Law Enforcement Officer: Armed Airport Patrol (Sat/Sun)

Allied Universal•Lihue, HI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Law Enforcement Officer supporting an armed airport patrol at a government airport location in Lihue, Hawaii, you will help safeguard clients through routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible security presence, and respond professionally to security concerns. This driving post involves customer service, clear communication, and collaboration with a reliable team. The role is part-time, scheduled Saturday and Sunday nights from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, at $38.00 per hour. Officers may be required to appear in court for citations issued on behalf of DOTA. The contractor will provide replacement staffing when an officer attends a court proceeding. The position requires successful completion of a DOTA pass and ID office security background check, a one-time physical examination completed within the past six months, and a 12-panel drug test, with future random drug testing. Officers serve as officially commissioned representatives of the State and are expected to maintain a neat, well-groomed appearance.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional U.S. law enforcement experience after graduating from a certified law enforcement academy at the federal, state, or county level.
Experience with de-escalation, incident report writing, patrolling in high-traffic areas, and communication.
Graduation from an approved law enforcement or military police training program; credentials must be provided when applying. Approved programs include certified state or county law enforcement recruit training, federal law enforcement training, or programs approved by the Director.
Valid driver's license.
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 Giglio/Henthorn federal impeachment proceedings.
Ability to supervise contractor personnel and work effectively with airport management, tenants, other law enforcement agencies, and the public on security matters.
Mentally and emotionally capable of performing assigned duties; in good physical health and capable of moderate to arduous exertion, including standing, walking, patrolling for an entire shift, climbing stairs, running, and self-defense.
Able to perform essential physical tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and assisting in the safe evacuation of individuals, including a small child or people with limited mobility.
Able to exercise physical force when required in the execution of official duties.
Able to pass a DOTA pass and ID office security background check, a one-time physical examination completed within the past six months, and a 12-panel drug test; must also pass future random drug tests.
Correctable vision to 20/30 in each eye with normal color vision.
Able to hear at a normal conversational level; a hearing aid may be used.
Maintain a neat, well-groomed appearance as an officially commissioned representative of the State.
Demonstrate professional conduct, maturity, alertness, attentiveness, courtesy, strong moral character, truthfulness, and the ability to follow instructions and accept responsibility.

Nice To Haves

No record of moral turpitude, domestic violence, untruthfulness, or mental or emotional disorders that may interfere with performance of duties; this criterion may enhance hiring consideration but is not disqualifying if absent.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols at a government airport location.
Maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents.
Provide customer service by carrying out security procedures and site-specific policies, and participate 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, respond to, and take appropriate corrective action in varied situations.
Communicate effectively in spoken and written English with the public, airport employees, tenants, law enforcement, and security personnel.
Supervise contractor personnel and work effectively with airport management, tenants, other law enforcement agencies, and the public on security disputes and complaints about subordinate employees' performance, conduct, or behavior.
Attend court proceedings for citations issued on behalf of DOTA when required.
Perform physical duties that may include standing, walking and patrolling for an entire shift, climbing stairs, running, self-defense, lifting and carrying objects up to 25 pounds, and assisting with evacuations.