Airports Public Safety Agent

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The City of Fresno is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Airports team as Airports Public Safety Agent I. In this key role, you will help ensure the safety, security, and smooth operation of our airport facilities while providing exceptional service to the traveling public. Apply now!

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide directions and customer service to travelers.
• Monitor and enforce curbside and vehicle regulations.
• Direct traffic flow and escort pedestrians safely.
• Check badges, vehicle permits, and conduct inspections.
• Report hazards, unsafe conditions, and suspicious activity.
• Operate radios, phones, and communication equipment.
• Assist in coordinating emergency and non-emergency incidents.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports and records.
• Support dispatch and access control operations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The duties, work location, and schedule of this position may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific details if called upon for an interview.

Explore the job specification for additional position details.

The current vacancies exist in the Airports Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list:

High School diploma or equivalent

AND

One (1) year of military experience or substantial amount of public contact experience.

Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment.

Possession and continue maintenance of a valid California Driver's License.

Depending on assignment, may require bilingual skills to meet departmental needs.

Possession of a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate must be obtained within the probationary period. Failure to obtain a valid First Aid and CPR certificate and maintain throughout the term of employment in this class will be cause for termination.

Prior to appointment, positions in Airports require successful completion of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 10-year employment history verification, which includes a criminal history records check.

The selected eligible candidates for this position will be required to successfully pass a Department interview, an extensive background investigation, and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the department.

The examination process may consist of the following:

Written Examination: 100% - A job related written examination, which may be administered online, will be administered, and may test a candidate's ability to follow written instructions, customer service, driver safety, airport security and safety, basic first aid, two-way radio, grammar, reading comprehension and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The written examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of August 17th, 2026.

If an examination is conducted for a position within the classified service, qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Candidates must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form or electronic copy indicating honorable discharge with each application prior to the filing deadline.

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

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