Welcome to the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority, where we operate RDU International Airport, a vital hub connecting North Carolina to the world. In 2024, our teamwork helped us serve 15.5 million passengers, generate a $24.1 billion economic impact, and our dedication to excellence has been recognized with a Top Five passenger satisfaction ranking in North America. We're a tight-knit team of over 400 employees where accountability and collaboration are our guiding principles, and safety is our top priority. Whether your role is indoors or outdoors, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions. We believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and professional development to help your career take flight.
Are you ready to soar to new heights in your law enforcement career? At the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Police Department, we're on a mission to keep our airport community safe and secure, ensuring smooth landings for both travelers and staff alike. Our dedicated team of officers is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and dedication. We're seeking passionate, NC-certified law enforcement professionals to join our ranks and help us navigate the skies of public safety.
NC-Certified Officers: If you're already certified by the NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission or enrolled in a BLET program, we'd love to hear from you.
High-Flying Attributes: We value integrity, professionalism, and a steadfast dedication to your role. If you embody these qualities, you might just be the perfect fit for our team.
As a member of the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Police Department, you'll be part of a mission to protect life and property while providing unparalleled service to the traveling public. Whether you're a lateral transfer or a BLET attendee ready to take off, your contribution will make a real difference. Ready to make your mark? Reach out and join us in keeping our airport community safe and sound.
Compensation: Maximum – Based on experience. Minimum - $25.69. Sign-on bonus available based on years of experience.
1 to 3 years of experience = $1,000
3 to 5 years of experience = $2,500
5 to 7 years of experience = $5,000
7 to 10 years of experience = $7,500
10+ years of experience = $10,000
Performs law enforcement duties to ensure airport security in Airfield Operations Area, remote parking lots and extended jurisdictions of airport property.
Patrols airports campus in vehicles or on foot. Checks doors and windows and inspects security doors, gates, and other areas.
Responds to calls for assistance, complaints, suspicious activity, disputes and loud and disruptive behavior.
Responds to TSA screening staff and makes determinations whether to detain or charge suspicious persons. Prepares non-transferrable item reports.
Investigates traffic accidents, issues traffic citations, and directs traffic. Participates in emergency operation activities. Operates radar equipment to apprehend speeders and slow down traffic. Apprehends and processes criminal suspects.
Works with RDU Airport Fire-Rescue and Emergency Medical Technicians to provide medical care or crowd control services to sick or injured patients. Provides a chain of custody if a body needs to be removed from RDU Airport.
Education: Required: High School diploma or equivalency. Required: Completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Training Course (BLET). Preferred: 1 or more years of experience in as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer.
Licenses or Certifications: Required: Valid NC Driver's License.
RDU Benefits: At the Authority, we appreciate you and care about your health, happiness, and future. Our benefits start on day one, including medical, dental, vision, tuition assistance, employee discounts, and perks like an on-site gym, a dedicated wellness team, and frequent company and team outings. For a full list of benefit offerings, check out the RDU.com Careers Page.
Here are some of Law Enforcements additional benefits!
The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Law Enforcement Department offers a Ride-Along Program to its applicants. This program allows potential candidates to accompany patrol officers while on duty. The program is an effort to provide a broad scope of police work done at the Raleigh-Durham Airport. The ride-along is for four hours. The RDU Police Officer will share a high-level overview of the department and answer any job-related questions. If you are interested in scheduling a ride-along, please contact the RDU Airport Police Department at (919) 840-7976.
A detailed job description will be provided during the recruitment screening
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