the County, and/or effective service to the public.

Salary : $23 - $31