Airport Enforcement Officer; Airport

Jackson County Employment Opportunity.

If you are self-motivated and enjoy working with and assisting the general public, come join the Airport Enforcement Team! The Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport is open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and 365 days/year. Shifts generally consist of three 12-hour shifts and one 4-hour shift.

Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!

• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate mandatory training, special project needs, and other coverage requirements.
• Pass a credit and federal criminal background check prior to hire.
• Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. Click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record.

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

• This position is represented by union group SEIU.

Enforces safety, security, traffic control, and parking standards on Airport property; maintains regulatory compliance; ensures the safety and security of the public, grounds, tenants and facilities at the airport. Independently performs the full range of more routine tasks and duties with only occasional instruction or assistance.

(The following duties represent some of the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.)

• Maintains compliance with federal regulations and airport procedures in airport operations and/or parking areas; patrols airfield perimeter and maintain safety of the security identification display area; patrols terminal, curb and adjacent areas enforcing regulations; checks gates and verifies authorized personnel on Airport property; issues notices or citations as necessary for parking or other violations.
• Conducts routine inspections of interior and exterior areas of the Airport.
• Identifies possible breaches of regulations and/or procedures and respond as directed.
• Performs investigations relating to injuries, accidents and breaches of regulations and/or procedures and provides support to responding law enforcement and emergency agencies.
• Conducts vehicle searches and implement policies and procedures regarding unattended or suspicious baggage; evaluates the situation and make the appropriate decisions; may be responsible for ensuring unattended vehicles that are improperly positioned are removed promptly.
• Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
• Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
• Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required. May work a variety of shifts and schedules, including nights and weekends.

(Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following requirements, physical demands and/or working conditions)

• High school diploma or equivalent AND must be at least 18 years of age AND one year prior law enforcement, military, security, airport or aviation related experience AND one year additional experience involving heavy public contact; OR
• Any combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.

Requires possession of a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. A DPSST Unarmed Private Security license must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Must pass an in-depth background check investigation and a security threat assessment. Appointment to Code Enforcement Officer within one month of hire.

Position requires familiarity with methods and techniques of security and enforcement; knowledge of and ability to operate two-way radios and surveillance equipment. Requires the ability to learn, understand and apply FAA advisory circulars and TSA regulations; ability to operate computer software applications including word processing, e-mail and spreadsheets; ability to collect, organize and analyze data; understand and carry out simple oral and written…