What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airport Security Escort-part time position at Omaha Airport Authority?
Summary:
The part time airport security escort conducts inspections and escorts tenant delivery and support vehicles entering the airside sections of the airport. Duties will be performed from within and outside a vehicle in all weather conditions.
The position will normally be staffed Monday through Friday 4:30am-12pm. Employee will generally be limited to a work week of 30-40 hours every two weeks. The position requires the ability to follow specific security/inspections protocol, recognize and report illegal or suspicious activity, achieve and maintain Non-Movement Area Driving Certification and possess physical and mental abilities to operate a vehicle, conduct inspections, and explain in detail escort procedures. This position is a non-union position and is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Conducts inspections of vehicles entering the SIDA/Secured area of the airport.
- Provides escorts to vehicles entering/exiting the SIDA/Secured area of the airport.
- Compiles documentation regarding inspection / escort activity for OAA billing purposes.
- Monitors terminal ramp activity to ensure compliance with OAA rules and regulations.
- Conducts perimeter security inspections, when available.
- Monitors contracted snow removal equipment on the airport’s terminal ramp.
- Performs other duties in support of Airport Police safety and security protocol.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
High School graduate or GED Certificate.
Able to operate a handheld radio, vehicle radio and Apple smart phone as used for radio to radio and telephone communications, with the ability to read, write and speak the English language in a clear and concise manner.
Must have vision correctable to 20/20 in both eyes, cannot be color blind, and must be able to view and distinguish images on computer, projector and television screens for extended periods.
Must be capable of reading, hearing and understanding task procedures and instructional information associated with job-related equipment.
Must have physical strength, coordination, agility and mental capabilities necessary to operate a vehicle on the airport’s non-movement area in all weather conditions.
- Must possess valid Nebraska or Iowa operator’s license. Driving history records check will be conducted.
Non-movement area certification required by the end of the training period.
- Prior experience operating a vehicle in the airport’s non-movement area is preferred.
Employment is contingent on the ability to successfully complete a background check, pre-employment physical with negative drug screen results and the ability to obtain an Omaha Airport Authority ID badge.
