What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Police Officer position at Jackson Municipal Airport Authority?
This is a certified law enforcement officer position. Successful candidates will perform a variety of duties perform in the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes to ensure the security of the airport; to enforce airport traffic regulations; and to perform a variety of tasks in support of airport security. Police Officers receive direct supervision from a Police Sergeant. Shift assignments include nights and weekends and holidays.
Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Patrol a designated area of the airport to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes, and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances.
Perform security checks and inspect vehicles, buildings, facilities, grounds and other areas including gates and fencing to prevent trespass and ensure airport security.
Respond to accident scenes and emergencies; administer first aid as necessary.
Make arrests as necessary; prepare reports on arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed.
Issue airport rules violation citations as necessary and maintain records related to citations.
Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems; preserve good relationships with the general public and airport tenants.
Prepare reports on arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed.
Monitor airport terminal activity on closed circuit television cameras and operate communications equipment.
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to law enforcement and security activities.
Minimum Qualifications include but are not limited to:
One year of experience as a certified law enforcement officer and a high school diploma or GED;
Possession of an appropriate, valid Mississippi driver’s license;
Possession of a valid driver’s license for at least three years and an Acceptable Motor Vehicle Rating;
Police Officer Certification issued by the Mississippi Board of Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training;
Ability to acquire and maintain Aircraft Operations Area drivers permit; the ability to acquire and maintain security clearances as established and regulated by the Transportation Security Administration.
Excellent Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- All duty uniforms (including dry cleaning) and equipment are provided
- Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
- Employer pays 100% of employees’ medical, dental, life, long term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employees earn vacation and medical leave on a monthly basis.
- Employees receive pay for 15 holidays and any other day proclaimed as a holiday.
- Educational Reimbursement available to all fulltime employees for educational expenses.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38,880.00 - $46,660.00 per year
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38,880 - $46,660
