Job Description

Posting number: 8922

Department: Airport

Division: Security

Job classification: Airport Enforcement Officer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Law Enforcement, Airports, Security

Summary

Jackson County Employment Opportunity.

If you are self-motivated and enjoy working with and assisting the general public, come join the Airport Enforcement Team! The Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport is open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and 365 days/year. Shifts generally consist of three 12-hour shifts and one 4-hour shift.

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

Examples of duties

• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• 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.
• Pass a credit and federal criminal background 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.
• This position is represented by union group SEIU.

Qualifications

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. Independently performs the full range of more routine tasks and duties with only occasional instruction or assistance.

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.)

• 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.
• Conducts routine inspections of interior and exterior areas of the Airport.
• Identifies possible breaches of regulations and/or procedures and respond as directed.
• Performs investigations relating to injuries, accidents and breaches of regulations and/or procedures and provides support to responding law enforcement and emergency agencies.
• 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.
• 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 and weekends.

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 one year prior law enforcement, military, security, airport or aviation related experience AND one year additional experience involving heavy public contact; 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 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.

Supplemental information

ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer

In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments, Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. A person who requires an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Office, Attn. ADA Coordinator, at (541) 774-6036 or by TTY/TDD 711 or (800) 735-2900 as far in advance as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled need.

Jackson County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-774-6036.

Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.