Airport Police & Fire Officer 1 & 2 Flex (PCN 25-3031) - State of Alaska

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE
The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply.

ATTENTION! ALL APPLICANTS!

Are you seeking a career in LAW ENFORCEMENT or FIREFIGHTING? With us you can do BOTH!

 

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT & PF) Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) is recruiting for 1 dedicated Airport Police and Fire Officer I/II position to help us Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure!

 

Fairbanks International Airport Police and Fire Officers are responsible for all law enforcement, firefighting, and first responder medical assistance at the Fairbanks International Airport.

 

The incumbent receives training at a State certified police academy and field training with senior officers. All requirements of the Alaska Police Standards Council must be met for certification. Employees are enrolled in the DPS Academy in Sitka. The employee must also successfully pass the State of Alaska Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Aircraft Rescue Firefighter, Hazardous Materials Operations, and Emergency Trauma Technician certifications. All training is paid for by the Department and the employee receives pay while in training. Officers will work shift work throughout their career. Education and special duty pay incentives are available. Prior experience or certifications may qualify for higher starting pay. Contact the hiring manager for more details.

 

For more information about our Department, please visit our website: http://dot.alaska.gov/faiiap/police-fire/ 

 

Special Note: If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence – DO NOT apply for this position.

Our Organization, Mission & Culture: 

Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) stands as a pivotal link in the global aviation network, uniquely situated just 9.5 hours from 90% of the northern industrialized hemisphere. This strategic positioning enables FAI to serve as a critical hub for direct regional, domestic, and international passenger, and cargo traffic. Furthermore, its role as the primary diversionary airport for the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport underscores its importance in ensuring the continuity and safety of air travel in Alaska.

With an 11,800-foot runway, FAI is equipped to accommodate a wide range of aircraft, from the smallest private planes to the largest cargo jets. The airport's comprehensive facilities include both international and domestic processing capabilities, staffed by a team of professionals committed to operational excellence. Additionally, the ample parking space for all sizes of aircraft ensures that FAI can handle aviation activities safely and efficiently, living up to the promise that if it flies, FAI can serve it.

At the heart of FAI's operations is its mission: Providing Interior Alaska’s Gateway to the World while keeping Alaska flying and thriving. This mission statement encapsulates the airport's dedication to serving as a critical infrastructural node that not only connects Alaska with the global community but also serves as an economic engine for our region. Through its strategic location, robust facilities, and dedicated staff, FAI plays a critical role in sustaining the essential aviation system of Alaska.

Our core values include:

Integrity: Honesty, dependability, unity, and a high ethical standard

Enterprising: Innovative, proactive, pioneering, business-centric airport system

Excellence: Commitment to improve and a passion to provide superior service and infrastructure

Respect: Professional regard for colleagues and customers
 

The Benefits of Joining Our Team: 

A position that provides meaningful work that supports our mission and offers the opportunity to work alongside a team of hardworking individuals all working towards the common goal to keep Alaska moving.

Please see here for more information about the State of Alaska's benefits package and retirement plan: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/.