AVIATION SECURITY SERGEANT-2024 - City of Chicago

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AVIATION SECURITY SERGEANT

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION

NUMBER OF VACANCIES:  (TBD for 2024)

Under direction, supervise Aviation Security Officers during an assigned tour of duty and patrol airport grounds, terminals and facilities to provide a security presence, deter criminal activity, prevent unauthorized airport access and enforce security rules.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assign and monitor the work of Aviation Security Officers to ensure maximum coverage of airport grounds, roadways, terminals and facilities and to cover emergency situations and special events
• Patrol airport terminal areas and perimeter and identify improper activities and irregularities in order to provide security and customer service to the public
• Contact the Chicago Police Department to arrange for the transfer, transporting and processing of detained individuals
• Participates in issuing general security instructions to airlines and airport tenants and assist in coordinating special security matters with the Chicago Police Department
• Conduct and supervise patrols and security checks to ensure they are in accordance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and  Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) security programs and regulations 
• Monitor access to restricted and secured areas, including the verification and validation of identification badges of individuals at designated checkpoints
• Observe vehicles and check vehicle information including proper signage, stickers and license plates to ensure vehicles are authorized prior to allowing access to the airfield and other restricted areas   
• Issue citations for traffic violations on the airfield and secure area airport roadways, and non-traffic citations for security violations including failure to display identification badges by airport personnel
• Conduct pat down searches of detained individuals found violating or suspected of violating  city, state and federal laws, as required
• Administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use Automated External Defibrillator (AED) equipment as required
• Drive/operate security vehicles and use radios to maintain communications in the performance of  duties
• Prepare and review incident/security check/inspection reports and update and maintain work activity logs and administrative reports
• Evaluate work performance of Aviation Security Officers and make preliminary recommendations for discipline
• Train and coordinate training for Aviation Security Officers
• Attend meetings with departmental staff and airport tenants and serve as liaison with law enforcement agencies, as required
• Testify at judicial proceedings and administrative hearings
• Performs other job related duties as assigned

DAYS: Varies, 3 shifts operating on a 24H basis, 24/7/365 availability required.

HOURS: Based on assigned shifts.

Both shift and location will depend on operational needs.

Successful candidates must pass a drug and physical screening, professional reference, and criminal background investigations.  Persons offered employment must pass all pre-employment exams prior to appointment. Must pass a background check by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol.

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Five years of professional law enforcement officer experience OR five years of experience in security work, and at least 60 semester (or 90 quarter) hours of credit from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, provided that the minimum education requirements are met.

• Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

• A valid State of Illinois driver’s license is required

Special Requirements

• New employees must pass all pre-employment procedures including a drug screen, City, and federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background checks.

• Must pass a Ground Motor Vehicle Operating Regulation Basic Driving test administered by the Chicago Department of Aviation within six months of hire

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Airport environment, both airside and landside areas. Inside: exposure to fumes and noise. Outside: Exposure to all weather conditions, fuel fumes, aircraft noise and construction dust.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires applicants to complete an interview, parts of which will be a skills assessment exercise. The interviewed candidate(s) who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected AND

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Highest level of educated completed
• Previous experience as an AVIATION Security Officer with the Chicago Department of Aviation
• Previous Military Security or Law Enforcement experience 

VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE:  The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge.  Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented.  In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering “yes” or “no” to the question on the online application that asks, “Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?”  In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service.  For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 (Member Copy-4) to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationery stating dates of service and character of service.  For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationery verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application.  Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.

NOTE:  To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.  You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.  (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.)  If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position.  There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.  

NOTE:  You must provide your valid U.S. driver's license at time of processing.

Education & Employment Verification – Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

Evaluation:  Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant.  No second party applications will be accepted. 

Residency Requirement: All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 (voice) or 312-744-5035 (TTY).   Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request. 

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

Successful candidates must pass a drug and physical screening, professional reference, and criminal background investigations.  Persons offered employment must pass all pre-employment exams prior to appointment. Must pass a background check by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Please note, all positions with the City of Chicago close promptly at 11:59pm C.D.T.  Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59p.m. C.D.T. on JULY 4^th, 2024. No exceptions will be made.

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