AVIATION SECURITY

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An airport security officer usually performs the following tasks:

• Search and inspect baggage and cargo.
• Screen passengers and airport staff prior to boarding.
• Evacuate public and airport personnel in the event of an emergency.
• Inspect vehicles and authenticate employee identification.
• Submit written incident reports as necessary.
• Question and privately search passengers who appear to be suspicious.
• Work with trained canines to discover drugs and other illegal materials.
• Support law enforcement.

Airport security officers need to be detail oriented and able to ascertain people’s characters and intentions. They are most effective when they communicate well. While not technically law enforcement, these professionals lay the groundwork for other officers to step in and do their job successfully.

Requirements:

• 3 year bachelors’ degree
• Good communication skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to follow and give directions
• Being flexible
• Having customer service skills
• Being physically fit