Airport Security Specialist

About Us

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City’s mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Deadline (Open Until Filled)

Open until filled.

Department Name

Aviation

Job Specifications

Major Functions:

Are you ready to take on a vital role in keeping our airport secure and operating smoothly? We’re looking for a motivated professional to join our team in a position that combines technical expertise with real-time problem-solving.

This is technical and specialized work in which employees provide airport security services. Work involves monitoring and enforcing day-to-day security at the airport facility and coordinating the response to airport emergencies—which may include periods of high stress. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and by observations of results achieved.

What You Will Do:

• Operate a variety of airport systems, including surveillance, access control, fire alarm, flight information, communications, and building management.
  • Enforce curbside parking rules and ground transportation operations.
  • Issue Notices of Violation (NOVs) and parking citations when necessary.
  • Conduct fingerprint-based criminal history records checks for airport employees requesting unescorted access to secured areas.
  • Provide dispatch services and coordinate police, fire, EMS, and airport operations responses to both emergency and non-emergency situations.
  

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Minimum Training & Experience

Possession of an associate’s degree in aviation management, business administration, criminal justice or a related field;

Or

Two years of experience that includes airport operations, airline operations, public safety communications, or military service;

Or

Possess a High School Diploma or GED;

And

At least four years of experience that includes airport operations, airline operations, public safety communications, or military service

Necessary Special Requirements

In accordance with 49 CFR Part 1542, employees must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal history records check and personal background check prior to employment.

Salary Range

$15.5059 to $42.0765/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $24.1864/hour

Driver's License Requirements

Must possess a valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment.

Benefits Information

The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leave
• Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans

For more information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit or.

Note: OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City’s benefits programs