Airport Security Officer 1st Shift

ACTS-Aviation Security; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that leads the way in aviation security! As an Aviation Security Officer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. This position offers a competitive wage of $20.00 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) with company match. Your responsibilities will include controlling access to restricted areas, conducting screenings, and ensuring the safety of passengers and staff. If you are dedicated to maintaining security and providing excellent customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the aviation industry.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of security, military, or law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Control access to restricted airport areas and screen individuals and vehicles.
• Conduct inspections and respond to incidents and emergencies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Crisis Management

Physical Capability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join a Global Leader in Aviation Security!

ACTS Airport Services has immediate full-time openings for Aviation Security Officers for our 1st shift at the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. The shift time is: 6:00am - 2:00pm. ACTS offers competitive wages and benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid vacations and holidays.

Aviation Security Officers are an integral part of ensuring our nation’s air transportation network is secured. ACTS’ aviation security officers are committed to delivering our mission “to be the most trusted aviation security provider in the United States” and are responsible for the safety and security of the airports they protect. Apply today to join the global leader in aviation security.

Current Wage Rate: $20.00 per hour

Essential Functions:

• Control access to restricted areas of airport, only allowing access to authorized individuals
• Screen and log persons and/or vehicles accessing restricted areas
• Control access and conduct vehicle inspections at perimeter access points to the Airport’s secured areas
• Conduct vehicle inspections at entries into non-secure areas deemed vulnerable
• Conduct screening of employees, vendors, visitors and belongings utilizing x-ray machines, hand wands, and/or magnetometers
• Access control at employee checkpoints
• Monitor and secure exit lanes from sterile area to public area of airport
• Provide escorts and security for construction of runways, taxiways and terminals/concourses
• Respond to incidents and emergencies
• Provide passenger assistance

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepare Incident/Occurrence Reports for any incident or event that directly involves customer complaints/concerns, safety/security or operational issues/events;
• Report safety concerns, security breaches and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing.
• Handle security issues or emergency situations appropriately.
• Fully embrace security/safety training programs to enhance their ability to advance in their careers.
• Participate in industry-specific security/safety training programs to offer our clients the best trained officers at their airports.
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing and permit requirements for Aviation Security Officers.
• Be aware of and familiar with the airport-specific operations performance manual and post orders.

Position Requirements

Education and Experience

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must have at least two (2) years verifiable previous contract security, military or law enforcement experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Able to provide proof of ability to work in the United States
• Must be able to pass a Security Threat Assessment as administered by the Transportation Security Administration;
• Must be able to pass a Criminal History Record Check as required by the Transportation Security Administration
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing and permit requirements for Aviation Security Officers

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing for the purpose of public interaction and report writing.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills required.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance to ensure avoidance of unpredictable, frequent and/or ongoing tardiness.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Ability to handle typical and crisis situations efficiently and effectively at client site.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position thus must be physically capable of standing or walking an entire shift, able to lift a 25lb fire extinguisher.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shifts
• 2nd Shift
• 3rd Shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent

Experience:

• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Security: 2 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• Guard Card (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

Candidates will be required to go through pre-employment drug screen, criminal check and/or airport fingerprinting.

ACTS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities