AIRPORT POLICE OFFICER (AIRPORT POLICE OFFICER)
(Job Opening ID #522413)
Multiple full-time position available with the Aviation Department, Airport Police Division, located at 1 Kansas City Blvd.
Normal Work Days/Hours: Shifts based on operational needs, Mandatory Overtime may be required
• Enforces critical laws, rules, and regulations to protect the property and people at the airport.
• Manages vehicular and pedestrian traffic across bustling airport facilities, keeping everything running smoothly.
• Responds to high-stakes crash, fire, and emergency situations, providing lifesaving first aid in moments of need.
• Screens passengers and luggage to detect dangerous weapons, explosives, or hazardous materials to keep everyone safe.
• Collaborates with agencies, dignitaries, and large crowds, handling everything from bomb threats to preventing theft and vandalism, always ensuring safety
REQUIRES high school graduation. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license in accordance with City of KCMO policies. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, post-offer physical examination, and psychological evaluation as prescribed by the City. Must successfully complete a 10-year FAA background check. Must possess a Class A P.O.S.T certification. Must possess a special police commission as issued by the KCMO Police Department.
Salary Range: $24.77-$37.16/hour
Application Deadline: March 6, 2026
Apply online at www.kcmo.gov/jobs. EOE. The City of Kansas City, Missouri is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.
