Aviation Officer Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Aviation Officer

Salary
$1,365.00 – $1,820.00 Weekly
Location East Boston, MA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number

FY2025-00153

Department
Aviation
Division
Aviation Security
Opening Date
06/23/2025
Closing Date
7/7/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
ABOUT US
The Massachusetts Port Authority is Going Above and Beyond™ for your career. We are a dynamicanization that connects people and businesses to the globalmunity by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo, and cruise ships safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets w people live, work, and play. Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy.
Boston Logan International Airport serves as a vibrant gateway to New England and beyond, seamlessly connecting global travelers and ensuring the satisfaction of millions. Driven by a steadfastmitment to safety and security, environmental stewardship, convenience, and exceptional customer service, we take pride in fostering meaningful connections between people, cultures, and opportunities. Through innovative collaboration, embracing sustainability, and serving as an economic catalyst for ourmunities, we cultivate a thriving and weing hub that fuels the growth and prosperity of our region.

ABOUT YOU

As an Aviation Officer (Bargaining Unit, Local Union No. 25),you are security-minded and vigilant in support of Massport’s top goal, safety & security. You possess strongmunication skills, including verbal and written abilities, and can make quick decisions to solve problems. Your collaboration with team members, State Police, and Massport Operations is essential, requiring adaptability and a strong sense of professionalism and integrity.
What you will do:
Monitor pedestrian and vehicular traffic at assigned gates, ensuring all individuals and vehicles display valid Massport security badges and permits before entry.
Conductprehensive inspections and operate screening equipment to detect prohibited items and prevent unauthorized access to secured areas.
Issue Temporary Visitor Passes and Vehicle Tags after thorough background checks and maintain logs for vehicles requiring escorts and unusual occurrences.
Enforce TSA and Massportpliance,plete necessary documentation, report major security violations, and serve as a member of the first response team when required.

WHAT YOU OFFER

Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice (please see Eligibility Path 1 or 2 in detailed job description) Ability to read, write, follow instructions, and demonstrate basic oral, written, mathematical, and manual skills including the ability to operateputer and machinery.
2+ years of police/security, military experience or law enforcement experience (as described in detailed job description)
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WHAT WE OFFER

Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business. Our business is all about connecting. We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day.

What we believe in:

Work/life balance
Supporting the people and businesses of New England
A supportive and inclusive culture
Achieving results and having positive impact
Opportunities for growth Being good neighbors in themunities we serve
Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environment
Protecting the environment
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