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Specialist

Tampa International Airport
Tampa, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/14/2025

Traffic Specialist

ABOUT TAMPA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Tampa International Airport is widely regarded as America's Favorite Airport and was recently named the #1 Large Airport in North America by J.D. Power. As the premier gateway for the West Coast of Florida, TPA serves more than 23 million passengers annually and serves as a top economic engine for the Tampa Bay region and the state of Florida.

The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority, which operates and maintains TPA and the county's three general aviation airports, is always seeking the very best people to serve its passengers, community, and fellow employees. Named a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace in Tampa Bay for five straight years, the Authority has more than 650 employees in more than 20 departments, representing a talented, diverse, and engaged workforce. The organization offers excellent health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, competitive pay, paid parental leave, Health and Dependent Savings Accounts, wellness reimbursement, training opportunities for career advancement, and much more. The Authority holds strong to its mission of serving the region and operates daily on five values : Teamwork, Excellence, Vision, Hospitality, and Community.

Join an award-winning team and see why Tampa International Airport and the Aviation Authority are among the most beloved institutions and workplaces in the Tampa Bay area.

POSITION OVERVIEW The Traffic Specialist position is part of the Tampa International Police Department, responsible for a range of traffic-related responsibilities. These duties encompass vehicle traffic management, enforcement of parking regulations, and ensuring the public safety and security of Hillsborough County Aviation Authority property, facilities, staff, and the general public. This position will require rotating shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays in a subtropical climate under adverse weather conditions.

COMPENSATIONStarting pay of $20.19 per hour

WORKPLACE TYPE

  • 100% On-Site

POSITION ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Directs and controls vehicular traffic on Aviation Authority terminal curbside drives and at checkpoint areas crossing taxiways.

Provides customer service, curbside assistance, and information to airport users.

Performs security duties to ensure the protection of airport property, facilities, personnel, and the general public.

Enforce parking ordinances and issue parking citations as necessary.

Operates Aviation Authority Vehicles.

REQUIRED FOR ALL HCAA JOBS

  • In the event of an emergency or disaster that impacts the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA), an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee's department or the HCAA Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Such assignments may be before, during, or after the emergency / disaster.
  • Complies with all HCAA Policies, Procedures, and Standards.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma / GED
  • Be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background check without any history of the following :
  • No more than three moving violations within the past five years, including adjudications withheld.
  • No more than five moving violations during driving history including adjudications withheld.
  • No illegal drug sale
  • No illegal drug use in the past 36 months
  • No illegal drug use after the age of 30
  • No felony convictions
  • No misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statement
  • No tattoos or body piercings visible while wearing short sleeve shirt and shorts required uniform
  • LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • Possession of a valid Florida Driver License Upon Hire Required
  • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Working knowledge of airport traffic rules and regulations.
  • Working knowledge of airport security rules and regulations.
  • Working knowledge of the functions, services, procedures and regulations of the unit to which assigned.
  • Ability to provide good customer service when dealing with the general public.
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to properly direct vehicular traffic.
  • Ability to operate a tow truck.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to work effectively with others.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability and willingness to work shift hours including weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to use radio and telephone communications equipment.
  • Ability to work outside in a subtropical climate under adverse weather conditions.
  • TPA MISSION STATEMENT To be a major driver in the economic growth of the Tampa Bay Region. We will be leading-edge innovators to create global access and extraordinary customer experiences through our people and facilities to build prosperity for our stakeholders and the region.

    TPA VISION STATEMENT To be a vibrant aviation gateway for Tampa Bay, providing access and economic opportunity for our stakeholders.

    The Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport provides equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership, or non-membership in an employee organization, or based on personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.

    The Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application and testing process. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation requests will be on a case-by-case basis.

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