Airport Operations Specialist

Airport Operations Specialist

Salary

$21.41 - $22.75 Hourly

Location

Airport Terminal, Boise, ID

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

23 -07601

Department

Airport

Division

General Security Operations

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

9/9/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

• Description
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Summary Statement

The Boise Airport keeps growing! To keep the traveling public safe and secure, we are hiring additional Airport Operations Specialists over the coming months. In this crucial role, youll have an opportunity to work with a great team of people in the airports truly impressive operations hub. BOI offers a great place to start and grow your career!

• Enforces transportation security administration regulations and airport security regulations.
• Conducts duties under Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, patrols airport property and the perimeter fence line, performs security inspections and issues parking tickets when enforcing curb violations.

City employees enjoy a top-notch zero-premium healthcare option for you and your family. Plus, a retirement plan that provides a lifetime annuity, investment matching, a cash-incentive wellness program, public employee student loan forgiveness, paid parental leave, and more. Imagine that.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Transportation Security Administration background check (SIDA)

Essential Functions

Participates in patrolling airport property by vehicle. Monitors movement and airport access through security access tracking software and responds to all alarms. Monitors and controls multi-faceted enhanced closed-circuit television (CCTV) and access control systems using computer software.

Provides customer service to the public and airport community. Maintains lost and found programs. Manages incoming customer service phone calls and assists and guides airlines and airport vendors. Regulates and enforces rules and regulations. Responds to the City of Boises clerk's office and court proceedings when tickets are contested.

Operates and monitors radio and phone systems to communicate airport functions and emergencies on and around the airport. Operates and/or monitors flight information displays, weather displays, runway surface sensor displays, fire detection systems and emergency notifications. Operates computer terminals.

Reports airport and airfield conditions. Inspects non-movement areas. Monitors local and regional weather patterns. Reports field conditions during winter operations. Monitors airport non-movement areas for foreign object debris (FOD). Responds to all emergencies and medical incidents. Interacts with victims, emergency responders and witnesses and completes appropriate reports. Works and assists the incident command.

Performs security functions and has responsibilities in compliance with 49 CFR 1542, including inspections and patrols. Performs security inspections of people, property, and vehicles in both indoor and outdoor locations using a variety of tools and equipment.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Knowledge of:

• FAA and TSA regulations;
• airport and airline operations and security;
• federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to the operations of a certified, commercial airport;
• terminal and communication procedures and technical aviation issues, equipment and administration;
• computer usage including related software; and
• safety practices and precautions sufficient to recognize and correct hazardous situations.

Ability to:

• prepare clear and accurate reports;
• prioritize work and relay information during stressful and emergency situations;
• adopt and/or modify established practices and procedures to emergency situations;
• accomplish multiple tasks accurately with frequent interruptions;
• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
• perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• 1 year of experience conducting TSA 1542 compliance inspections or experience as a pilot, crew member, flight dispatcher or military experience.
• American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) training and credentials, including "Airport Certified Employee" (ACE) and basic or advanced "Airport Safety and Operations Specialists" (ASOS) Certification.
• FEMA NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 Certification.

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 75 pounds. The noise level is always moderate and frequently very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.Exposed to paved and unpaved areas, aircraft and vehicle traffic, and winter weather.

This position works: varying shifts in a 24/7 operation, including holidays and weekends.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
• Low-cost dental and vision options
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• Required participation in PERSI Base Plan retirement benefits with standard employee and City contribution rates
• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match
• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants
• Alternative transportation incentives

Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
• 12 paid holidays every year
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free local bus pass
• Corporate discount programs
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org

01

Do you have experience conducting FAA TSA 1542 Compliance Inspections, or experience as a pilot, crew member, flight dispatcher or military experience? (Not required)

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid state-issued drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a professional accreditation through the American Association of Airport Executives? (Not required.)

• Yes
• No

04

Please select any FEMA NIMS Certification levels you hold.

• No related certification
• FEMA NIMS 100
• FEMA NIMS 200
• FEMA NIMS 300
• FEMA NIMS 400
• FEMA NIMS 700
• FEMA NIMS 800

05

This position requires passing a Transportation Security Administration (SIDA) background check. Have you ever been charged with a felony as an adult, within your lifetime?

• No, I have never been charged with a felony.
• Yes, I have been charged with a felony within my lifetime.

06

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Boise

Address 625 W Idaho St

Boise, Idaho, 83702

Website http://www.cityofboise.org