Austin Aviation – Airport Operations Specialist (Terminal Operations)

City of Austin; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

The City of Austin is hiring an Airport Operations Specialist to support Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. This role focuses on maintaining a safe and secure environment for travelers, employees, and the public, while applying local, state, and federal laws and airport policies.

Responsibilities include patrols, inspections, incident response, emergency planning, trainings, and written reporting. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, plus a valid Texas driver license

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Criminal Justice, Aviation Management, Airway Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Or four (4) years of experience in the U.S. Military Services, peace officer, airport operations, or other security related field.
• Any combination of the above.
• Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Prevents introduction of weapons, bombs, explosives, and other devices by performing frequent patrolling of airport property and surrounding areas, conducting safety and security training, responding immediately to airport security breaches and alarm violations.
• Inspects facilities and ensures safe operating conditions.
• Enforces federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances by issuing citations, warnings, notice of violations, and conducting inspections.
• Monitors airport activities, inspects airport property and facilities and uses security tools and equipment and processes to identify and deter potential threat elements.
• Responds to medical, fire, hazardous materials, disturbances, security violations, aircraft alerts and crashes, burglaries, alarms, and other emergencies as necessary and implements emergency plans.
• Investigates accident scenes to include interviewing suspects and witnesses, following-up on accidents/incidents by contacting witnesses, gathering and sharing information, etc.
• Provides training and classroom instructions on a variety of subjects relating to airport operations and security.
• Writes technical reports.
• Recommends improvements to supervisors and management.
• Provides customer service to the general and traveling public, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and City of Austin Employees, other governmental agencies by performing duties such as providing escort services.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Multi-tasking

Computers and software

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Aviation Management, Airway Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

About This Position

About This Position About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Owned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is an economic engine, supplying over 74,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Central Texas region. Now, as we build the airport’s largest improvement program in its history, we are redefining the travel experience in one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team behind Journey With AUS, the airport’s expansion and development program, where bold ideas, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a shared commitment to excellence are taking flight.

Job Description

Airport Operations Specialist Purpose: Provide a safe and secure environment for the traveling pubic, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and City of Austin employees, and neighboring community by recognizing and responding to violations of local, state, and federal laws and ordinances.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

• Prevents introduction of weapons, bombs, explosives, and other devices, by performing frequent patrolling of airport property and surrounding areas, conducting safety and security training, responding immediately to airport security breaches and alarm violations.
• Inspects facilities and ensures safe operating conditions
• Enforces federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances by issuing citations, warnings, notice of violations, and conducting inspections.
• Monitors airport activities, inspects airport property and facilities and uses security tools and equipment and processes to identify and deter potential threat elements.
• Responds to medical, fire, hazardous materials, disturbances, security violations, aircraft alerts and crashes, burglaries, alarms, and other emergencies as necessary and implements emergency plans.
• Investigates accident scenes to include, interviewing suspects and witnesses, following-up on accidents/incidents by contacting witnesses, gathering and sharing information, etc.
• Provides training and classroom instructions on a variety of subjects relating to airport operations and security.
• Writes technical reports.
• Recommends improvements to supervisors and management.
• Provides customer service to the general and traveling public, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and City of Austin Employees, other governmental agencies by performing duties such as providing escort services.

Responsibilities – Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised

May perform supervisory duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of airport operations.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property and data.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priority.
• Ability to stay informed of airport operational and security issues.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Criminal Justice, Aviation Management, Airway Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• OR Four (4) years of experience in the U.S. Military Services, peace officer, airport operations, or other security related field.
• Any combination of the above.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances required to work at an airport.

Preferred Qualifications

• Customer service experience to include directly communicating and interacting with the public.
• Experience in facility inspection and documentation to ensure operational efficiency.
• Experience using a two-way radio system, in an operational capacity.
• Experience writing technical reports.
• Previous airport experience.

Compensation Range

The annual hiring range for this position is $28.07-$33.96.

Work Hours

Friday - Monday 8:30 PM – 7:00 AM (10-hour shifts) Days off rotate every 90 days. Hours may change depending on departmental needs. Work hours may include after-hours, holidays, and weekend work.

Essential Personnel

This position is categorized as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to come to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled.

Driving Requirement

This position requires a Valid State of Texas Class “C” Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. This position must travel between various locations as part of the regular job duties, and the individual will be required to drive a city vehicle. Position will also be required to drive on the AOA. Successful candidate must be in possession of a Texas driver's license as authorized by the Texas Transportation Code. A driving record verification will be completed.

Skills Assessment

A skills assessment will be required for this position.

On Call / Call Back Responsibilities

Position may require on-call or call back responsibilities.

Overtime

Overtime may be required with or without notice.

Criminal History Records Check

The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10-year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

Language Requirement

Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

Benefits

Working with Aviation provides a number of health and welfare benefits. See City of Austin Promotional Benefits Overview and learn more.

EEO Statement

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call [phone] or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

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