City of Laredo, TX

Airport Security Officer, (B253635-4), 206, Airport Security

Laredo, TX, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.38
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid vacation
sick leave
Pension Plan
Paid holidays
Health Insurance
dental plan
Life insurance

Job Description

The City of Laredo is a vibrant and growing municipality located in Texas, committed to ensuring the safety and security of its residents and visitors. As a municipal government organization, it plays a crucial role in managing public services, maintaining community standards, and supporting local infrastructure. Among its many departments, the Airport Department stands out by managing the security protocols and law enforcement activities critical to the safety of passengers, airport staff, and the general public. This department operates under strict federal, state, and local regulations to uphold the highest security standards at the Laredo International Airport. The city's commitment... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Peace Officer certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
  • valid Texas Driver License
  • must undergo a 10-year Federal background check
  • must obtain Adult CPR and First Aid Certification within 6 months of employment
  • must obtain Airfield Certification within 3 months of employment
  • successful completion of drug and alcohol tests prior to employment
  • continued employment contingent on obtaining necessary certifications and licenses
  • ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and good driving record
  • must be physically capable of performing the duties
  • ability to travel locally and regionally
  • willingness to work in various environmental conditions including outdoor, street, vehicles, and warehouse environments

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Peace Officer certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
  • valid Texas Driver License
  • ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work
  • ability to maintain confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
  • ability to enforce laws and respond to emergencies
  • effective oral and written communication skills in English and oral communication in Spanish
  • ability to comply with all City policies and procedures
  • ability to maintain good health and physical condition to perform duties
  • ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo

Job Duties

  • Responds to calls for police service to all locations on the airport
  • makes preliminary investigations of criminal offenses
  • assists citizens and passengers to minimize inconveniences
  • assists with lost and disabled vehicles
  • enforces airport code and traffic regulations
  • patrols public and restricted areas in support of Airport Security Program
  • provides law enforcement support to the passenger and baggage screening process
  • enforces federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and resolutions, making arrests and issuing citations as appropriate
  • patrols terminal parking areas to prevent criminal acts against employees and passengers, property, and vehicles
  • apprehends violators
  • attends training courses providing classroom and field instruction in police procedures, techniques, and laws
  • conducts daily airfield inspections and responds to aircraft emergency landings (ALERTS)
  • drives City vehicle for City business use
  • performs related work as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location