Airport Police Sergeant

City of Lubbock • 5401 N. MLK Lubbock, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Leads and participates in enforcing laws on airport property and in providing for safety for the public and airport operations.

Requirements

• Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three to five years of responsible experience as a law enforcement officer
• Certified Peace Officer
• Texas Driver's License
• Knowledge of the principles of modern police administration
• Knowledge of accepted practices and procedures of police science
• Knowledge of Aviation Department, City, federal, and state laws, policies, and procedures
• Ability to instruct and advise subordinates in all pertinent phases of law enforcement and FAA security procedures
• Ability to plan, assign, and coordinate the work of a number of subordinate officers
• Ability to establish and maintain effective public relations
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to provide general automotive assistance to stranded motorists
• Ability to receive orders from superiors and give direction to subordinate officers
• Ability to review and approve reports

Responsibilities

• Maintain contact with officers to provide advice or assistance, and to respond to more difficult situations
• Supervise recordkeeping by officers and forward reports through the chain of command
• Assist Airport Police Lieutenant in compiling data and statistics on police operations
• Project a positive role model and utilize leadership skills in dealing with officers
• Serve as first-line supervisor in the chain of command
• Receive orders from superiors and provide direction to subordinate officers
• Review and approve reports in the absence of the Airport Police Lieutenant, or as needed
• Submit reports through the chain of command for final approval
• Approve days off requested by officers
• Perform evaluations of officers' performance and initiate disciplinary action for violations of department, city, state, or federal policies or laws
• Resolve complaints from the public or from officers in a professional manner
• Perform related duties as required

What This Job Offers

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