Airport Security Specialist: Patrol, Respond & Protect

Bartow Airport Authority; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Personal days

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Supplemental insurance

Job summary

Bartow Airport Authority in Florida is seeking a full-time Security Officer to protect airport property, facilities, employees, tenants, visitors, and the public. You will perform patrols, monitor areas, respond to alarms and incidents, and assist customers with information.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and Florida Class D Security Officer License; prior security, law enforcement, military, or customer service experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; one year of related security or equivalent experience preferred.
• Florida Class D Security Officer License required or must be obtainable.
• Ability to read and write clear reports and communicate effectively with the public and responders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine patrols of airport property, buildings, parking areas, hangars, and grounds.
• Monitor facilities for unauthorized access, hazards, or violations; enforce policies.
• Respond to alarms, disturbances, emergencies, and requests for assistance.
• Provide information and customer service to tenants, employees, visitors, and the public.
• Prepare accurate incident and activity reports and maintain equipment.
• Operate security cameras, access control, radios, and other equipment.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Report writing

Communication

Observation

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Surveillance systems

Access control

Radio communications

Job description

Bartow Airport Authority in Florida is seeking a full-time Security Officer to protect airport property, facilities, employees, tenants, visitors, and the public. You will perform patrols, monitor areas, respond to alarms and incidents, and assist customers with information.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and Florida Class D Security Officer License; prior security, law enforcement, military, or customer service experience is preferred.