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Airport Safety Officer
The purpose of this job is to provide Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) services, certified Emergency Medical Services (EMS) first responder support, and ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations within the airport operations area at the Columbia Regional Airport. Safety Officers also assist travelers, support airport personnel, and follow all local, state, and federal regulations related to wildlife management within the airport operations area.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
- Responds to aircraft emergencies and crashes to extinguish fires, perform rescues, and provide emergency medical services to victims.
- Ensures the safe operation and compliance of the airfield, including runways, taxiways, tarmac, and ramps, in accordance with FAA and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Ensures runway and taxiway surface conditions are accurately recorded in compliance with FAA regulations during inclement weather.
- Monitors the airport for wildlife hazards and mitigates the hazard using pyrotechnic and other approved devices in accordance with the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan.
- Operates, inspects, and performs minor maintenance on crash trucks and emergency equipment, including aircraft extrication tools and equipment
- Participates in ongoing training and maintains required certifications and licenses, including FAA Part 139, TSA 1542, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), and/or First responder certification.
- Performs administrative duties, including issuing access control identification, conducting day and night inspections, and maintaining accurate records and documentation.
- Instructs airport employees and tenants on standard operating procedures, including Secure Identification Display Areas (SIDAs) and driver training requirements for work on airport property.
- Participates in meetings.
- Assists passengers with arrivals and departures at the terminal, including curbside support, to ensure a positive customer experience.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- No supervisory authority. Work may require providing guidance and assisting with training new staff as needed or requested.
Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
- Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach an agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
- Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.
Fiscal Responsibility
- Position has no fiscal responsibility.
Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience with base fire and medical preferred.
- Medical training preferred.
Licenses or Certifications
- Valid driver’s license.
- Aircraft Rescue Firefighting – Part 139 Compliance within one year of hire.
- First Responder and/or EMT Certified within one year of hire.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification within one year of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position
Knowledge of:
- Relevant federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
- Public safety vehicles, equipment, tools, and technology.
Skill in:
- Managing critical incidents involving EMS and aircraft rescue firefighting.
- Leading fire attack, suppression, rescue operations, and technical rescue efforts.
- Operating standard and specialized vehicles and equipment, including those with airbrakes.
- Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the audience’s needs.
- Applying active listening and asking questions for understanding.
- Collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data.
- Managing time effectively.
- Preparing and maintaining detailed and accurate reports.
Ability to:
- Acquire and maintain in-depth knowledge of TSA 1542 regulations, FAA 14 CFR, Part 139 requirements, and airport operations procedures.
- Exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
- Provide high levels of effective customer service.
- Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Process and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
- Render credible testimony.
- Successfully complete an annual TSA background check.
- Successfully complete required training.
- Work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner.
- Work varied shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job
Work Environment:
- Office or similar indoor environment – Sometimes
- Outdoor environment – Sometimes
- Street environment (near moving traffic) – Sometimes
- Construction site – Sometimes
- Confined space – Sometimes
- Vehicle – Sometimes
- Warehouse environment – Sometimes
- Shop environment – Sometimes
- Right-of-way environment – Sometimes
- Immediately dangerous to life & health (IDLH) – Sometimes
Exposures:
- Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) – Sometimes
- Communicable diseases – Sometimes
- Moving mechanical parts – Sometimes
- Fumes or airborne particles – Sometimes
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances – Sometimes
- Loud noises (85+ decibels) – Sometimes
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.
- Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly, having to move objects.
- Incumbents required to maintain mental/physical health required to perform essential functions of the job.
- Incumbents may be required to wear a respirator and/or self -contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
- Incumbents may be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as hearing protection, depending upon the specific work environment or situation.
Hours/Days
12 hour shifts rotating every three months
Starting Salary
$25.61
Pay Grade
P2
Number of Positions Available
1
Deadline to Apply
05/29/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Notice to Applicants
Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
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