Airport Police Officer - VA DCJS Certified

Capital Region Airport Commission Police Officer DCJS Certified Full Time Posting # 1403 Richmond International Airport Starting Salary: $62,100.00 - $72,155.43 About Us: Established in 1975 by an act of the Virginia General Assembly, the Capital Region Airport Commission owns and operates Richmond International Airport (RIC). The Commission directs the growth, operation and business activities of RIC and works tirelessly to ensure it continues to be an affordable option for local, regional, and out-of-state travelers.

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS:

Patrol officers provide 24-hour uniformed response to calls for police service to all locations on airport property; make preliminary investigations of criminal offenses; assist with lost and disabled vehicles. Enforce federal, state, and local laws, ordinances and resolutions, making arrests and issuing citations as appropriate. Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards. Respond to TSA checkpoint for individuals interfering with activities. Provide security at the TSA checkpoint. Take control of illegal items discovered at the TSA checkpoint. Patrol assigned areas on foot or in a radio equipped vehicle in and around the terminal and respond to door alarms. Monitor and enforce airport regulations including enforcing parking regulations. Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities. Provide assistance to customers, employees, other Public Safety personnel and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : Must have 2 years of law enforcement experience or professional security experience; at least 60 college credits in criminal justice or a related field OR 2 years active-duty military experience OR a combination of education, training, and experience. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Possess a high school diploma; or have passed a General Education Development (GED) test. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, post-offer physical examination, and psychological evaluation. LATERAL APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: Have at least two years of experience as a Law Enforcement Officer possessing an active DCJS Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) Certification. REQUIRED SKILLS: Possess a working knowledge of law enforcement techniques, Ability to understand laws ordinances, departmental policies, and rules. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use and care of firearms and other law enforcement-related equipment. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with citizens in a wide variety of stressful situations. Ability to act effectively in emergency situations. Ability to provide outstanding customer service, serve the public, and represent the Commission with courtesy and professionalism. To apply and more information on Capital Region Airport Commission , including employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at Capital Region Airport Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disabled/Veteran. *Internal applicants must be in their current position a minimum of (1) year with an overall satisfactory performance evaluation for consideration. 2025 Sept 11 Virtual Career Fair - Richmond International Airport