Police Officer

Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA); United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Regional Airport Authority Police is seeking candidates for full-time security officer positions responsible for protecting passengers and property at CMH, LCK, and TZR. The role includes patrols, incident investigations, and reporting to ensure airport safety and compliance with federal/state laws.

Applicants must meet Ohio Peace Officer standards, possess a high school diploma or GED, and pass a pre-employment drug test.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current State of Ohio Peace Officer Certification required.
• U.S. citizen.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Be at least 21 at hire; 20 at application.

Responsibilities

• Respond to alarms at airport security checkpoints and terminals.
• Investigate improper or unlawful acts, such as security breaches or disturbances.
• Complete and maintain required incident and informational reports and records.
• Exercise arrest authority under TSR: 49 CFR Part 1542 and Ohio/Columbus laws.

Skills

Patrol security

Arrest authority

Report writing

Security procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Ohio Peace Officer Certification

Job description

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority manages and operates passenger-focused John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), cargo-focused Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and general aviation airport Bolton Field (TZR).

We are a diverse group of committed and talented professionals who show up every day to take CRAA to new heights. Although our roles are as diverse as we are – from Custodial Services to Customer Service, from Accounting to Airport Police, from HVAC to Human Resources – we have one common goal: connect Ohio with the world.

Our organization is in constant motion, moving people and cargo 365 days a year. With our core values of Accountability, Innovation and Respect guiding us, we each do our part to contribute to our organization, the aviation industry, local businesses, and the economy. We create experiences for passengers, we create opportunities for businesses, and we create economic growth for Columbus.

Trust and respect are the foundation of our culture. We invite new ideas. We encourage innovation. We are inclusive and welcoming. We are empowered to enact positive change.

Your “Take Off” will be successful by doing the following with excellence:

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Respond to overt and covert alarms at airport security checkpoints and throughout the terminals.
• Investigate improper or unlawful acts, such as public disturbance, security breach, or assault.
• Complete and maintain federal, state, local offense and informational reports, files, and records.
• Conduct fact-finding and/or informational interviews.
• Exercise authority to arrest in accordance with TSR: 49 CFR Part 1542 and the laws of the State of Ohio and City of Columbus.
• Patrol terminal and airport property, recognizing/responding to potential security breaches.
• Assist in the search for suspicious items/bombs in the event of threat.
• Take vehicle accident reports on Airport property and perform traffic control responsibilities.
• Provide special security for VIPs.
• Respond to activated fire, burglary, or other alarms.
• Perform related work as required.
• Pay range for this position is $40.72 p/h - $54.68 p/h. The offered salary is evaluated using internal equity, job knowledge, skills, experience, and other key factors.

Your “Landing” will be smooth if you meet the following requirements:

• Minimum Requirements:
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Have a current State of Ohio Peace Officer Certification
• Be a citizen of the United States
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Be at least 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age at time of hire
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana (medical marijuana cards are not acceptable)

• Additional Requirements:
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances and law enforcement practices and techniques; general knowledge of federal regulations as related to airport operations preferred
• One (1) year of full-time certified Police Officer experience or equivalent accumulated on-duty hours as a certified Reserve Police Officer preferred
• Willingness and ability to successfully complete an annual physical agility test as outlined in the current Fraternal Order of Police Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, and all other groups or classes protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Authority does not tolerate violence or drug use in the workplace.