Summary:

Under contract with the Airport Authority, to provide armed security to the facilities, grounds, employees, and patrons of the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport in conformance with the Federal Aviation Agency (F.A.A.) and the Transportation Safety Administration (T.S.A.).

Responsibilities:

• Secure and open buildings and conduct security inspections of buildings and the perimeter grounds according to airport policies and procedures, F.A.A. and T.S.A. regulations, and procedures.

• Monitor security surveillance equipment; respond to access control alarm points and calls for assistance from T.S.A. or other airport personnel.

• Investigate criminal, suspicious, or other security-related activity reports.

• Arrest persons for criminal activity or active warrants, summoning backup assistance when necessary. Respond to resistance as necessary per policy.

• Prepare written reports, document investigation progress, and perform data entry of other security-related logs and reports. Testify in court.

• Load, maintain, and use lethal and non-lethal weapons

• Patrol curbside and other areas adjacent to the terminal; issue parking citations and enforce parking regulations.

• Operate emergency vehicles and vehicle equipment.

Qualifications:

Education: Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (M.C.O.L.E.S.) certified or certifiable required. A bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred, associate's Degree or two years of military service in an equivalent field is acceptable. Candidate must be 21 yrs of age and possess a valid Michigan driver's license.

Experience: Must have effective written and verbal skills, composure during stressful situations, and must be able to communicate at a high degree of effectiveness and understanding. Must be knowledgeable with a computer, including keyboarding, word processing, and database data entry. Must be able to wear and operate respiratory protection devices. Must be able to apply self-defense and other response to resistance procedures for dealing with hostile or violent persons. Upon hire, must be able to certify as a LEIN user, First Aid, C.P.R., and AED. Must pass a physical and psychological examination, drug screen, TSA-mandated ten-year fingerprint check, and thorough background investigation.

Any individual with a felony conviction, a pending felony or misdemeanor charge, a domestic violence conviction, or an outstanding warrant is ineligible for consideration for employment.

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Over time, when available

To view the current collective bargaining agreement, go to www.kalcounty.com/hrd and click on Union Contracts (left side).

To apply: all candidates must submit a Kalamazoo County Application for Employment accompanied by a resume. Application materials may be submitted online at https://www.kalcounty.com/hrd/openings.php

In addition to the online application: All applicants must complete a K.C.S.O. Application Packet, available upon request or at the Sheriff's Office Front Desk, Monday thru Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.