Law Enforcement Officer: F/T Armed Airport Patrol

Allied Universal•Lihue, HI

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Law Enforcement Officer for armed airport patrol in Lihue, Hawaii. Supporting a government airport location, the officer conducts vehicle and foot patrols, maintains a visible security presence, responds to incidents, and provides customer service and clear communication while representing the company professionally. The role may require court appearances for citations issued on behalf of DOTA; replacement staffing will be provided for officers attending court proceedings. Candidates must have at least two years of professional U.S. law enforcement experience after graduating from a certified law enforcement academy and must meet the stated training, licensing, age, background, drug-testing, and physical requirements. Officers must be capable of supervising contractor personnel and working effectively with airport management, tenants, other law enforcement agencies, and the public. The position requires the physical and mental ability to perform routine and emergency duties, including patrol, evacuation assistance, and, if required, use of physical force.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional law enforcement experience in the United States after graduating from a certified law enforcement academy at the federal, state, or county level.
Graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program and provide credentials when applying; must complete an approved certified state, county, federal, or Director-approved program.
Valid driver's license for this driving position.
At least 22 years of age.
Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
No felony convictions, convictions for abuse of a household member covered by the Lautenberg Amendment, or documented truthfulness infractions relevant to federal impeachment proceedings under Giglio/Henthorn.
Experience with de-escalation, incident report writing, patrolling high-traffic areas, and communication.
Ability to supervise contractor personnel and work effectively with airport management, tenants, other law enforcement agencies, and the public.
Mentally and emotionally capable of performing the duties of the assigned post.
Good physical health and ability to perform moderate to arduous duties, including standing, walking and patrolling for an entire shift, climbing stairs, running, and self-defense.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds for a designated distance and assist in evacuating people, including carrying a small child or supporting people with limited mobility.
Ability to use physical force if required in the execution of official duties.
Ability to pass a DOTA Pass and ID Office security background check, a one-time physical examination completed within the past 6 months, a 12-panel drug test, and future random drug tests.
Correctable vision to 20/30 in each eye with normal color vision, and ability to hear at a normal conversational level; a hearing aid may be used.
Must be well-groomed and neat in appearance as an officially commissioned representative of the State.

Nice To Haves

No record of moral turpitude, domestic violence, untruthfulness, or mental or emotional disorders that may interfere with performance of duties.

Responsibilities

Conduct vehicle and foot patrols at a government airport location and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents.
Provide customer service by carrying out security procedures and site-specific policies, and participating in emergency response activities when appropriate.
Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and professionally, using sound judgment and making appropriate decisions under stress.
Recognize situations and take appropriate corrective action while maintaining alertness and professional conduct.
Communicate effectively in spoken and written English and interact courteously with the public, airport employees, tenants, law enforcement, and security personnel.
Supervise contractor personnel and work with airport management, tenants, law enforcement agencies, and the public on security disputes and complaints concerning subordinate employees.
Attend court proceedings for citations issued on behalf of DOTA when required.