Airport Police Officer Job Joplin area,Missouri USA,Government

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical examination, and drug screening (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Joplin.

Primary Purpose

Under general supervision, performs general and specialized law enforcement, security, and safety duties and provides information services at the Joplin Regional Airport. Works under the direct supervision of the Airport Manager.

Essential Job Functions

Performs law enforcement, security and safety duties for airport buildings, facilities, staff, and the public by enforcing Federal, State, and City laws ordinances and regulations.

Monitors and disseminates relevant Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) information, as required.

Provides law enforcement support for TSA screening.

Issues citations, makes arrests, obtains evidence, and testifies in court as necessary.

Provides perimeter checks in compliance with TSA regulations.

Controls crowds and accommodates reception of groups, public officials, or dignitaries.

Provides emergency response; administers basic first aid and CPR as needed.

Provides visual monitoring of gates and controls gate access in compliance with TSA and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.

Coordinates with the Joplin Police Department to maintain qualifications and training requirements. 10. Provides information services to Airport tenants and the traveling public; coordinates security matters with tenants including disseminating information.

Works with and assists other law enforcement officers in handling such things as bomb threats or other serious threats to safety of persons and property using recognized police procedures and methods.

Patrols airport on foot or in patrol vehicle; checks security of airport buildings, facilities, vehicles, and grounds in accordance with federally mandated security procedures; enforces airport vehicle parking and traffic regulations; enforces City laws, ordinances, and regulations.

Prepares and presents clear and accurate written and oral reports, either handwritten or computer generated.

Contributes effectively to the Public Works Department, communicates effectively with co-workers, both within the department as well as outside the department. Maintains satisfactory attendance to ensure duties are performed without negatively impacting co-workers or delivery of service to the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Federal, State, County, and City statutes, codes, and ordinances applicable to law enforcement; applicable FAA and TSA regulations; law enforcement principles and practices including investigation, identification, records management, report preparation, and custody of persons and property; equipment used in law enforcement including weaponry, communications, and automotive equipment.

Skill in:

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees, airport tenants, City officials, and the public; understanding and interpreting complex statutes, ordinances, regulations, and standards; communicating effectively verbally and in writing; developing accurate reports; communicating using a standard two-way radio; customer service and conflict resolution;
Microsoft Office Suite.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Two years of full-time law enforcement experience which must include responding to calls for service and apprehending, detaining, and arresting suspects. Licenses and

Certifications:

Possess and maintain a valid state issued driver’s license and Missouri POST certification Class A or B for Peace Officer.

Miscellaneous Requirements Requires successful post-offer completion of a background…