Airport Police Officer
About The Position
Patrols Lubbock International Airport to maintain security and enforce applicable laws. Performs law enforcement activities across airport properties, including FAA-secure and public areas, through motorized and foot patrols. The role includes crime prevention, enforcement of laws and regulations, and maintaining airport security. The officer responds to emergencies, performs inspections, enforces traffic and parking regulations, makes arrests, issues citations, prepares reports, and appears in court as the arresting officer. The position also provides federally mandated law enforcement response at the passenger screening checkpoint, escort and guard services, and assistance to the public. Officers regularly interact with airport tenants, the public, and law enforcement agencies, and may serve as the airport’s on-site representative after normal business hours or as its primary point of contact.
Requirements
- Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of law enforcement experience, or a combination of relevant education and experience that provides the required qualifications.
- Current Texas Peace Officer’s Certificate.
- CPR Certificate.
- Texas Operator’s License.
- Physical examination required.
- Knowledge of law enforcement principles and practices.
- Knowledge of standard office equipment and police equipment.
- Ability to read, understand, and carry out department policies, laws, and regulations.
- Ability to analyze and prioritize situations and choose a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action.
- Ability to communicate through written and verbal reports.
- Ability to learn the use and care of small firearms.
- Keen observation skills and ability to remember details.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to apprehend, hold, and escort prisoners.
- Ability to provide general automotive assistance to stranded motorists.
- Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to continuously walk and stand during the shift; frequently climb ladders, stairs, or other inclined surfaces; occasionally bend and kneel; and coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement to operate a vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Perform law enforcement activities on all airport properties, including motorized and foot patrols to prevent crime, enforce laws and regulations, and maintain security.
- Perform traffic control, investigations, prisoner confinement, and dispute resolution.
- Provide federally mandated law enforcement response to the airport’s passenger screening checkpoint.
- Conduct safety and security inspections for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Enforce traffic and parking regulations.
- Make arrests, issue traffic citations, and prepare necessary reports.
- Respond to on-airport emergencies, including civil disturbances, auto accidents, and incidents involving aircraft.
- Appear in court, on and off duty, as the arresting officer.
- Provide escort and guard services as needed.
- Assist the public with vehicle unlocking, battery boosts, directions, and first aid.
- Act as the on-site representative of airport management after normal business hours.
- Interact regularly with the general public, airport tenants, and federal, state, and area law enforcement representatives.
- Occasionally act as the airport’s primary point of contact.
- Perform related duties as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
