Airport Operations Specialist

About the role

The Boise Airport is expanding its operations and is seeking additional Airport Operations Specialists to join our dedicated team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the safety and security of travelers at our airport.

Responsibilities

• Enforce transportation security administration regulations and airport security regulations.
• Patrol airport property and the perimeter fence line.
• Perform security inspections and issue parking tickets for curb violations.
• Provide customer service to the public and airport community.
• Maintain lost and found programs.
• Manage incoming customer service phone calls and assist airlines and airport vendors.
• Regulate and enforce rules and regulations.
• Respond to City of Boise's clerk’s office and court proceedings when tickets are contested.
• Operate and monitor radio and phone systems to communicate airport functions and emergencies.
• Operate and/or monitor flight information displays, weather displays, runway surface sensor displays, fire detection systems and emergency notifications.
• Operate computer terminals.
• Report airport and airfield conditions.
• Inspect non-movement areas.
• Monitor local and regional weather patterns.
• Report field conditions during winter operations.
• Monitor airport non-movement areas for foreign object debris (FOD).
• Respond to all emergencies and medical incidents.
• Interact with victims, emergency responders and witnesses and complete appropriate reports.
• Work and assist the incident command.
• Perform security functions and have responsibilities in compliance with 49 CFR 1542, including inspections and patrols.
• Perform security inspections of people, property, and vehicles in both indoor and outdoor locations using a variety of tools and equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Knowledge of FAA and TSA regulations; airport and airline operations and security; federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to the operations of a certified, commercial airport; terminal and communication procedures and technical aviation issues, equipment and administration; computer usage including related software; and safety practices and precautions.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports; prioritize work and relay information during stressful and emergency situations; adopt and/or modify established practices and procedures to emergency situations; accomplish multiple tasks accurately with frequent interruptions; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience conducting TSA 1542 compliance inspections or experience as a pilot, crew member, flight dispatcher or military experience.
• American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) training and credentials, including “Airport Certified Employee” (ACE) and basic or advanced “Airport Safety and Operations Specialists” (ASOS) Certification.
• FEMA NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 Certification.

Skills

• Computer usage including related software.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to operate various security and communication equipment.
• Ability to handle emergencies and medical incidents.

Benefits

City employees enjoy a top-notch zero-premium healthcare option for you and your family. Plus, a retirement plan that provides a lifetime annuity, investment matching, a cash-incentive wellness program, public employee student loan forgiveness, paid parental leave, and more.

Pay

Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Varying shifts in a 24/7 operation, including holidays and weekends.