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Sheriff Deputy – Airport Security

Kalamazoo County Government
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GENERAL SUMMARY

Union Affiliation: Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Deputies Association, an Affiliate of the Police Officers Association of Michigan (POAM)

Under contract with the Airport Authority, to provide armed security to the facilities, grounds, employees, and patrons of the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport in conformance with the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) and the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Secure and open buildings and conduct security inspections of buildings and the perimeter grounds according to airport policies and procedures, FAA and TSA regulations, and procedures.
  • Monitor security surveillance equipment; respond to access control alarm points and calls for assistance from TSA or other airport personnel.
  • Investigate criminal, suspicious, or other security-related activity reports.
  • Arrest persons for criminal activity or active warrants, summoning backup assistance when necessary. Respond to resistance as necessary per policy.
  • Prepare written reports, document investigation progress, and perform data entry of other security-related logs and reports. Testify in court.
  • Load, maintain, and use lethal and non-lethal weapons.
  • Patrol curbside and other areas adjacent to the terminal; issue parking citations and enforce parking regulations.
  • Operate emergency vehicles and vehicle equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) certified or certifiable required. A bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred, and an Associate's Degree or two years of military service in an equivalent field is acceptable. Candidate must be 21 years of age and possess a valid Michigan driver's license.

Experience:  Must have effective written and verbal skills, composure during stressful situations, and must be able to communicate at a high degree of effectiveness and understanding. Must be knowledgeable with a computer, including keyboarding, word processing, and database data entry. Must be able to wear and operate respiratory protection devices. Must be able to apply self-defense and other responses to resistance procedures for dealing with hostile or violent persons. Upon hire, must be able to certify as a LEIN user, First Aid, CPR, and AED. Must pass a physical and psychological examination, drug screen, TSA-mandated ten-year fingerprint check, and thorough background investigation.

Any individual with a felony conviction, a pending felony or misdemeanor charge, a domestic violence conviction, or an outstanding warrant is ineligible for consideration for employment.

The following will document eligibility requirements and the process for award dissemination.  

Eligibility: 

  • Applicants currently licensed through MCOLES and hired during the eligibility period will receive an initial $5,000 payment after completing their Field Training program. The remaining $5,000 will be paid upon completing their probationary period.
  • All newly hired qualified MCOLES Academy candidates hired after January 2023 will receive an immediate $5,000.00 hiring bonus. They will receive another $5,000.00 bonus after they have successfully completed a Police Academy, the Kalamazoo County Sheriff Office Field Training program, and the probationary period.
  • All employees employed during 2023 and beyond shall also receive the $5,000.00 hiring bonus after successfully completing the MCOLES Academy and an additional $5,000.00 upon completing the field training program.
  • All these candidates will be sponsored by the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office when attending the Police Academy.

Process and Completion: 

This process will start on January 02, 2023, and continue until all ARPA-awarded funds are used. 

Disqualifiers: 

  • Anyone who does not successfully complete their Field Training program and 1-year probationary status in the Operations Division will not receive their second $5,000.00 hiring bonus.

VETERANS:  Please provide your joint services transcript with your application. 

County positions include a benefits package with medical coverage, paid leave, and much more.  Available supplemental dental and vision.  Defined Benefit pension after the vesting period.

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vision Insurance
  • Holiday Pay
  • Over time, when available

To view the current collective bargaining agreement, go to www.kalcounty.com/hrd and click on Union Contracts (left side). 

All applicants must complete a KCSO application after a successful interview.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: 

All candidates must submit a Kalamazoo County Application for Employment accompanied by a resume. Application materials may be submitted online at: 

https://www.kalcounty.com/hrd/openings.php.