POSITION SUMMARY (PRIMARY FUNCTION)

This position is responsible for performing a variety of duties and tasks related to community policing and maintaining a secure and orderly environment and protection of the Airport District. This position serves as a uniformed law enforcement representative of the District, performing all duties commensurate to this responsibility. Enforces all applicable laws, regulations and procedures, to include, issuing warnings, citations, and making arrests as required. Performs both preventive foot and vehicle patrols of Airport District facilities and grounds.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED, required; Associate’s Degree or above, preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Local, State or Federal Law Enforcement, Military Police or Correctional Officer work experience required.
• Currently certified law enforcement officer with at least two (2) years of experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A demonstrated proficiency in law enforcement job knowledge and practice.
• Have the ability to discharge a firearm without undue risk to airport employees, tenants, and the public, and comply with department firearm standards.
• Demonstrate proficient operation of a police vehicle.
• Have the ability to operate an emergency vehicle and vehicle radio equipment at the same time.
• Maintain excellent customer service skills when dealing with tenants and the general public.
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer is necessary, including, but not limited to, skills in Microsoft Office products.
• This position requires skills in prioritization, organization, verbal communications and interpersonal relations, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Successfully complete the department’s field training program.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to complete and pass a background investigation, drug screening, and physical examination as per Federal, State and GSP Airport District requirements.
  The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $22.66 - $28.59 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In perso

• Routinely assigned to a police patrol shift with daily assignments to varying zones throughout the airport property.
• Performs customer service related activities and traffic control duties to ensure a positive customer experience while visiting the airport.
• Routinely assigned to perform and enforce traffic control and parking rules on the front curb and throughout the airport property.
• Investigates crimes, accidents and suspicious activity on the airport property.
• Prepares incident, booking, and accident reports.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies, writes state summons, and attends court when required.
• Assists the general public, performs lockout, escort, and protective services as needed or directed.
• Assists with the enforcement of the Airport Security Plan and Airport Emergency Plan requirements.
• Operates a police vehicle on patrol, non-emergency response, emergency response, or pursuit for the apprehension of suspects.
• Must initially qualify with a duty weapon as prescribed by an approved Academy firearms instructor program above eighty percent (80%). Duty weapon proficiency is to be maintained above eighty-five percent (85%).
• Maintains, facilitates, and actively participates in the achievement of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport PD and the District’s Mission, Goals, and Values.
• Administers first aid as required and within the scope of their knowledge and training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.