Certified Police Corporal
Essential Functions:
- Assist Shift Segreant in supervising shifts and special assignments, in support of and independently in the absence of a Shift Sergeant to maintain a safe and secure airport.
- Allocates the use of department equipment, radios, and vehicles.
- Serves as the lead law enforcement official on-site when officers of superior rank are off duty. Makes crucial decisions to call other airport personnel to the site. Informs a superior of all incidents.
- Responds to emergencies and other incidents on airport property. Recommends that it coordinates. responses to critical incidents regarding decisions to involve other outside agencies as appropriate, including other local law enforcement departments, state agencies, and federal
authorities. - Assists with the development of a departmental staff training program and may serve in leadership or teaching roles. Responsible for assisting with training documentation and files.
- Responds to incidents and accidents on airport property to ensure proper enforcement of applicable local, state, or federal regulations and/or laws. Uses appropriate judgment in applying rules and regulations and discretion in dealing with the public. As needed, coordinates the transport of prisoners and court appearances.
- Serves as a representative of the airport’s commitment to customer service to the public, airport staff, governmental agencies, and tenants. Assists with the coordination of security efforts required for special events.
- In support of the Department of Operations and Security, provides general monitoring and inspection of airport grounds, including the terminal, airport facilities, security checkpoints, traffic, parking lot, entrances and exits to the airport, as well as property used for development or other uses.
Requirements:
- Three years of law enforcement experience as a police or law enforcement officer, which includes at least six months of experience in airport law enforcement.
- High School diploma or GED. License or Certificate:
- Possession of an appropriate, valid Mississippi driver’s license.
- Possession of Certification as a Peace Officer issued by the Board of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training.
- Ability to acquire and maintain at least Class 2 Aircraft Operation Area (AOA) driving privileges and a badge that provides access to SIDA, sterile areas, and any other secured area of Airport property required to perform. assigned duties.