Airport Safety Team Member

Beaufort County; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort County is seeking a Security Officer to ensure the safety, security, and smooth operation of the airport by monitoring protocols, identifying threats, conducting inspections, and providing customer service under general supervision.

You will stay current on threats, patrol secure areas, screen employees, report incidents, and enforce airport rules to maintain a secure environment for passengers, tenants, and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School graduation or GED.
• No prior experience required or up to one year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor airport protocols, directives, and regulations.
• Identify threats or suspicious behavior.
• Inspect merchandise and vehicles to prevent prohibited items.
• Screen employees for security clearance.
• Provide passenger and tenant assistance.
• Perform regular security patrols.
• Document and report incidents to authorities.

Skills

Security protocols

Customer service

Threat identification

Patrol operations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety, security, and smooth operation of the airport by monitoring protocols, identifying threats, conducting inspections, and providing customer service while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and using sound judgment under general supervision.

Description

The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety, security, and smooth operation of the airport by monitoring protocols, identifying threats, conducting inspections, and providing customer service while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and using sound judgment under general supervision.

Examples of Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Monitor and enforce airport protocols, directives, and regulations to ensure a secure environment.
• Identify, assess, and respond to potential threats or suspicious behavior.
• Monitor airport security doors and report any breaches or irregularities.
• Investigate unattended vehicles and other potential security risks.
• Conduct merchandise and vehicle inspections to prevent prohibited items from entering secure areas.
• Screen airport employees to verify security clearance and access levels.
• Provide customer service and assistance to passengers, tenants, and other airport users.
• Perform regular foot patrols to maintain a visible security presence.
• Stay current on emerging threats (e.g., bomb threats, active shooters) through ongoing training.
• Accurately document and report security incidents to airport authorities and law enforcement.
• Persuade or influence individuals to comply with airport rules, regulations, and safety standards.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• No prior experience or a short demonstration of one month and up to and including one year of related experience.

Special Certifications And Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.