Communications Officer

Jackson Municipal Airport Authority’s mission is to provide impeccable customer experience and best-in-class infrastructure, serving the aviation needs of the community and strengthening our position as an economic engine for Jackson, the greater region, and Mississippi. If you’d like to see your career, take flight and help us deliver on this mission, apply with us today! If you land a position with JMAA, there are abundant benefits you may be eligible for, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, generous time off benefits, a rich retirement program, and more! JMAA encourages the development of its team members and has an education reimbursement program, too. If you have the skills to successfully fill one of our open positions, we would love to speak with you!

JMAA is currently looking for qualified candidates to fill the role of Communication Officer.

What traits do we seek? Successful candidates will…

• Shine at communicating effectively, building relationships, and resolving conflicts while demonstrating high ethical standards.

• Display strong initiative while being attentive to details and knowledge of general communication skills.

• Display strong initiative while being attentive to details and compliance-focused.

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent. NCIC Certificate Preferred.

• Have a valid Mississippi driver’s license with a class B endorsement and the ability to receive authorization to drive in secured areas.

What Do You Get to Do? You will…

• Answer airport switchboards and direct calls to the appropriate personnel; receive and transmit emergency and non-emergency calls.

• Enters, updates, and retrieves license information from the National Crime Information Computer (NCIC) and enters and updates information in the airport security system computer.

• Answer airport switchboards and direct calls to the appropriate personnel; receive and transmit emergency and non-emergency calls.

• Monitor closed-circuit television cameras for the airport security surveillance system and alert police officers as necessary regarding actual or potential incidents or problems.

• Monitor security alarms throughout the airport terminal and grounds; notify appropriate personnel in the event of an alarm.

• Maintain contact with police and security personnel on duty; maintain personnel's status and location via radio system.

• Monitor the operation of the airport public courtesy telephone system; operate the paging system within the airport; page passengers and employees as requested.

• Notify appropriate airport staff and outside agencies during airport emergencies and maintain clear communication between all parties to ensure coordination of efforts.

• Perform various clerical work, including typing reports and entering data into a computer.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

If you are interested in this incredible career opportunity, please apply online by visiting www.jmaa.com and navigating to the career opportunities section. We also invite you to learn more about us at jmaa.com.

This job posting is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. A detailed job description will be provided during the interview.

We’re an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, and any other protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,350.00 - $42,420.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Rotating shift

Ability to Commute:

• Pearl, MS 39208 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,350 - $42,420