(#RP0520)
DEFINITIONUnder direction, coordinates, performs, and enforces patrol and inspection duties at the San Joaquin County Airport; performs surveillance, inspection and investigations for enforcement of security operations at the Airport; ensures compliance with federal and Airport Security Regulations; provides and/or assists with emergency response; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules. CLASS CHARACTERISTICSAn incumbent in this single position class supports the San Joaquin County Airport by coordinating and supervising the daily safety and security activities, including law enforcement and other emergency airport procedures applicable to tenants and other agencies. The incumbent coordinates the airport safety and security procedures and acts as a liaison with regulatory and contracted agencies, is responsible for airport security at boarding gates and the airport grounds, and enforces other County ordinances pertaining to the airport’s operations. An incumbent in this class is a peace officer as defined in Section 830.33 of the Penal Code. TYPICAL DUTIES • Coordinates security and emergency response activities with appropriate agencies; serves as Airport liaison with offices of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for security purposes; maintains activity logs and records and answers operational correspondence; prepares reports and other correspondence as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEITHER PATTERN I Experience: Two years experience as an Airport Operations Specialist in San Joaquin County service.
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a General Education Development certificate (G.E.D), or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited institution.
Experience: One year of full-time paid experience as a security worker and satisfactory completion of the course of instruction as required by Sections 832 and 832.1 of the California Penal Code relative to airport security officers. AND Special Requirements:
KNOWLEDGEPrinciples and techniques of airport operations and administration; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including Federal Code of Regulations/Transportation Security Administration Title 49, Parts 1542 and 1544; terminology used in the operation and maintenance of a certified FAA airport; effective communication skills and interpersonal relations; local and federal air regulations, ordinances, uniform fire code, hazardous materials handling requirements, safety regulations and practices employed in the operation of an airport facility; various aircraft recognition and basic operating characteristics; airport vegetation control; basic computer and modern office automation technology relevant to department operations; preservation of evidence; report writing techniques; methods of personal identification used in law enforcement; general human behavior; public relations principles; first aid; public relations techniques. ABILITYUnderstand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, and ordinances related to airports; read and comprehend FAA, TSA, state, and local codes; react quickly and calmly in emergencies; write operational and investigative reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain good working relationships with staff, the public, other agencies and outside vendors; perform duties while wearing required safety equipment; safely operate emergency response vehicles; operate and care for a variety of specialized law enforcement equipment including firearms; operate electronic communication equipment; operate basic computer hardware and software; methods and techniques of routine law enforcement work; basic investigative and research techniques pertaining to law enforcement; care and use of firearms; understand and follow written and oral instructions; maintain routine records and prepare reports. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTSMobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time; driving; frequent running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling; drag 5 to 165 lbs; Lifting-Frequently 5 to 75 lbs; occasional lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual-Constant good overall vision, reading/close-up work; color perception and use eye/hand coordination; frequent use of depth perception and field/peripheral vision; Dexterity-Frequent reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking-Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone/radio, talking in person; ability to hear faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological-Constant decision making, concentration, and public contact; public speaking; dealing with emergency situations; frequent working alone; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, and death, hazardous materials; Special Requirements-Wear assigned safety equipment; may require working weekends, nights, overtime; Environmental-Frequent exposure to noise and varied weather conditions. CLASS: RP0520; |