Law Enforcement Officer

The RDU Authority is seeking NC-certified law enforcement officers who embody the attributes of integrity, professionalism, and dedication. Applicants who are not certified by the NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission or not enrolled in a BLET program need not apply.

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Police Department is an agency with a mission to protect life and property by providing a safe environment and unparalleled services to the traveling public. Lateral and BLET attendees are invited to make a difference, to become a member of our team, the RDU Airport Police.

Sign-on bonus available based on years of experience.

1 to 3 years of experience = $1,000

3 to 5 years of experience = $2,500

5 to 7 years of experience = $5,000

7 to 10 years of experience = $7,500

10+ years of experience = $10,000

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Performs law enforcement duties to ensure airport security in Airfield Operations Area, remote parking lots and extended jurisdictions of airport property.
• Patrols airports campus in vehicles or on foot. Checks doors and windows and inspects security doors, gates, and other areas.
• Reports dangerous or defective streets, sidewalks, traffic lights or other hazards.
• Investigates unattended bags and other suspicious circumstances.
• Responds to calls for assistance, complaints, suspicious activity, disputes and loud and disruptive behavior.
• Responds to TSA screening staff and makes determinations whether to detain or charge suspicious persons. Prepares non-transferrable item reports.
• Investigates traffic accidents, issues traffic citations, and directs traffic. Participates in emergency operation activities. Operates radar equipment to apprehend speeders and slow down traffic. Apprehends and processes criminal suspects.
• Performs investigations of accidents and incidents. Makes arrests and processes criminal suspects. Presents findings in court if necessary.
• Works with RDU Airport Fire-Rescue and Emergency Medical Technicians to provide medical care or crowd control services to sick or injured patients. Provides a chain of custody if a body needs to be removed from RDU Airport.
• Prepares records and incident reports.
• Provides customer service for passengers and vendors. Provides information, gives directions, and assists stranded motorists.
• Collects, safeguards, and returns found property to customers.
• Successfully complete annual mandatory training as required by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission
• Performs additional related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalency

Experience:

Required:

• Completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Training Course (BLET)

Preferred:

• 1 or more years of experience in as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer

Licenses or Certifications:

Required:

• Valid NC Driver’s License

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Federal, state, and local laws and FAA requirements
• Law enforcement principles, practices, methods, and equipment
• Scientific crime detection, criminal identification methods, and procedures
• Airport locations and jurisdiction
• Basic injuries and treatment techniques
• Radio use and vernacular
• English grammar, spelling, punctuation
• Legal terminology and court procedures
• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment

Skills:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships.
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments

Ability to:

• Build and maintain cooperative and effective public relations with the airport visitors and personnel.
• Handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Act with sound judgment in routine and emergency situations
• Prepare clear and concise activity reports.
• Present effective court testimony
• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files.
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundarie

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in potentially adverse conditions on uneven ground in all types of weather. May periodically be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment, machinery, and overhead and ground level aircraft noise. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemical, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, intense noises, gases, workspace restriction and vibrations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

RDU Benefits:

At RDU, you're not just a blip on the radar. We appreciate you and care about your health, happiness, and future. Here's a snapshot of our excellent benefits!

• Supported Work-Life Harmony
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Holiday Options
• A Culture of Health and Wellness
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• On-site Fitness Classes & Employee Fitness Center Access
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – with matching employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts – medical and dependent care options
• Opportunities for employer-paid or discounted insurance plans
• Financial Wellness
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Shift Differential pay
• 401(k) plan, Traditional and Roth options – with matching employer contributions
• 457(b) plan, Traditional and Roth options
• NC Pension Retirement Plan
• LEO Supplement System
• Employee Discounts – cell phone service plans, Microsoft software, RDU Airport Terminal stores, and restaurants.
• Non-compete Career Progression Promotions
• Senior Law Enforcement Officer
• Master Law Enforcement Officer

Hiring Range:

• Maximum – Based on Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum - $23.49

Ride-Along Program:

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Law Enforcement Department offers a Ride-Along Program to its applicants. This program allows potential candidates to accompany patrol officers while on duty. The program is an effort to provide a broad scope of police work done at the Raleigh-Durham Airport. The ride-along is for four hours. The RDU Police Officer will share a high-level overview of the department and answer any job-related questions. If you are interested in scheduling a ride-along, please contact the RDU Airport Police Department at (919) 840-7976.