Airport Operations Specialist I (PT)

City of Provo • Provo, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Provo City is seeking a part-time Airport Operations Specialist to assist in directing airside operations, maintaining Provo’s Airport Operating Certificate, and coordinating airport security, including airport security systems and facilities. Qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in supporting airport services provided to Provo residents are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Three years of progressively responsible maintenance and heavy equipment experience.
• Department of Homeland Security background check required.
• Airport Security Coordinator training and Airport Inspector and Airport Wildlife Hazard Management on-the-job training completion required within one month of hire.
• Must obtain and hold an Airport Blue SIDA Badge during employment.

Nice To Haves

• Airport experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect and evaluate airport and tenant facilities, access controls, barriers, fences, staffed gates, and construction sites for TSA compliance.
• Execute airport operating certification requirements and plans, including the Airport Certification Manual, Airport Security Plan, Wildlife Maintenance Plan, Snow and Ice Plan, Access Control Plan, Airport Emergency Plan and other federally mandated plans.
• Identify, assess, and determine security risks.
• Ensure all airport electrical systems and equipment, radio equipment, landing direction indicator, access gates, and other equipment are fully operational 24/7.
• Handle, inspect, maintain, and schedule tool maintenance, repairs, usage and inventory.
• Receive and process various applications and requests for services, including Security Identification Display Area, Air Operations Area, Sterile Area, or Secured Area access.
• Train security employees.
• Regularly communicate with and assist Air Traffic Control Tower, passengers, City employees, airline personnel, contractors, and the public on various issues.
• May act as lead Airport Security Coordinator for commercial airline flights.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA)
• Free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park
• A free Provo City Library Card
• A 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only)
• Discounts from various local and national vendors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED