Shire Jobs

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12321833

AIRPORT POLICE and FIRE OFFICER

MAA

Revised: 8/8/2019, Revised 7/1/2023; Revised 9/19/2024

Unit: AFSCME Local 3744

Classification: Non-Exempt

Status: Full Time

Reports to: Airport Police and Fire Chief

Supervises: None

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Airport Police and Fire Chief, the Airport Police and Fire Officer provides

police protection, security, aircraft fire suppression, and rescue services for the Quad Cities International

Airport.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties

and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

1. Responds to all emergencies, including fuel spills, fire suppression, victim rescue, first aid, on-

site accidents/incidents, medicals etc.

2. Responds to alarms and dispatched calls via foot or vehicle; decides what actions to take based

on the situation, facts known and position limitations.

3. Protects airport property and persons by citation, arrest, or other intervention.

4. Patrols airport property by foot or vehicle and identifies security breaches, safety hazards and

problems.

5. Conducts daily airfield inspections per FAA Part 139 regulations. Completes all required

documentation of airfield inspections.

6. Actively engages in wildlife mitigation, harassing, dispersing, and destroying/disposing of wildlife

per FAA Part 139 regulations. Completes all required wildlife documentation and reporting.

7. Investigates suspicious activities and situations observed through field or electronic surveillance.

8. Circulates among visitors, tenants, and employees to preserve order and protect property.

9. Warns persons of rule infractions or violations, and detains, apprehends, or evicts violators from

premises, using force when necessary.

10. Interviews suspects, victims and witnesses and prepares/submits written reports regarding

criminal incidents, on-site accidents, hazards, or security infractions.

11. Escorts unauthorized individuals in the secured areas of the airport.

12. May operate and monitor security control panels, alarms, and related security equipment to

provide area and visitor security.

13. Monitors weather conditions, reporting threatening conditions to Communications Operators

and the Operations Department.

14. Organizes and maintains all required paperwork, logs, activity, and incident reports, etc.

15. Operates a variety of computer, electronic access, surveillance, and other equipment.

16. Follows and complies with all safety and work rules and regulations.

17. Responds to citizens questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.

OTHER DUTIES:

1. Takes incoming calls, refers to others, takes complaints or dispatches resources as necessary.

2. Performs emergency dispatch and communication functions as necessary.

3. Dispatches enforcement and other emergency units and makes required notifications as

necessary.

4. Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

Education, Experience and/or Training

Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D., AND

Certified Law Enforcement Officer Designation in accordance with the Illinois Police Training Act

or ability to obtain a waiver throu gh the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board

(ILETSB).

Work experience in Emergency Medical Services and/or as a firefighter beneficial.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to learn FAA and TSA regulations that affect airport security and ARFF requirements and

state, federal and local regulations regarding police powers and firefighter methods.

Ability to learn and apply airport policies, procedures, guidelines, and protocols relating to the

protection and security of the airport.

Ability to use various computer applications and to learn new and updated software.

Ability to use handheld and ground radios to effectively communicate and report physical

location at all times.

Ability to exercise sound independent judgment and initiative in a wide variety of situations

within established guidelines.

Ability to act quickly and appropriately in emergencies and regarding suspicious situations and

po