Traffic Specialist

The Traffic Specialist position is part of the Tampa International Police Department, responsible for a range of traffic-related responsibilities. These duties encompass vehicle traffic management, enforcement of parking regulations, and ensuring the public safety and security of Hillsborough County Aviation Authority property, facilities, staff, and the general public. This position will require rotating shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays in a subtropical climate under adverse weather conditions.

COMPENSATION
Starting pay of $20.19 per hour

WORKPLACE TYPE

• 100% On-Site

POSITION ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs and controls vehicular traffic on Aviation Authority terminal curbside drives and at checkpoint areas crossing taxiways.
• Provides customer service, curbside assistance, and information to airport users.
• Performs security duties to ensure the protection of airport property, facilities, personnel, and the general public.
• Enforce parking ordinances and issue parking citations as necessary.
• Operates Aviation Authority Vehicles.

REQUIRED FOR ALL HCAA JOBS

• In the event of an emergency or disaster that impacts the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA), an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department or the HCAA Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Such assignments may be before, during, or after the emergency/disaster.
• Complies with all HCAA Policies, Procedures, and Standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check without any history of the following: No more than three moving violations within the past five years, including adjudications withheld. No more than five moving violations during driving history including adjudications withheld. No illegal drug sale, No illegal drug use in the past 36 months, No illegal drug use after the age of 30, No felony convictions, No misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statement
• No tattoos or body piercings visible while wearing short sleeve shirt and shorts required uniform

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Possession of a valid Florida Driver License Upon Hire Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of airport traffic rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of airport security rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of the functions, services, procedures and regulations of the unit to which assigned.
• Ability to provide good customer service when dealing with the general public.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to properly direct vehicular traffic.
• Ability to operate a tow truck.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability and willingness to work shift hours including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to use radio and telephone communications equipment.
• Ability to work outside in a subtropical climate under adverse weather conditions.