Airport Public Safety Officer I - 56Hr

Summary

We welcome and appreciate your interest in employment with the City of Corpus Christi. We are an equal opportunity employer; no information obtained during the recruitment or selection process is intended for any discriminatory purposes.

Pay

This position is a Non-Exempt position.

Attendance

Rotating shift, Monday

• Sunday. Twenty-four (24) hours on, followed by forty-eight (48) hours off. This position is a 24/7/365 operation. Must be available to work additional hours as needed.

Who May Apply?

All persons legally authorized to work in the United States

Must be twenty (20) years of age or older at time of hire to be eligible to obtain Texas Commission on Law Enforcement

• Peace Officer certification.

Overview

The Public Safety Officer I is responsible for the safety and security of passengers, employees, and property at the Corpus Christi International Airport (CCIA) enforcing local, state, and federal laws and regulations in addition to responding to all medical and fire emergencies

Responsibilities

• Responds to all emergencies involving aircraft inbound/outbound and in proximity to the Airport, as required in the Airport Emergency Plan

• Drives specialized fire fighting vehicles with elevated water ways to landing or crash sites on paved and unimproved surfaces

• Applies necessary extinguishing agents and conducts fire suppression in critical areas establishing fire control while performing rescue of victims

• Responsible for other duties of firefighting such as search and rescue, structural fires, vehicular accidents, Hazardous Materials incidents including fuel spills and brush fires

• Operates hydraulic and gas-powered rescue equipment and specialty aircraft rescue vehicles as a driver/operator

• Performs monthly fire safety and extinguisher inspections of all Airport facilities

• Conducts training as required by Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to maintain certifications in ARFF and Structural Fire Fighting

• Initiastes Incident Command System and may be designated as Incident Commander

• Proves support to the Airport Dispatch Center as a TCOLE authorized/licensed Telecommunicator

• Provides emergency medical treatment by responding to all emergency medical calls on, and in proximity to, the Airport

• Assesses and provides emergency medical treatment (at Basic Life Support level) to victims in order to save lives and minimize injuries

• Applies dressings and bandaging materials, splints, and backboards

• Administers oxygen and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and other techniques or equipment as required following approved protocols

• Initiate Triage during mass causality events

• Responsible for all law enforcement services at the Airport including the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws and regulations equally, regardless of race, color, creed, or sexual orientation

• Actively patrols and directs patrols (on foot and/or in a vehicle), concentrating on areas controlled by TSA regulations (i.e. security checkpoint, ramps, gates, etc.) and the Aviation Department, to detect, investigate, and deter felony and misdemeanor violations, other misconduct, and possible security violations of local ordinances and federal regulations

• Responsible for the protection of persons and property

• Assists in the preparation of felony and misdemeanor cases for filing charges and testifying in court

• Responds to personally sensitive calls such as child custody, missing persons, or domestic violence

• Arrests and detains suspects by employing the level of force necessary to control individuals in warranted circumstances, handcuffing, and searching individuals, advising individuals of their Miranda rights when required, completing the necessary reports, and transporting to the appropriate detention facility

• Interacts and works with passengers and other employees in a team and on an individual basis

• Complies with all training requirements to maintain Texas Peace Officer license

• Assumes the role of Incident Commander for emergency incidents and mass casualty events such as Active shooter until relieved by a higher ranking officer

• Conducts continuous surveillance inspections and monitors airfield construction projects for safety and compliance

• Conducts escorts in the aircraft operations area

• Conducts quarterly safety and fire inspection of fuel farms and vehicles ensure NFPA 407 compliance

• Designated as essential for natural disasters and is part of the post incident response team

• Interacts with the general public through tours and other outreach programs

• Conducts training and participates in ARFF Academies as an instructor

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED

• Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of experience

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

• A Class B Exempt Driver's License required within eighteen (18) months of hire

• Texas Commission on Fire Protection

• Structural Fire required within eighteen (18) months of hire

• Texas Commission on Fire Protection

• Aircraft Rescue Fire required within eighteen (18) months of hire

• Texas Department of Health

• Emergency Medical Technician Basic required within eighteen (18) months of hire

• Texas Commission on Law Enforcement

• Peace Officer required within eighteen (18) months of hire

• Possession of Peace Officer or Structural Fire Fighter required within eighteen (18) months of hire

• Certifications/licenses will be provided after hire pending operational needs and job performance

• Must be able to meet all physical requirements of position

Other Information:

Benefits

The City offers an excellent benefit package that includes:

• Texas Municipal Retirement System

• TMRS is a required retirement plan for all full-time employees. Each employee automatically contributes 7% of their total compensation. The City will match employee contributions 2 to 1 during retirement.

• Medical/dental/vision/life coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

• Vacation

• 88+ hours per year

• Personal leave

• 40 hours per year

• Sick leave

• 96 hours per year

• Voluntary 457b deferred compensation plan

• Ten (10) Holidays

• Flexible Spending Account

• City Employee Health & Wellness Clinic & City Employee Fitness Center

• Learning & Development Academy

• Tuition Reimbursement Programs

• Employee Recognition Programs

Basis of Rating

Application review and the City may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Closing Statement

• Selected applicants must be able to pass a background investigation and a pre-employment drug test.

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.