Airport Operations Specialist & Security Coordinator

POSITION TITLE:      Airport Operations Specialist & Security Coordinator

DEPARTMENT:         Airport Operations

FLSA STATUS:         Exempt

SALARY RANGE:     $55,000 - $74,000/Annually

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Under general direction, plan, manage, and coordinate the security-related activities and communications, and security program for the Grand Junction Regional Airport.  Coordinates and performs Airport Operations in various areas such as airside, terminal, landside, construction, security, and fleet maintenance. Ensures the facilities and support systems are appropriately maintained and functioning properly; monitors airside operations and ensures safety and efficiency, and that all activities comply with applicable rules, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures. Implements programs and performs projects that ensure safe and efficient Airport Operations; handles airport customer and tenant service issues and requests. Strong emphasis on being a self-starter and being able to perform work with little to no supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Serves as the Airport Security Coordinator, as defined in 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1542.
2. Ensures compliance with and enforcement of all aviation security laws, regulations and policies. Oversees the Airport Access Control, credentialing and personnel ID, Secured Area/SIDA/AOA security, airfield perimeter security, contingency and incident management plans, airport vendor security, and other similar activities as outlined in the Airport Security Program and any applicable security regulations and/or directives.
3. Serves as one of the Airport's contacts for security-related activities and communications with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
4. Authorizes and determines the necessity for security clearances to airport users seeking access to the Security Identification Display Area and Sterile Area (SIDA).
5. Reviews with sufficient frequency all security-related functions to ensure that all are effective and in compliance with 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1542, its security program, and applicable security directives.
6. Utilizes a computer via Microsoft Office and access control/badging software, to conduct daily, weekly, monthly and annual audits to assure compliance under CFR 1542.
7. On occasion, fulfills the daily duties as assigned in the Airport Certification Manual (ACM) and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) under FAR Part 139.
8. On occasion, performs firefighting activities including driving large fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, fire suppression, passenger safety and egress, rendering emergency aid.
9. Immediately initiates corrective actions for any instance of non-compliance with CFR 1542, its security program, and applicable security directives.
10. Serves as liaison with airline managers and related airport tenants, and other Security Coordinators regarding air carrier security related issues.
11. Develops and reviews airport security programs, directives, and activities of airport tenants and employees to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal security and safety regulations.
12. Prepares reports and/or conducts presentations to stakeholders, as necessary.
13. Ensures availability of documents for review by federal agencies, initiate corrective actions for failure to comply with CFR Part 1500, the Airport Security Program, and other security directives.
14. Responds to Airport emergencies and performs security-related activities as outlined in the Airport’s Emergency Plan.
15. Responds to after-hours emergencies as necessary.
16. Responsible for parking lot and ground transportation security and compliance.
17. Manages security related contracts and contractors.
18. Works with others in a team-oriented environment and individually as needed.
19. Fulfill the Airport’s Mission and Vision Values.
20. Carries Airport, laptop/tablet, cell phone, and radio.
21. Returns to the Airport within 45 minutes to perform assigned duties unless prior arrangements made with supervisor.

Equipment Operations:

1. Operate in a competent, safe manner a variety of vehicles and equipment required to perform duties including, but not limited to firearms, automobile, backhoe, pickup/utility truck, dump truck, sweeper, chain/trimming saws, snow removal equipment, miscellaneous power and hand tools, grader, weed eaters, lawn edger’s, loader, riding and manual lawn mowers.
2. Occasional operating of large fire truck and apparatus, including the ability to climb on top of and into vehicle for duties related to Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF).
3. Demonstrates good situational awareness while coordinating all communication on the airfield between the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT), mutual aid and contractors, while keeping safety top of mind.
4. All other work as required.

Mandatory Requirements:

Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2-years of full-time airport security experience, two of which include supervisory responsibilities.
 

Background Check: Employment with the Airport is contingent upon an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration.
 

Special Requirements/Licenses:

1. 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.
2. Knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 1500 et al, Civil Aviation Security Rules, local, state, and federal laws, regulation.
3. Knowledge of federal, state, and City rules and regulations governing airport security.
4. Must pass the ARFF/HAZWOPER medical/physical

Skill in:

1. Skill in coordinating various functions
2. Skill in managing the activities of personnel engaged in unit functions
3. Skill in effective communication, both orally and written
4. Skill in formulating long and short term plans
5. Skill in budget development and administration
6. Skill in working with others and individually

            Licenses/Certifications:

1. Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
2. Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) Designation
3. AAAE: ACE Security Certification desirable.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Work is performed often without direct supervision.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Employee will give direction, guidance and training in operational procedures to other employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk and talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Strength and energy sufficient to maintain an active work schedule involving driving and/or physical exertion; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to perform assigned duties; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally as needed.

The physical demands of this position are considered to be: Heavy (e.g., 50 to 100 pounds lifted/carried or force exerted occasionally; 25 to 50 pounds lifted/carried or force exerted frequently).

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

1. Requires daily use of personal computer, including Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, and software programs; calculator, telephone, scanner, copy machine.
2. This position requires use of Airport vehicles, including snow removal equipment and firetrucks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in an office environment; the employee rarely works in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

This description covers the most significant essential and auxiliary duties performed but does not include other occasional work which may be similar, related to, or logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employee agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

1. Health Insurance
2. Health Savings Account (HSA)
3. Flex Savings Account (FSA)
4. Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
5. Appleton Clinics Membership for employee and children
6. Dental
7. Vision
8. Life and Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)
9. PERA
10. 401(k) matching (after 1 year of service)
11. Gym Reimbursement
12. Paid time off
13. Start with 40 hours of paid time off on you start date (new employees only)