Airport Security Officer 2nd Shift

Minneapolis•Minneapolis, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ACTS Airport Services is hiring full-time Aviation Security Officers for airport security work at Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. The role helps protect the airport and the nation’s air transportation network by controlling access to secure and restricted areas, screening people and vehicles, monitoring airport exit lanes, responding to incidents and emergencies, and assisting passengers. Officers also prepare written incident reports, communicate safety and security concerns, follow airport-specific post orders, and participate in security and safety training. The listed current wage rate is $20.00 per hour. The posted shift is 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; the schedule section also lists 8-hour shifts, second and third shifts, holidays, and weekend availability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of verifiable previous contract security, military, or law enforcement experience.
At least 21 years of age.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Ability to pass a Transportation Security Administration Security Threat Assessment and Criminal History Record Check.
Ability to meet and continue to meet applicable state, county, and municipal licensing and permit requirements.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English, and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing for public interaction and report writing.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and avoid unpredictable, frequent, or ongoing tardiness.
Ability to handle typical and crisis situations efficiently and effectively at the client site.
Physical ability to stand or walk for an entire shift and lift a 25-pound fire extinguisher.

Nice To Haves

One year of customer service experience.
Two years of security experience.
Driver's license.
Guard Card.

Responsibilities

Control access to restricted airport areas and admit only authorized individuals.
Screen and log people and vehicles entering restricted areas.
Control access and conduct vehicle inspections at perimeter access points to secured airport areas.
Conduct vehicle inspections at entries to vulnerable non-secure areas.
Screen employees, vendors, visitors, and their belongings using X-ray machines, hand wands, and/or magnetometers.
Control access at employee checkpoints.
Monitor and secure exit lanes from the sterile area to the public area of the airport.
Provide escorts and security for construction of runways, taxiways, terminals, and concourses.
Respond to incidents and emergencies, handling security issues or emergency situations appropriately.
Provide passenger assistance and quality customer service.
Prepare incident/occurrence reports about customer complaints or concerns, safety and security matters, and operational issues or events.
Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing.
Participate in security and safety training programs.
Follow airport-specific operations performance manuals and post orders.