Airport Police Officer (VA & Out-of-State) Lateral ($10,000 Sign-on-Bonus)

About the role

As an Airport Police Officer, you will protect airport travelers and their property, and serve to prevent crime while enforcing Federal and state laws and Airports Authority regulations.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned sector/beat on foot or police vehicle to maintain law and order.
• Enforces laws and Airports Authority regulations for airside and landside security, motor vehicles, and other matters, executing airport emergency procedures as warranted.
• Responds to calls for assistance via mobile display terminal, radio, or telephone.
• Identifies motor vehicle violations, such as moving violations.
• Conducts on-scene and follow-up investigations of accidents.
• Identifies and investigates unusual or suspicious conditions/incidents.
• Ascertains commission of crime, warranting arrest/citation, and custody in accordance with due process procedures and other guidelines.
• Conducts searches and seizures.
• Facilitates vehicle and pedestrian traffic flow and safety.
• Provides assistance to Traffic Control Officers when needed.
• Serves legal document, including outstanding traffic, arrest, and search warrants.
• Preserves and controls crime scenes; collects, labels, safeguards, and transfers evidence.
• Provides credible testimony in court, preparing for cases as appropriate.
• May perform specialized duties in Police Training, Special Operations, Investigations, Explosive Dog division, or another organizational unit, as assigned.

Qualifications

• A citizen of the United States of America.
• At least 20 years, 6 months in age.
• Be able to:
• Complete Field Training Program,
• obtain certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services;
• obtain certification as a Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) Operator within 60 days of completion of Criminal Justice Academy training;
• obtain certification in firearms proficiency;
• pass a comprehensive medical examination, including drug screening and vision, and pass cognitive and physical ability tests, psychological and polygraph examinations.

• Ability to analyze data and information and respond appropriately.
• Skill in using a computer and modern office suite software.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain emotional self-control.
• Ability to speak and write effectively.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
• An associate’s degree (or higher) in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Administration of Justice or related field.

Education

• A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).

Certifications and Licenses Required

• A state driver’s license in good standing.
• Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice System within five months of hire, promotion, or placement into the job.

Necessary Special Factors

• This is a sworn job. The incumbent is subject to one-time and recurring training, certification, and other requirements and standards mandated by the Commonwealth of Virginia and other proper authorities.
• Work requires moderate physical exertion and short bursts of intense physical effort.
• May be exposed to communicable diseases.
• Wears personal protective equipment as needed.
• Is subject to holdover and recall for essential services and emergencies.
• May be required to work night hours, weekends, or special shifts.
• Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quality, quantity, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.
• A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

Benefits

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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