City and County of Denver · 14 hours ago
Airport Operations Representative (Public Safety Communication Center) - Denver International Airport
Denver International Airport
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$31.33/hr - $39/hr
2+ years expThe City and County of Denver operates the Denver International Airport, the third busiest airport in the United States. They are seeking an Airport Operations Representative to provide operational and emergency support services, coordinating communications and responses during incidents at the airport.
GovernmentHealth CareNon ProfitPublic SafetySecurity
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide a variety of operational and emergency support services to airport management, public safety personnel and the traveling public
Controls a centralized communications center which includes monitoring and operating multiple computer systems such as two-way radio and voice communication consoles, fire alarm, runway surface sensor system, and CCTV system
Monitors, operates and controls computerized weather reporting systems to access, monitor and interpret weather conditions, and initiates airport-wide response
Accesses and operates a FAA computer system to transmit Notices to Airmen to report status of airfield conditions
Acts as the central coordination and communications center during airfield emergencies and snow events to coordinate airport-wide and external emergency responses
Staffs the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to support communications and coordination functions
Operates an automated communications console making and receiving calls in routine operations and non-routine operations and notifies appropriate response personnel
Monitors and controls a centralized security system to enforce Transportation Security Administration regulations and receives alarms and initiates appropriate airport response
Enforces Airport Security plan by issuing violation notices to airport employees for security violations
Maintains accurate and complete log book entries and manual records of airport events
Supports snow events by assisting airlines servicing DEN, airport operations and the ramp tower during deicing operations
Trains other employees in day to day procedures
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
Two (2) years of airline, fixed base operator, military aviation, air traffic control or airport experience
A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements
By position, requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment
FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment
Must pass a CBI background and fingerprint check and obtain and maintain CBI certification as a condition of employment. Must take and pass an online test every two years to maintain certification
This position does require shift work as DEN is a 24/7/365 operation (includes nights, weekends, and holidays). Mandatory extended/additional shifts can be required
Additionally, this position is required to work mandatory snow duties, which vary and can include nights, weekends and holidays
Preferred
Highly proficient with multiple computer programs and using those simultaneously
Bachelor's Degree in Aviation
ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800
Completion of ASOS training
Certified member of AAAE
ACE Designation - Security, Operations or Communication
Benefits
Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 12 paid holidays
STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance
CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program
Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources; Education Reimbursement Opportunities
EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)
External 2026 new hires are potentially eligible for up to a $3,000 sign on bonus!
Company
City and County of Denver
The City and County of Denver has adopted the "Adoption of Level Red-Severe Risk" Public Health Order, as amended by Colorado Public Health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.37MKey Investors
Consumer Product Safety CommissionOpportunity Now Colorado"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"
2024-07-02Grant· $0.08M
2024-03-19Grant· $1.54M
2023-11-09Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Merlin Namuth
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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