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Airport Security Officer job at Covenant Services in Portland OR

Description, duties, responsibilities

<h5>Security Officer Position </h5><p>Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) is seeking professional Security Officers to support airport security operations at Portland International Airport (PDX). Security Officers play a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment by controlling access to restricted areas verifying credentials conducting inspections monitoring activity and enforcing security procedures in accordance with airport regulations and company policies. </p><p>This position serves as a visible security presence and requires individuals who demonstrate professionalism vigilance strong customer service skills and a commitment to safety and security. </p><p>This is an unarmed position and firearms are not permitted when performing private security services for this position. </p><p>Founded in 2002 Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) was established to provide a higher standard of transportation security following the events of September 11 2001. CAS pioneered a customer-focused security model built on a highly trained professional workforce supported by competitive wages benefits and ongoing development. Today CAS is the largest private contractor providing Screening Partnership Program (SPP) services to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and an industry leader in aviation security solutions. Through its commitment to safety compliance operational excellence and customer service CAS provides comprehensive security and screening services for airports airlines and government agencies across the United States. </p><p>Covenant Aviation Security offers a competitive compensation package with a starting hourly rate of $24.00 per hour. In addition employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health well-being and financial security including: </p><ul> <li>Medical Dental and Vision Insurance (effective the first day of the month following sixty (60) days of continuous employment) </li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions </li><li>Paid Time Off (PTO) </li><li>Company-Paid Life Insurance </li><li>Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) </li><li>Company-Furnished Uniforms (where applicable) </li><li>Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities </li></ul> <p>Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan provisions and may be modified at the Companys discretion. </p><p>Security Officers must appear on post on time per the assigned schedule fit for duty and in the required uniform. They must maintain a professional presence vigilance and situational awareness at all times. They control access to designated airport facilities secured areas and restricted locations. They verify all persons credentials and badges ensuring the name company and expiration date are all present on the badge. They identify prohibited or suspicious items and follow established escalation procedures. They inspect persons property deliveries and vehicles as required by post orders and security protocols. They monitor activity within assigned areas and report unusual suspicious or unauthorized activity. They conduct post inspections equipment inspections and review pass-down information to maintain operational awareness. They operate security equipment and devices in accordance with established procedures. They prepare accurate daily activity logs reports incident reports and other required documentation. They respond appropriately to incidents emergencies and security concerns and notify supervisors as required. They provide exceptional customer service while interacting with airport employees contractors visitors and the traveling public. They maintain knowledge of all applicable post orders directives procedures and operational requirements. They perform vehicle inspections in accordance with post orders and security procedures. They perform other duties as assigned. </p><p>High School Degree or GED required. Must be at least 21 years old. U.S. Citizen U.S. National or Lawful Permanent Resident. Possess a valid drivers license or State issued ID. Possess a valid Unarmed Private Security certification issued by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST). Must be willing to submit to and pass a drug screen. Must be able to distinguish all colors in bright and low light conditions and have vision correctable to 20/20. Must be able to hear and respond to audible alarms. Personnel assigned to this contract must successfully complete the background check as required by the airport. Must be willing to comply with our Drug Free Workplace policy. Ability to comply with airport and company appearance standards. Visible facial and body piercings are prohibited while in uniform. Tattoos on the head face and exposed areas of the neck must be covered at all times. Obscene gang-related ethnic or racially derogatory or otherwise inappropriate visible tattoos are prohibited. Demonstrate proficiency in speaking reading writing and understanding English with the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing follow written and verbal instructions provide professional customer service and complete computer-based reports and required documentation. Ability to learn and apply security procedures post orders and operational requirements. Ability to successfully complete all required training and assessments. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. </p><p>Experience working in access control screening patrol or security operations. One (1) or more years of experience performing vehicle and property search activities in a security military law enforcement airport or related environment. Experience preparing incident reports and maintaining security documentation. Experience working in a fast-paced public environment. </p><p>Customer Service Orientation Professionalism Attention to Detail Situational Awareness Communication Skills Integrity Teamwork Adaptability Problem Solving Accountability. </p><p>May require standing sitting walking for various possibly extended periods of time. Must be able to bend stoop and kneel while conducting vehicle inspections cargo inspections and other required search activities. May be required to climb inside and bend under vehicles for vehicle inspections (example construction dump trucks etc.). Physically mentally and emotionally capable of performing all duties required for their assigned post/duties. Capable of performing normal or emergency duties requiring moderate to arduous physical exertion such as standing or walking/patrolling for entire shift(s) climbing stairs running and self-defense. May be required to lift carry push or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to safely work in outdoor environments for extended periods of time while exposed to varying weather conditions. Be able to perform the duties of their position with or without reasonable accommodation. </p><p>Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor airport environments. Security Officers are routinely assigned to guard shacks access control points and exit lanes. Employees are responsible for monitoring and searching personnel vehicles deliveries and other property accessing the airfield and restricted areas of the airport. Duties may require prolonged exposure to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures snow ice wind rain direct sunlight and other weather conditions common to Portland. Security Officers may work in close proximity to vehicle traffic aircraft activity and other operational airport environments. Employees must remain alert professional and capable of performing assigned duties safely and effectively in all environmental conditions. </p><p>Not all posts will require a vehicle but the ones that do only agency vehicles are permitted for use while performing private security services. </p><p>Covenant Aviation Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law. </p>

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