Airport Security Officer

Must have an active State of Wisconsin Security License

Essential Functions  

• Appear on post in accordance with uniform requirements and fitness for duty.

• Maintain a command presence, vigilance and awareness at all times.

• At all times, convey CAS’s positive attributes of customer-focused security.

• Conduct post inspections, equipment inspections and review current pass along information to be aware of any new or changed assignments.

• Be able to identify and deny access of prohibited items.

• Remain knowledgeable of security orders, directives and procedures at all times.

• Admit or deny access as directed by management or Standard Operating Protocols.

• Stand post as a deterrent to any person seeking access to the controlled area by orally challenging them of their need to enter.

• Verify all person’s credentials and badges, ensuring the name, company and expiration date are all present on the badge. Verify the picture matches the person seeking access.

• Take reasonable and prudent action to ensure the safety of employees, visiting personnel, and client assets.

• Observe and monitor the actions of persons considering entering the secured area.

• Control the security post area using prescribed actions to meet entry and denial criteria.

• Use security equipment as prescribed per post and implement all access control measures.

• Report to management all unusual or suspicious activity. Pass this information along during shift changes and briefings.

• Seek supervisory input as a situation dictates.

• Make immediate emergency notifications as necessary when confronted with creditable information.

• Provide directions as necessary.

• Provide assistance to customers, employees and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.

• Perform vehicle inspections according to Standard Operating Protocols and post orders.

• Conduct security screening and searches, involving direct physical interaction with aviation workers and the traveling public.

• Other related duties, as assigned.

  Minimum Qualifications      

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• U.S. citizen, U.S. National or lawful permanent resident

• Unarmed Security License

• Must be able to perform all functions of the job with, or without, reasonable accommodations. 

• Must be able to provide a local address and phone number.

• Must be willing to adhere to the Drug Free Workplace policy.

• Must demonstrate ability to learn security operation and procedures.

• Must be able to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

• Must have good organizational skills.

• Must be neat, well-groomed and present a professional appearance.

• Able to pass a skills assessment process.

• Able to meet any special qualifications set forth in post orders or other relevant protocols and directives