Airport Police Captain

Kansas City, MO Aviation Department • Full-time • Kansas City, Missouri, United States • from $5.79k / month • 5h ago

AIRPORT POLICE CAPTAIN

(Job Opening ID #522509)

Full-time position available with the Aviation Department, Airport Police Division, located at 1 International Sq. Normal Work Days/Hours: Varies based on operational needs

• Enforces Federal, State and local laws with respect to City Ordinances, TSA Mandates, and Missouri state statutes. • Serves as commanding officer of a shift, monitoring and regulating assignments. • Ensures the observance of high ethical standards of personnel under his/her supervision. • Promotes and maintains lines of communication from top management down to all subordinates and upward from the line personnel to top management. • Responds to requests for police assistance from airport tenants, concessionaires and the public. • Conducts formal performance appraisals of Airport Police Sergeants in order to inform them of their productivity and efficiency.

REQUIRES an accredited bachelor's degree and 3 years of supervisory experience as a certified law enforcement officer; OR high school graduation and 7 years of experience as a certified law enforcement officer, with 3 of those years being supervisory experience. Must have current Missouri POST certification. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must pass a physical examination as prescribed by the City and must be eligible to obtain a special police commission as issued by the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department, Board of Police Commissioners. Must pass a psychological evaluation. Must possess a valid State –issued driver’s license in accordance with City of KCMO policies. Must successfully complete a TSA criminal history background check and pass a preemployment drug screen.

Salary Range: Salary Range: $5,794/month

Application Deadline: December 5, 2025

Apply online at www.kcmo.gov/jobs. EOE. The City of Kansas City, Missouri is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.