Operations Specialist I - Airport
City of Boise

Job Info

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Summary Statement

Are you searching for an exciting career filled with unique assignments and countless ways to make an impact in a fast-growing community? The Boise Airport , Gateway of the Treasure Valley, is hiring for an Operations Specialist I to join our team. To meet the demand of our growing community, the airport is undergoing a multi-million-dollar capital expansion plan to accommodate future activity. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career and secure world-class benefits.
This position:

• Enforces Transportation Security Administration and Airport Security regulations
• Assists with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification and compliance
• Is performed under general supervision
• Works a flexible schedule

To provide a safe and healthy workplace for all City of Boise employees, residents, and community members, new employment offers are contingent upon the applicant providing proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination process according to current CDC guidance to the City, on a confidential basis, or receiving an exemption from the vaccination requirement as a legally required medical or religious accommodation two weeks prior to the applicant's scheduled start date.

Essential Functions

Ensures compliance with TSA 1542 through the airport terminal and perimeter security inspections. Monitors movement and airport access through security access tracking software and respond to all alarms. Monitors and controls multi-faceted enhanced Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) and access control systems using computer software. (50%)

Provides customer service to the public and airport community. Maintains lost and found program. Provides assistance and guidance for airlines and airport vendors. Regulates and enforces rules and regulations. Responds to City of Boise Clerk's office and court proceedings when tickets are contested. (20%)

Operates and monitors radio and phone systems to communicate airport functions as well as emergencies on and around the airport. Operates and/or monitors flight information displays, weather displays, runway surface sensor displays, fire detection systems and emergency notifications. Operates computer terminals. (15%)

Reports airport and airfield conditions. Inspects non-movement areas. Monitors local and regional weather patterns. Reports field conditions during winter operations. Monitors airport non-movement areas for Foreign Object Debris (FOD). Issues proper Notices to Airmen (NOTAMS). Responds to all emergency and medical incidents. Interacts with victims, emergency responders, and witnesses and completes appropriate reports. Works and assists the incident command. (15%)

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Bachelor's degree in Airport Management, Aviation Science, Business, Public Administration or closely related field
• 1 year of experience in airport operations or administration including demonstrated experience conducting FAR 139 airfield inspections
• Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Working knowledge of:

• Airport and airline operations and security
• Federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to operations of certified, commercial airport
• Terminal and communication procedures and technical aviation issues, equipment and administration
• Safety practices and precautions sufficient to recognize and correct hazardous situations
• Basic aviation and airport control procedures sufficient to provide safe coordination of various areas of the airport

Ability to:

• Operate a computer and applicable software
• Prepare clear, accurate, concise and comprehensive oral and written reports, logs, and NOTAMS
• Exercise sound judgment in stressful situations
• Handle customer concerns skillfully and respectfully
• Remain calm under public criticism
• Prioritize work and relay information during emergency situations
• Make quick decisions and adopt and/or modify established practices and procedures for emergency situations
• Accomplish multiple tasks accurately with frequent interruptions
• Interpret regulations, policies and procedures
• Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City of Boise employees and the public
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Complete assignments in a timely fashion
• Understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance
• Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation
• Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• 1 year of experience conducting TSA 1542 Compliance Inspections
• Or experience as a pilot, crew member, flight dispatcher or military experience
• American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) training/credentials including "Airport Certified Employee" (ACE), Basic or Advanced "Airport Safety and Operations Specialists" (ASOS) Certification. FEMA NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 Certification

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes including a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Transportation Security Administration background check (SIDA)
• Drug-Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug-Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety-sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post-Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hiring. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 75 pounds. The noise level is always moderate and occasionally very loud. Work includes the sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, and walk.

Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures. Employees are exposed to electrical hazards, work in/at heights and in confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.

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