Airport Police Officer (Lateral)

Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority • Reno, NV

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) is seeking experienced law enforcement officers with a minimum of two (2) years patrol experience and a current P.O.S.T. certificate to join the Airport Police force to perform specialized law enforcement duties focusing on aviation security and safety. This Lateral Police Officer position is critical in maintaining public safety, fostering community engagement, and upholding departmental standards. The Airport Police team is expected to approach their work in a positive, professional, courteous manner, with a teamwork-oriented mindset, as the work may involve collaboration with other law enforcement agencies and interaction with a diverse array of individuals within the airport environment. RTAA invests in our employees and treats them with respect. Through career development, health programs, team-building activities, and employee assistance programs, we want our employees to live fulfilled lives and we strive to help them achieve their goals, no matter what they may be. The RTAA offers a positive, professional work environment that values teamwork, honesty, respect, recognition, integrity, innovation, versatility and excellence. We are an organization that demonstrates forward-thinking, employee-focused values with a highly skilled and engaged workforce. Our employees are the current and future strength of the organization. From employee events and outings to volunteer opportunities, to multiple levels of recognition, we are working hard to take care of our most important asset: our people. At the RTAA, the Airport Police team is a key member of the Operations & Public Safety Department. Airport Police Officers are primarily responsible for performing general law enforcement duties and other emergency response to help provide the public with a safe experience while traveling through the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. The nature of the work requires the ability to act without immediate supervision and exercise independent judgment in emergency situations, and to have strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with a diverse population. There is one (1) position open; however, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. Applicants must be available to work all shifts (day, swing, and graveyard) 7 days a week - including holidays. To be considered for this position, applicants must indicate they are available for day, swing and night shifts (all three) on the RTAA online application. In addition, this position qualifies for a $2,500 recruitment bonus paid in three installments at 3 months ($500) six months ($1,000), and one year ($1,000).

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of sworn law enforcement patrol experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• A valid driver’s license is required at the time of application.
• Current Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category I Basic Certification.
• If P.O.S.T. certification is from another state, applicants will be required to obtain a State of Nevada P.O.S.T. certificate within 24 months of hire.
• Meet the current NAC 289.110 Minimum standards for appointment for a Peace Officer in the State of Nevada.
• Applicants must attach a copy of their current P.O.S.T. certification to the application.
• Must be available to work all shifts (day, swing, and graveyard) 7 days a week - including holidays.
• Must indicate availability for day, swing and night shifts (all three) on the RTAA online application.

Nice To Haves

• Special training programs and special assignments/units may be available after probationary period, including Field Training Officer/Instructor, Bike Patrol, K9, Investigations, SWAT/Rapid Response Team.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas of the airport to preserve law, order, and public safety; checks airport facilities for physical security and ensure compliance with the approved airport security program.
• Respond to service calls and complaints including civil complaints, property control, automobile crashes, and related misdemeanor and felony incidents.
• Enforce traffic laws and issues warnings and citations.
• Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
• Coordinate multi-jurisdictional investigations, as assigned.
• Prepare thorough and accurate reports on arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed.
• Secure crime scenes, resolve disputes, conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations, gather evidence, obtain witness statements, apprehend suspects, make arrests, and transport offenders.
• Collect and preserve evidence including photographs, fingerprints, blood, and related physical evidence as required.
• Provide crowd control and dignitary protection details, as needed.
• Attend training classes, and maintain proficiency, in police methods, tactics, firearms and related legal topics/trends.
• Other duties as assigned.
• After a Police Officer’s probationary period has been met, they may participate in special training programs and in special assignments/units as assigned and available upon successfully meeting special unity eligibility requirements and completing the special assignments application process. Participating in special assignments are not required and are in addition to the essential functions described above. Special assignments include but not limited to: Field Training Officer/Instructor Bike Patrol K9 Investigations SWAT/Rapid Response Team And more…

Benefits

• Employer paid contributions to the Nevada PERS retirement program
• 100% employer paid health insurance for the employee
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 14 paid holidays per year
• Workers’ comp heart and lung provisions (effective July 1, 2026)
• $2,500 recruitment bonus paid in three installments at 3 months ($500), six months ($1,000), and one year ($1,000).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED