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Airport Operations Agent, Senior

Broward County, Florida
$29.25 - $46.68 Hourly
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
115 South Andrews Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 28, 2025
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a qualified candidates for the position of Airport Operations Agent, Senior in the Aviation Security Division This job announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS, HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS Benefits of Broward County Employment High-Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.39 / Family $76.94 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan- bi-weekly premiums: Single $78.64 / Family $273.13 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation employee match Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Paid Parental Leave The Aviation Department which operates the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the North Perry Airport is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Airport Operations Agent, Senior in the Security Division. The Airport Operations Agents, Senior are responsible for maintaining awareness of Airport operational conditions and respond to the needs of the Airport users to ensure the expeditious transition of public movement. The purpose of this class within the organization is to oversee and coordinate resources and implement work procedures to ensure a safe, efficient and secure environment for passengers, airport personnel, vehicles, equipment and the movement of aircraft within established airport policies and procedures. General Description Oversees and coordinates resources and implement work procedures to ensure a safe, efficient and secure environment for passengers, airport personnel, vehicles, equipment and the movement of aircraft within established airport policies and procedures. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in airport management, aeronautical science or closely related field. (One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.) Requires three (3) years experience in airport operations or closely related experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Must possess a valid Florida driver's license during employment and maintain authority to drive on County business. Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge and Customs Seal. Preferences Bachelor's Degree in relevant field ASIS Security Certification (CPP, PCI, PSP) (Recert Req) Airport Certified Employee (ACE) - Security Airport Certified Employee (ACE) - Trusted Agent Florida Association of Code Enforcement (Recert Req) AAAE Certified Member (CM) 3+ years Incident Commander experience 3+ years code enforcement experience 3+ years law enforcement and/or law enforcement support experience (excluding code enforcement) 3+ years of CCTV experience 3+ years access control experience Additional Information Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all airport employees must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) in order to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) SCOPE OF WORK The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment. In addition to the responsibilities listed in the Classification Description, Airport Operations Agents, Senior are responsible for maintaining awareness of Airport operational conditions and respond to the needs of the Airport users to ensure the expeditious transition of public movement. The incumbent must possess knowledge of the following listed below: Acts as lead-worker, maintains awareness of and evaluates operational conditions and responds to the needs of the airport users to ensure the expeditious transition of public movement. Ensures compliance of the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Security Program, assists with the evaluation of facility and tenant security programs, and all other security programs and policies required by law. Coordinates and conducts inspections of airport property through testing and observation to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Issues notices of violations and/or citations for non-compliance with airport rules and regulations, Chapter 2, and 8 of the Broward County Code of Ordinances. Assists in the updating of related documents to maintain compliance with current rules and regulations. Ensures adherence of security procedures and policies by Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport contract security personnel. Represents the airport at meetings and activities involving airport safety and security service and issues. Assist airport tenants as appropriate in meeting established local, state and federal security requirements. May serve as a liaison with the Transportation Security Administration, Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and other local governmental, law enforcement, safety and security agencies regarding airport security issues as required. Coordinates and conducts security-related training for all airport employees requiring access to secure areas of the airport complex. Responds to airport emergencies in an Incident Command environment and interacts and coordinates with command level personnel to maintain the Security compliance of the airport. May act in the capacity of the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC). Performs related work as required. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery. SPECIAL INFORMATION Competencies Manages Complexity Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Quickly determines the most critical data and focuses analysis there; recognizes even subtle symptoms that indicate problems; probes deeply for root causes; uses systematic problem-solving methods. Well. Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Swiftly internalizes coaching on routine issues; handles issues confidently after instruction. Leverages rules and procedures to speed up decision making. Confidently and quickly draws on others' expertise. Balances Stakeholders Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Learns about the various stakeholders and gains insight into how to balance their different needs; listens to others to gain an understanding of the varying priorities of different stakeholders. Takes action to resolve problems for stakeholders within own job area. Action Oriented Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Identifies what needs to be done and acts quickly. Shows optimism and enthusiasm that affects others positively. Works independently but knows when to ask for help. Communicates Effectively Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Seeks out others' perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking. Situational Adaptability Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Takes steps to adapt to changing needs, conditions, priorities, or opportunities. Understands the cues that suggest a change in approach is needed; adopts new behaviors accordingly. County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request. Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.