Pso II

Job Summary:

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for the protection of the Richland-Lexington Airport District’s personnel, property, and customers. This position will maintain a positive working relationship with all personnel, maintain a safe working environment, and exercise professional judgment in the performance of their job.

Responsibilities:

• Patrol assigned area and respond to emergency calls in a timely manner.
• Maintain positive working relationship with all personnel.
• Monitor and control access to assigned building.
• Monitor and control area access.
• Control and maintain building security.
• Follow all policies and procedures as set forth by Columbia Metropolitan Airport and the Department of Public Safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· Leadership skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Active Class I Law Enforcement Officer (or within the past 12 months)

· U.S. Citizen

· High School Diploma or Equivalent

· Registered voter in the state of South Carolina

· Valid SC driver’s license

· Consent to and pass random drug screenings.

· Pass preemployment background investigation which includes: a polygraph examination, criminal history, and credit checks.

· Ability to pass annual medical evaluation and fit test which shows ability to wear a respirator.

· Obtain FAR 139 Airport firefighter certification (40-hour course) within 3 months of hire (paid by the Airport).

· Ability to work 24hr on and 48hr off schedule.

· Fluent in English, with the ability to speak, read and write.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,456.00 annually

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Columbia, SC 29170: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)