Law Enforcement Officer

Lincoln Airport AuthorityLincoln, NE
Onsite

About The Position

The Law Enforcement Officer will provide security and police services for airport property (including Industrial Park) and maintain traffic control in front of the terminal.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the desirable knowledge, abilities, and skills.
  • Meet the standards of the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center.
  • Must be a certified Nebraska law enforcement officer.
  • Operate radio, computer, and telephone systems efficiently and effectively.
  • Speak with clarity, and write and read English fluently.
  • Must be able to demonstrate moderate computer skills.
  • Ability to maintain composure under pressure during emergencies.
  • Ability to provide outstanding public relations and customer service to airline passengers and all personnel working at the airport.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Successful completion of pre-employment reference check, criminal history check, physical assessment, drug screening, and MVR (motor vehicle report) review, and other requirements as per Lincoln Airport Authority policy.
  • Must possess, when hired, and maintain while employed, a valid State of Nebraska driver’s license and be insurable under normal rates.
  • Must be airfield certified within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Provide security and police services for airport property and maintain traffic control in front of the terminal.
  • Make arrests, with or without a warrant, for violations of criminal laws of the State of Nebraska and the City of Lincoln under specific circumstances (crime committed in presence, felony committed and reasonable cause to believe suspect committed it).
  • Provide security for passengers and airline personnel during aircraft boarding.
  • Inspect air operations areas for FAR Part 139 compliance.
  • Respond to non-screening incidents within the airport terminal or other airport locations.
  • Appear in court to present evidence and testify against persons violating rules and regulations.
  • Implement applicable procedures during emergency situations as outlined in the Airport Emergency Plan.
  • Maintain proper logs, reports, and forms detailing non-routine occurrences affecting airport security, safety, or environmental conditions.
  • Patrol all airport property, including Industrial Park, fence line, and buildings.
  • Maintain vehicular and pedestrian traffic control in front of the terminal.
  • Perform runway and taxiway checks in a vehicle.
  • Monitor alarm and CCTV System.
  • Periodically perform communication center duties.
  • Perform all duties assigned in the operation of the airport and Industrial park.
  • Write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Attend work reliably and punctually.
  • Perform other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance (80% of all plans paid for by the employer for all election levels)
  • Dental Insurance (62% of all plans paid for by the employer for all election levels)
  • Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plan - 414 H with 9% matching contribution
  • Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance (100% paid for by the employer)
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% paid for by the employer)
  • Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
  • Sick Leave (Accrue a total of 96 hours per year)
  • Vacation (Accrue a total of 80 hours during the first year)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 16 Hours of Personal Leave
  • $1.25 Shift differential when working between the hours of 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Education Assistance
  • Wellness Program (Includes earning an additional 3% discount on health and dental insurance and $600 reimbursement on gym memberships or other qualifying wellness items)
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