Texas A&M University
Classification Specifications

3254
AIRPORT SECURITY GUARD
11/01/01

SUMMARY

General Description:  Responsible for providing a visible night security presence at Easterwood Airport, primarily in the McKenzie Terminal and parking lot.

DUTIES

Typical:  Patrols McKenzie Terminal and parking lot to check for suspicious activities, unlocked doors, fires, and water leaks; reports all irregularities, emergencies, or suspicious activity to the University Police Department; performs cashier functions at the McKenzie Terminal parking toll booth; closes toll booth and secures cash funds; provides information to visitors, students, and employees or directs such inquiries to appropriate personnel; provides courtroom testimony when appropriate; assumes "high profile" status as a deterrent to criminal activity; performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISION

Received:  General supervision and periodic review from Airport Parking Supervisor.
Given:  None.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:  High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and education. Six months experience or more in a security position. Two years of full-time employment or military service.
Preferred:  College courses in criminal justice or behavioral science programs. Prior employment involving contact with the public sector.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR REGISTRATION

Required:  Valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain State of Texas class "C" vehicle operator's license within 30 days of employment.
Preferred:  None.

EQUIPMENT

Typical:  None.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Typical:  Physical ability and mental capabilities to properly carry out responsibilities which require outside working conditions and rotating shift work with varying days off. Ability to communicate effectively with the public.