Airport Escort

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Airport Escort position. This position mans security access points to the Airport Operations Area (AOA) and inspects all vehicles entering the AOA for explosive devices. Additionally, this position will conduct random security identification inspections. Successful candidates will escort construction, inspection, and related contractor personnel to construction sites and/or emergency vehicles within the security areas of the airport, including taxiways and runways. Further, this position performs basic unskilled support work in addition to escort duties.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school and six months of full-time work experience, which has included contact with the public. Must successively complete Movement Area training during probationary/qualifying period.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

Working Conditions: Work scheduled off-hours shifts. Work out of doors in all weather conditions. Work in proximity to potentially hazardous construction sites.

Licensing and Certification: Possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of hire.

Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. Note: all prospective hires must present two original government issued ID's upon acceptance of job offer. Examples of acceptable ID's include a Passport, Driver's License or DMV issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school issued ID with picture, etc.

Customs and Border Protection Security Seal Program: Employment with the Department of Aviation in this job title is contingent upon a ten year employment and five year residency history record check and the ability to present original identity based documentation in order to meet the requirements for a Security Seal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in an office, stores or construction setting, use standard office equipment and drive a vehicle to perform escort and delivery duties; strength to lift materials and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds; ability to stand for long periods of time; agility to climb in and out of large trucks to inspect cargo; vision to read printed materials and to drive in evening and night light conditions; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, on the radio or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Mans the security check points entering the Airport Operations Area, inspects all vehicles entering the airfield for explosives under the guidelines and mandates of the FAA.
• Performs random identification checks on individuals in the secure and restricted areas of the airport.
• Notifies Airport Operations Coordinators and Metro of suspicious situations and secure area violations.
• Responds to security breaches to assist in maintaining security perimeter integrity.
• Checks badges of construction staff, inspectors and others involved with on-site construction projects within the airport.
• Operates a two-way radio to maintain communications with the FAA and Ramp Control towers while driving on the ramp, taxiway, and runway areas.
• Sets up construction cones, light carts, barricades and barriers to insure a safe and secure perimeter around all construction sites and hazards.
• Drives a small truck or similar vehicle to escort approved staff to the proper construction site.
• Escorts emergency vehicles and staff in secured areas.
• Maintains records regarding individuals escorted; reports any incidents to the supervisor.
• Maintains County vehicles in a clean and orderly condition.
• Uses vehicle to deliver supplies to various locations at the airport facilities; unloads and stores materials.
• Provides basic factual information to the public in response to inquiries.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• May assist transportation specialist staff in the movement of traffic in the terminal area.

Join the Clark County Department of Aviation Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Alternative Work Schedules
• More Money in Your Pocket
  • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
  • No Social Security Deduction
  • No State Income Taxes
• Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) - eligible first of the month following 15 days of employment
  • Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
    • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
    • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
    • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
• Retiree insurance – eligible after 5 years of service
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance – Employer Paid
• AD&D – Employer Paid
• Long Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Generous Leave Accruals that include:
  • 12 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Holiday Leave
• Other leave options
  • Catastrophic Leave
  • Parental Leave – Up to 90 days
• Tool Allowance for certain eligible positions.
• Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
  • Guardian – Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Trustmark – Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
  • Sunlife Financial – Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • TASC – Flexible Spending Account – FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
  • Morgan Stanley – Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Fitness Center
• The Department of Aviation, a department of Clark County, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
• Community Volunteer Opportunities
• Comprehensive training program
• Wellness program