Airport Security Coordinator

This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Stockton Metropolitan Airport and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. All correspondences will be delivered via e-mail or US Mail.

About the role

This position is responsible for coordinating airport security operations in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Code of Federal Regulations/Transportation Security Administration Title 49, Parts 1540, 1542, and 1544.

Responsibilities

• Apply principles and techniques of airport operations security and administration.
• Interpret and enforce federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to airport security.
• Recognize various aircraft and understand basic operating characteristics.
• Manage airport vegetation control and hazardous materials handling requirements.
• Operate and maintain electronic communication equipment and basic computer hardware/software.
• Respond to emergencies in a calm and professional manner, including operating emergency response vehicles.
• Write operational and investigative reports.
• Perform basic investigative and research techniques.
• Maintain routine records and prepare reports.
• Provide customer service and maintain public relations.
• Follow written and oral instructions accurately.
• Wear required safety equipment and operate a variety of equipment safely.

Requirements

• Knowledge of airport operations security, administration, and pertinent regulations (FAA, TSA, state, and local).
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and ordinances related to airports.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, the public, and other agencies.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and respond calmly under stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability to operate radios, computers, and other office equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties while wearing required safety equipment.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Mobility: Frequent operation of data entry devices; repetitive motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods; driving; occasional running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling.
• Lifting: Frequently 5 to 30 lbs; occasional lifting/turning of heavy objects or people.
• Visual: Constant good overall vision, reading/close-up work, color perception, eye/hand coordination; frequent use of depth perception and field/peripheral vision.
• Dexterity: Frequent reaching, grasping, repetitive motion, and writing.
• Hearing/Talking: Frequent hearing of normal speech, use of telephone/radio, talking in person; ability to hear faint sounds.
• Emotional/Psychological: Constant decision-making, concentration, and public contact; dealing with emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, death, and hazardous materials.
• Special Requirements: May require working weekends, nights, or overtime; exposure to noise and varied weather conditions.

Pay

$5,518.91 - $6,708.27 per month.

Schedule

Full-time. May require working weekends, nights, or overtime.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Choice of three plans (Kaiser, Select, Premier); dependent coverage available at employee expense.
• Dental Insurance: Choice of two plans (Delta Dental, United Health Care-Select); no cost for employee-only coverage; dependent coverage at employee expense.
• Vision Insurance: Coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP); no cost for employee-only coverage; dependent coverage at employee expense.
• Life Insurance: Coverage based on years of service:
  • 1 but less than 3 years: $1,000
  • 3 but less than 5 years: $3,000
  • 5 but less than 10 years: $5,000
  • 10+ years: $10,000
  Additional term life insurance may be purchased at group rates.
• 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: Pre-tax dollars for health-related expenses (Health Flexible Spending Account: $2,550 annual limit with $500 carryover) and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan: $5,000 annual limit).
• Retirement Plan: Covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937 (SJCERA).
• Deferred Compensation: Annual contribution limit of $22,500 (or 100% of includible compensation, whichever is less); $30,000 for individuals age 50 or older. Roth IRA (after-tax) also available.
• Vacation:
  • 10 days per year up to 3 years of service
  • 15 days after 3 years
  • 20 days after 10 years
  • 23 days after 20 years
• Holidays: 14 paid holidays per year.
• Sick Leave: 12 working days annually with unlimited accumulation; eligible for 8 hours of administrative leave if leave balance meets criteria.
• Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for qualifying family members; 2 additional days for death of spouse, domestic partner, parent, or child.
• Merit Salary Increase: Eligible for step increases after 52 weeks (2,080 hours) at each step.
• Educational Reimbursement: Up to $850 per fiscal year for career-related coursework; up to $1,600 per fiscal year for approved 4-year college/university programs.
• Parking Supplemental: Up to $20 per pay period for employees assigned to Downtown Stockton.
• School Activities Leave: Up to 40 hours per year (max 8 hours per month) to participate in children’s school activities.