Aviation Security Officer- ORD (33596)

Job Details

Description

Security Officer Positions Available Aviation Security Company

Chicago OHare International Airport- Chicago, IL

Airline Operations

As the premiere Aviation Security company in the US, and leaders in our industry, we are excited to add new officers to our elite crew at the busiest airports in the country.

We are on the front line in critical infrastructure, anti-terrorism, and human trafficking prevention. Start your career in homeland security by joining our team.

Essential Functions (including but not limited to) : Security Officers are trained for several different posts including those detailed below.

Working in conjunction with the airport and government agencies, the main priority of each position is to ensure that we maintain compliance with local and federal regulations in respect to each of the following :

• Aircraft Access Control : by assuring that only authorized personnel enter the aircraft while on the ground.
• Aircraft Ramp Access Control : by providing AOA access control & safety oversight while aircraft is on the ground
• Aircraft Search : by meticulously searching all areas of the aircraft according to company, and federal regulations to ensure the safety of travelers pre-departure.
• Baggage Security : by surveillance of the bag room & baggage make up area to ensure no baggage is stolen or pilfered.
• Catering Security : by providing surveillance at the catering kitchen, searching all catering equipment, and ensuring that nothing is tampered with in transit from the facilities to aircraft.
• Passenger Verification : by providing exemplary customer service in airport terminal while making sure that all passengers have valid identification and are authorized to board flights

Qualifications

Qualifications / Requirements :

Successful candidates with be motivated self-starters able to maintain situational awareness and vigilance in a fast-paced airport environment.

This position requires you obtain Airport Badging, and The Department of Homeland Security requires an extensive background check to obtain badging which include 10-year verifiable background check, including criminal, employment, credit, education, and personal references.

Also, must be able to pass a Security Threat Assessment as administered by the Transportation Security Administration

Additional requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Upon hire, must provide proof of legal right to work in the United States
• Ability to effectively speak, write, and understand the English language
• High School Diploma or
• Must be able to pass all initial and recurrent training classes and exams as administered by Global Security and Airport Authority
• Must have access to reliable transportation
• Highly Preferable - at least 1 year of security experience

Language Skills : English Proficiency required (reading, writing, and speaking)

Physical / Environmental Requirements :

Work is performed in a combination of indoor / outdoor environments, and involves exposure to noise, chemical, and other contaminants, moving mechanical hazards, and extremes of temperature and weather conditions.

Must have sufficient visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses; sufficient auditory ability, with or without audio logical devices;

able to tolerate exposure to noise levels up to 120 decibels; capable of being on ones feet for extended periods of time and lifting 50 pounds unassisted.

With or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and cognitive requirements of this job may include the following : seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly.

Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Frequent sitting, standing, and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines possibly on uneven terrain.

Reasoning Ability :

• Must exhibit sound judgment and decision-making
• They must have the ability to follow directions and outlined procedures.
• Must comply with HR, legal, and ethical policies
• Must include appropriate people in decision making
• Ability to prioritize effectively

Global provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.