Airport Operations Officer

at  City of Orlando

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

All applicants are required to possess Florida law enforcement certification prior to being hired. High School diploma or G.E.D. Certificate which meets state standards. Meet the age requirement in accordance with Florida State Statutes (21 yrs. of age or more preferred), U.S. Citizen. Physical Condition must meet the standards. Meet vision requirements: One eye may be 20/100 corrected to 20/20; the other eye no more than 20/70 corrected to 20/20. Have good moral character, no felony convictions or, misdemeanor convictions involving moral character, perjury or false statements as outlined in the Florida State Statute. Must be able to meet the restrictive drug standard. Applicants must possess a valid Florida Drivers License and be certified as a law enforcement officer pursuant to Chapter 943, Florida Statutes prior to being hired.
Minimum qualifications description:
Criminal Conduct: Applicant will be disqualified if:
1. Applicant has been convicted of a felony crime; OR,
2. Applicant has been convicted of certain misdemeanor offenses, within five years of the date of application (please contact OPD Recruiting if you have questions about which misdemeanor crimes apply); OR,
3. Applicant has been convicted of any offense which can be considered domestic violence; OR,
4. Applicant admits to committing a felony crime within five years of the date of application; OR,
5. Applicant has pending misdemeanor or felony charges; OR,
6. Applicant, while employed as a law enforcement officer, has committed a felony crime; OR,
7. Any other criminal conduct may or may not disqualify an applicant, but will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Drug Use: The following drug-related activities affect an applicant’s eligibility for employment
1. Within one year of application or at any time following application, use or possession by applicant of cannabis that would constitute a violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify the applicant from employment consideration. Such use or possession by applicant preceding one year of application may, upon review of the totality of circumstances, disqualify applicant.
2. Within three years of application or at any time following application, use or possession by applicant of a controlled substance that would constitute a violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify the applicant from employment consideration. Such use or possession by applicant preceding three years of application may, upon review of the totality of circumstances, disqualify applicant.
3. Within ten years of application, sale by applicant of a substance controlled by Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, shall disqualify applicant from employment eligibility.
Driving History: Applicant will be disqualified for traffic convictions under any of the following conditions:
1. One conviction within five years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment:
A. Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle; OR
B. Failing to stop and render aid, as required under any applicable State or Federal Law, in the event of a motor vehicle accident resulting in the death or personal injury of another; OR,
C. Driving a motor vehicle or being in actual physical control while having an unlawful blood alcohol level or while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or any substances controlled under any State or Federal law; OR,
D. Attempting to elude police.
2. One conviction within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment:
A. Driving a motor vehicle while driver’s license is suspended or revoked for reasons other than financial responsibility; OR,
B. Reckless driving.
3. Two convictions singly or in combination within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment:
A. Leaving the scene of an accident resulting in property damage of more than $50; OR,
B. Unlawful speed resulting in an accident.
4. Five convictions singly or in combination within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment of any traffic violations, except parking tickets, covered under any State or Federal law, or any valid ordinance of a municipality or county.
5. Traffic conviction record in which the accumulation of points resulted in the suspension of a driver’s license within three years prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment.
6. Suspended or revoked driver’s license for one of the following reasons within one year prior to the date of application and continuing to the date of employment:
A. Failure to attend court ordered driving schools; OR,
B. Failure to submit to a chemical test for intoxication or any suspension arising from an arrest or conviction for D.U.I. For the purposes of this section, issuance of a driver’s license “For Business Purposes Only” will result in disqualification; OR,
C. Failure to pay two or more traffic fines. The circumstances resulting in the non-payment of only one traffic fine will be evaluated on an individual basis and may or may not disqualify the applicant; OR,
D. Financial responsibility (insurance cancellation, etc.) will be evaluated on an individual basis and may or may not disqualify the applicant.
7. Classified as a habitual traffic offender within the last ten (10) years.
Employment History: Applicant will be disqualified if:
1. Applicant has been discharged or resigned to avoid discharge within the last three years for neglect of duties, violation of job safety standards, violation of rules or standards regarding conduct toward the public and violation of rules and standards governing punctuality and dependability; OR,
2. Applicant has been discharged or resigned to avoid discharge within the last three years for inability to meet performance standards in the same kind of work for which he/she is now applying, unless he/she has since established a stable and satisfactory record of employment or training in the law enforcement career field; OR,
3. Applicant’s work record, including number and type of positions held, reasons for separations and duration of unemployment when considered in light of the type of work he/she is now seeking, indicates that he/she would be a poor employment risk; OR,
4. While employed as a sworn law enforcement officer, applicant appropriated money, property, or evidence for personal use or purpose; OR,
5. Applicant has pending charges before any state law enforcement licensing agency.
*PLEASE NOTE, WHILE THIS LIST DOES CONTAIN THE MAJORITY OF DISQUALIFIERS FOR THE POSITION, THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE THE COMPLETE DISQUALIFIER LIST. IF YOU HAVE A SPECIFIC SITUATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO DISCUSS WHICH YOU BELIEVE MAY DISQUALIFY YOU FROM THE APPLICATION PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT THE ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT’S RECRUITING SECTION AT 407.246.2459 OR send an email to
recruit@orlando.gov

POSITION KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

As relevant to particular assignment:

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of law enforcement
• Knowledge of various law enforcement and community service agencies
• Knowledge of basic life saving techniques (CPR)
• Knowledge of police report writing techniques
• Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and operations
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and City criminal laws and ordinances and the criminal justice system operations
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and City criminal laws and ordinances and the criminal justice system operations.
• Skilled in defensive tactics.
• Skilled in communicating with others, both verbally and in writing.
• Skilled in the use of hand gun, police radio, and related equipment.
• Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to write technical reports and correspondence.
• Ability to observe and record events accurately and completely.
• Ability to conduct interviews.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with citizens, co-workers and managers.
• Ability to perform CPR and basic life saving activities.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical literature.
• Ability to handle routine public contacts.
• Ability to exercise reasonable discretion and judgment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Enters and exits vehicles quickly while wearing approximately 15 to 20 pounds of equipment. Night vision and peripheral vision are important. Runs, climbs over fences and walls to subdue suspects. Sits, while driving, for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity to use handcuffs, light flares, fire weapon, do CPR, etc. May lift objects and/or persons in excess of 50 pounds. May stand for extended periods of time when directing traffic and controlling crowds.
Exposed to extreme weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain and potentially dangerous environments. Exposed to putrid odors, diseases, chemicals, and excessive noise.

Please refer the Job description for details