251031.Police Officer

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the general direction of a Police Sergeant, the Police Officer performs law enforcement duties to protect Authority property, facilities, personnel, and the general public at Tampa International Airport.

This role involves enforcing Authority regulations as well as federal, state, and local laws.

The Police Officer responds to various incidents such as disturbances, traffic accidents, and emergencies, providing assistance and preparing related reports.

This position requires a strong commitment to public safety, effective communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure while ensuring compliance with legal and operational procedures.

This position requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays, to meet the demands of our 24/7 operations. 

Requires availability for emergency call-in.

COMPENSATION: STARTING AT $28.20 / HOUR ($61,588.80 annually) 

PLEASE NOTE: Pending contract and board approval, starting rate may increase to $32.05 + / HOUR ($69,997.20 annually) based on experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·         Enforces all Authority regulations, federal, state and local laws.

·         Responds to calls and investigates problems, disturbances, traffic accidents, crimes, emergencies and other incidents; provides assistance and prepares related reports.

·         Performs foot and vehicle patrols in jurisdictional areas to detect and monitor possible criminal activity and interrogates suspicious persons.

·         Maintains patrol car, weapons, and other law enforcement equipment to ensure operational readiness.

·         Enforces traffic laws by observing, issuing citations and warnings and apprehending violators on Authority premises.

·         Apprehends and arrests suspected law violators to ensure public safety.

·         Provides information and assistance to the public.

·         Completes written reports and required forms in accordance with standard operating procedures and directives.

·         Prepares and submits clear and detailed reports in a timely manner.

·         Testifies in court to provide an accurate account of investigation reports and findings.

·         Impounds abandoned or illegally parked vehicles, and vehicles used in the commission of crimes.

·         Administers Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and first aid as required and maintains certification currency.

·         Transports prisoners to detention or medical facilities.

·         Operates communications equipment.

·         Prepares and preserves evidence in accordance with directives to maintain chain of custody.

·         Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while performing tasks to ensure a safe working environment, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) ...