Police Officer

Job Overview

Under general supervision of assigned supervisor, performs duties in police service depending on the area of assignment. May be assigned to any of the work areas described below.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Depending on area of assignment determined by departmental requirements and at the discretion of the department:

• If licensed as a Peace Officer from another state or equivalent job function within any branch of the armed forces of the United States with two or more years of service: attends recruit training courses providing classroom and field instruction in basic police procedures, techniques and laws including lectures, practical demonstrations and participation in courses covering areas such as patrol science and criminal investigation, criminal and traffic laws and airport ordinances, use of weapons, preparation of records, public relations and fundamental principles of psychology and sociology.

• Respond to calls for police service to all locations on the airport; make preliminary investigations of criminal offenses; assist citizens and passengers to minimize inconveniences; assist with lost and disabled vehicles; enforce airport code, traffic regulations and criminal violations; assist other Public Safety personnel.

• Enforce federal, state, and local laws, ordinances and resolutions, making arrests and issuing citations as appropriate.

• Investigate offenses, accidents and suspicious circumstances or persons, collect evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare reports.

• Deter persons who might engage in illegal activity through active visible patrols.

• Provide law enforcement support to the passenger and baggage screening process.

• Report any hazard to persons or property to the proper authority to ensure correction.

• Actively patrol both public and restricted areas in support of the Airport Security Program.

• Assist other DPS divisions in the mitigation of threats to life and property.

• Stop and investigate all suspicious persons, vehicles, or circumstances.

• Proactively engage the airport community in constructive dialogue fostering positive relationships in support of the department’s community policing philosophy.

• Report and seek resolution to all offenses reported and observed.

• Pursue and apprehend escaping prisoners or felons.

• Aid outside police agencies when assistance is needed.

• Perform police work in a patrol car, on a bicycle or motorcycle, or on foot.

• Perform police work utilizing specialized equipment including but not limited to radar, special weapons, audio/video systems, and other equipment in support of law enforcement.

• Patrol remote and terminal parking areas to prevent criminal acts against employees and passengers, property and vehicles and apprehend violators.

• Perform investigations including, but not limited to, pre-employment and background, criminal, administrative, and traffic investigations.

• Review design/construction plans and conducts inspections to ensure compliance with security and traffic regulations for Airport construction projects.

• Perform duties as a K-9 handler: care for dogs trained in explosive detection and serve as a bomb technician; respond to bomb threats; systematically check for suspect devices in Board facilities, terminals and aircraft; perform routine locker checks for suspect contents.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• One of the following:

• Current licensed Peace Officer with two (2) or more years of experience as a sworn full-time paid police officer.

• Initially hired by DFW Airport as a Police Recruit, must have successfully completed the Basic Peace Officer Academy, Field Training Program, and receive a satisfactory probationary evaluation; or

• Held a position while in the armed forces of the United States equivalent to a Peace Officer with daily duties comparable to a patrol officer for a minimum of two (2) consecutive years within 1 year of receiving an honorable discharge.

• Twenty-one (21) years of age at date of application.

• United States citizen.

• Pass a written examination.

• Pass the Physical Ability Test (PAT).

• Pass a psychological examination.

• Pass a truth verification examination and/or polygraph.

• Pass a background investigation which includes criminal and driving records checks.

• Pass an Oral Board Interview.

• Pass a medical physical examination and drug test.

• Possession of a valid Class C driver's license issued by the State of Texas or equivalent from another state in which the officer permanently resides.

• Must be able to testify in Municipal, County, State and Federal Court.

• Must obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Airport Identification/Access Badge in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements in Chapter 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 1500 et al., and DFW Airport’s Airport Security Program within thirty (30) days from date of employment and maintain qualification for a SIDA badge upon each badge renewal.

• Must obtain Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection (CBP) security access clearance within thirty (30) days after passing state test and maintain qualification for CBP security access clearance upon each CBP security access renewal.

• This is a designated safety sensitive position as defined in DFW Airport’s Drug and Alcohol Administrative Policy and Procedure. Applicants selected for this position will be required to pass a drug test prior to employment and to submit to drug screening on a random basis during the length of their employment in the safety sensitive position.

• This is a designated Essential Employee position as defined in DFW Airport’s Categories and Classifications Administrative Policy and Procedure. An essential employee is one whose attendance is required to maintain airport operations during an emergency or inclement weather situation.

• Must meet all initial and recurrent training requirements in accordance with Title 14 CFR part 139 and administrative Policy AO.014.01, Ground Vehicle Driver Training for Air Operations Area (AOA) within 30 days of assignment to a driving position and before being permitted to operate the vehicle without the direct supervision and presence of a co-operator qualified under this requirement.

LATERAL TRANSFER:

• A licensed Peace Officer, upon successful completion of the hiring process with two (2) or more years of continuous service with a law enforcement agency as a paid, full-time police officer will be eligible for a lateral transfer when determining the appropriate step into which they will be hired based on their years of service. This includes United States military personnel assigned to a position equivalent to a Peace Officer with daily duties comparable to a patrol officer with two (2) or more years of continuous service in this role.

• Lateral Police Officer will be eligible for a salary based on their years of service, up to Step 7 of the salary structure.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to successfully complete the applicant processing requirements as prescribed by the Department of Public Safety.

• Ability to complete acceptable standards in classroom and field training within acceptable time or trial limits established in the department's training procedures.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures, methods, and equipment of law enforcement.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the area of assignment.

• Knowledge of laws, codes, and ordinances set by the federal government, state government, county, and town.

• Ability to maintain necessary training on modern police techniques and practices in law enforcement, investigations, crime, and accident prevention, etc.

• Ability to understand laws, ordinances, departmental policies, and rules.

• Ability to analyze situations and to adopt an effective course of action.

• Skill in the use of assigned equipment.

• Ability to perform work in the area assigned.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to complete reports accurately.

• Ability to respond quickly and calmly under emergency, stressful or changing conditions, situations, and pressures.

• Ability to use, operate and care for equipment in the area of assignment.

• Ability to identify potential criminal activity or other hazardous situations and take the proper actions to protect citizens and property.

• Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with other employees and citizens.

• Ability to meet physical requirements set by the Department of Public Safety.

• Ability to effectively communicate by two-way radio and in person.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Out of state certified Peace Officers and United States military personnel assigned to a position equivalent to a Peace Officer with daily duties comparable to a patrol officer will be required to meet the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) guidelines for Texas Peace Officers.

EFFORTS:

• May perform physically demanding work under stressful conditions.

• Periodically works outdoors in inclement weather.

• Reacts calmly, quickly, and logically in emergency situations.

• Uses color perception in a variety of situations.

• Drives to locations on and off DFW Airport property

About Us

We are Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport-one of the most successful airports in the world by any definition. We are recognized for our innovation, leadership, drive for excellence and talented employees.

Our success is made possible because of the diverse talents of over 2,100 employees who champion our mission of providing an exceptional airport experience to our customers and connect our community to the world. We are looking for the best talent to join us and help reimagine what an airport can be.

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