Police Officer

Norfolk Airport Authority•Norfolk, VA

6d•$72,095 - $101,395•Onsite

About The Position

Begin a challenging career with the Norfolk Airport Authority, a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our mission is to connect our community with the world by safely, reliably, and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport. This position is primarily responsible for enforcing all local, state, and federal laws and regulations within the Airport jurisdiction.

Requirements

Ability and willingness to work alone and at night and on weekends and holidays.
Ability to attend and complete 40-hour DCJS in-service training every two years.
Ability to meet the Commonwealth of Virginia’s criteria for the issuance of a handgun permit.
Ability to show initiative and judgment in noting and recording irregularities and malfunctions of Authority equipment and facilities.
Ability to exercise tact and cooperation in relationships with passengers, the general public, and Airport tenants.
Ability to adhere to all Authority personnel policies and departmental guidelines.
Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge as may be required by assigned job duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of the physical arrangements and facilities of the Airport terminal as well as fire and safety precautions.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Six months of sworn basic law enforcement experience from a certified Virginia police agency to include satisfactory completion of all field training, required.
Commonwealth of Virginia DCJS “Basic Law Enforcement” certification.
Must maintain or be able to achieve the appropriate level of Virginia Crime Information Network (VCIN) certification.
No violations under VA § 15.2-1707 for decertification of a law-enforcement or jail officer.
Possess a valid driver’s license and must meet NAA driving record requirements.
Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and other pre-employment requirements.
Remain current and proficient in the operation of all police associated equipment to include firearms, 2- and 4-wheel drive vehicles, command vehicle, computers, portable and mobile radios, handcuffs, batons, and other equipment as required by the department.
Employees must be able to withstand all aspects associated with long periods of stretching, stooping, reaching, lifting, walking, running, standing and sitting under all weather conditions, twenty-four (24) hours a day.
Employees must be able to adjust to a varied work schedule and engage in physical confrontation when necessary to subdue violent or demented persons.
Employees must be able to maintain mandated physical training as prescribed by the Criminal Justice Department, i.e., firearms and defensive tactics.
Employees must be able to clearly transmit and receive any and all communications via radio, telephone, and "face to face."
Possess the ability to tolerate extreme weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, snow, light and darkness.
All drivers must be at least 21 years of age, licensed for at least 3 years, have the type of license required by their state for the vehicles operated and meet the following driving record standards.
License is active and NOT suspended.
An “unacceptable" DMV driving record includes the following violations during the most recent 3-year period: Committing a Felony with a Motor Vehicle, DWI/DUI, Drug Offense, Eluding a Police Officer, Foreign citizens with no historical driving record available to us, Hit Run / Leaving the Scene of an accident, Lending an Operator’s License or Registration to Another, Open Container Violation, Passing a Stopped School Bus, Racing or Speed Contest Violation, Reckless Driving, Speeding 25 mph, or more, above speed limit, Suspended License History – Drivers who have had 3 or more license suspensions as a result of moving violations, Temporary Operator's Permit, Two or more at fault accident convictions, Vehicle Manslaughter/Homicide, Three or more moving violations within the past 12 months.

Nice To Haves

Specialized skills such as Bicycle Patrol, SWAT, Crime Prevention, Rifle Qualified, Crisis Intervention Training, Crisis Negotiation Training etc., preferred.
Investigative experience, to include misdemeanor, felony and traffic cases, preferred.
Virginia Department of Criminal Justice certified General Instructor, preferred.
Virginia Department of Criminal Justice certified Specialty Instructor, preferred. (Firearms/Control Tactics/Driving etc.)
Completed Federal Emergency Management courses ICS 100, ICS 200, ISC 700, preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the airlines and other Airport tenants in security and police matters as well as channeling requests to proper authorities.
Be familiar with all the rules and regulations of Norfolk International Airport as well as applicable local, state and federal laws.
Assist other law enforcement agencies in the performance of their duties when it involves the Airport premises and/or jurisdiction.
Perform such first aid as required and assist medical personnel when the need arises on Airport premises.
Assist Airport patrons in cases of emergency and distress.
Investigate disturbances, losses by theft, and make arrests when necessary.
Issue traffic citations to those patrons who violate Airport parking regulations and Virginia motor vehicle laws.
Investigate accidents, confine offenders, and turn them over to the proper authorities.
Check all parking lots regularly.
Responsible for the security of all Norfolk Airport Authority® facilities.
Respond to emergency calls for police assistance and unusual occurrences that may arise on Airport premises.
Report unauthorized solicitation to the Airport Authority administration.
Answer calls from various departments within the Airport Authority with courtesy and a cooperative attitude.
Performs all other duties as assigned and directed.
Administer and adhere to all Authority policies and guidelines.