Airport Computer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

About Us

Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust (TAIT) proudly operates both Tulsa International Airport (TUL) and Tulsa Riverside Airport (RVS). We enjoy a smooth and collaborative work environment with a healthy work/life balance, competitive pay, comprehensive benefit package including employer provided medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as paid time, pension, and discretionary bonuses. 

Starting pay for this non-exempt position is $22.77 per hour. Must be available to work any shift in our 24/7 - 365 operation. New TAIT officers will train on multiple shifts, but will most likely be placed on evening or overnight shifts based on seniority.

Reporting to the Shift Lieutenant, the Airport Police Officer is responsible for police duties, security and safety functions at Tulsa International Airport. Occasional police and security duties at Tulsa Riverside Airport, and occasional VIP security duties. Works with local, state and federal agencies with enforcement of criminal laws, traffic enforcement and federal regulations. Investigates crimes, prepares reports and testifies in court.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responds to all law enforcement calls on airport properties.
• Directs traffic in congested and emergency areas.
• Makes arrests and issues citations.
• Ability to investigate crimes, identify and preserve evidence.
• Prepares written reports utilizing basic to moderate level computer skills.
• Public relations activities.
• Conducts airport safety and security inspections.
• Responds to all emergency situations. Assists with airfield alerts and escorts.
• Drives police vehicle safely in a crowded airport environment.
• Attends meetings and/or seminars to stay current in job practices.
• May perform other tasks as required to keep the Airport in compliance with FAR 139 and FAR 107.
• Comes to work on a regular and timely basis and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education & Experience: Minimum education of high school diploma or GED equivalent. Must possess a CLEET Basic Peace Officer Certification and be at least 21 years of age. No one may apply who has been convicted of or has participated in a deferred sentence for a felony, a crime of moral turpitude or crime of domestic violence.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment. Ability to read, understand, and interpret ordinances, laws, and other operating procedures. Ability to become proficient with required computer software. Ability to testify in court. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to remain calm in emergency situations. Ability to communicate in noisy, hazardous, or stressful situations with or without use of equipment. Ability to make split second decisions. Ability to drive a vehicle safely. Ability to locate places utilizing a map or directions from others. Ability to coordinate emergency situations. Ability to courteously and tactfully communicate with fellow workers, supervisors, other members of the organization, and the public.

Physical Requirements: Physical requirements include arm and hand steadiness and finger dexterity enough to use a keyboard and telephone. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Occasional carrying up to 20 pounds. Occasional pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds. May be subject to walking, standing, balancing, kneeling, bending, handling, feeling, climbing, smelling and twisting. Physical strength and stamina to make arrests and rescue victims. Sufficient hand-eye coordination and position mobility in the ankles, knees, hips, and back for required proficiency standards and positions with both the "gun" and "non-gun" hand. Vision, speech and hearing sufficient to perform the essential tasks.

Licenses and Certifications: At a minimum, must possess CLEET Basic Peace Officer Certification by the Oklahoma Council of Law Enforcement Education and Training. Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class D Operator's License. Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

Working Environment: Working environment is mostly indoors, and occasionally outdoors during all types of weather. May be exposed to hazardous materials. Must be able to work shift work, based on seniority. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, overtime and emergency call back.

Firearms and Ammunition: The ability to lawfully possess both firearms and ammunition. Under federal law, it is unlawful for any person who is an unlawful user of any controlled substance as defined by the Controlled Substance Act to possess firearms or ammunition. Marijuana is a controlled substance under federal law, even if used for medical purposes. Individuals who use marijuana, including for medical purposes, cannot lawfully possess firearms and ammunition.

Note:

This classification is a "safety sensitive" position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing and Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Laws. As a "safety sensitive" classification, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.

This job description lists only the primary job duties normally assigned to this position, but does not restrict the performance of other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Updated July 19, 2024