Chicago Dept. of Aviation- Aviation Security Sergeant
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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AVIATION SECURITY SERGEANT
CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION
Security Operations
Number of Positions: 3 (Three)
(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)
Starting Salary: $75276.00 ANNUALLY (Y-15)
This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the Citys collective bargaining agreement with The Illinois Council of Police (ICOP) (SELECT BU 58). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.
BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: AND
1. Check the box on your profile titled Currently employed by the City of Chicago
2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled payee/employee number)
3. Select your correct bargaining unit
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 4/05/2026
Under direction supervise Aviation Security Officers during an assigned tour of duty and patrol airport grounds terminals and facilities to provide a security presence deter criminal activity prevent unauthorized airport access and enforce security rules.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Assign and monitor the work of Aviation Security Officers to ensure maximum coverage of airport grounds roadways terminals and facilities and to cover emergency situations and special events. Patrol airport terminal areas and perimeter and identify improper activities and irregularities in order to provide security and customer service to the public. Contact the Chicago Police Department to arrange for the transfer transporting and processing of detained individuals.
Participate in issuing general security instructions to airlines and airport tenants and assist in coordinating special security matters with the Chicago Police Department. Conduct and supervise patrols and security checks to ensure they are in accordance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Airport Security Program (ASP) and regulations. Monitor access to restricted and secured areas including the verification and validation of identification badges of individuals at designated checkpoints. Observe vehicles and check vehicle information including proper signage stickers and license plates to ensure vehicles are authorized prior to allowing access to the airfield and other restricted areas. Issue citations for traffic violations on the airfield and secure area airport roadways and non-traffic citations for security violations including failure to display identification badges by airport personnel. Conduct pat down searches of detained individuals found violating or suspected of violating city state and federal laws as required. Administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use Automated External Defibrillator (AED) equipment as required. Drive/operate security vehicles and use radios to maintain communications in the performance of duties. Prepare and review incident/security check/inspection reports and update and maintain work activity logs and administrative reports. Evaluate work performance of Aviation Security Officers and administrate discipline as required. Train and coordinate training for Aviation Security Officers. Attend meetings with departmental staff and airport tenants and serve as liaison with law enforcement agencies as required. Testify at judicial proceedings and administrative hearings. Performs other job-related duties as required.
Location: OHare and Midway International Airports Chicago
Days: Varies 3 shifts operating on a 24H basis 24/7/365 availability required.
Hours: Based on assigned shifts.
Shifts: Both shift and location depend on operational needs.
Successful candidates must pass a drug and physical screening which includes a 50 lbs. lift test professional reference education and previous employment verification and criminal background investigations. Persons offered employment must pass all pre-employment exams prior to appointment.
In addition selected candidate(s) that clear the Citys DHR pre-employment check MUST also undergo a Security Threat Assessment (STA) conducted by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and a fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Five years of professional law enforcement officer experience OR five years of experience in security work and at least 60 semester (or 90 quarter) hours of credit from an accredited college or university OR a Bachelors Masters or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university PLUS at least one (1) year of security work experience.
Licensure Certification or Other Qualifications
A valid State of Illinois drivers license is required
Special Requirements
New employees must pass all pre-employment procedures including a drug screen City and federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background checks.
Must pass a Ground Motor Vehicle Operating Regulation Basic Driving test administered by the Chicago Department of Aviation within six months of hire
WORKING CONDITIONS
Airport environment both airside and landside areas. Inside: exposure to fumes and noise. Outside: Exposure to all weather conditions fuel fumes aircraft noise and construction dust.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. Interviewed Bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be hired in seniority order and according to the collective bargaining agreement. Interviewed Non-Bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:
Key Skills
- Aviation Safety
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Time Management
- Risk Management
- Licensing Documentation
- Organizational Skill
- Cargo Operation Management
- Aviation Training
- Aircraft Operations
- Communication
- Legal & Compliance
- Aircraft Control System
- Aviation Management
- Strategic Thinking Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
About Company
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