Airport Safety Officer I (Airport Operations, Maintenance, and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting)

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - General Services & Maintenance Unit
Why join the Contra Costa Public Works Department?

Contra Costa County, Public Works, Airports Division is seeking to fill one (1) vacancy in the Airport Safety Officer I classification with a functional working title of, Airport Operations, Maintenance, and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting. Under supervision, Airport Safety Officer I's maintain airport facilities, grounds, and equipment in an orderly, operational, and safe condition.

Airport Safety Officer (ASO) professionals are at the forefront of interaction with tenants, vendors, contractors, and other personnel. At Contra Costa County Airports, ASOs are responsible for all aspects of operating two general aviation airports safely and efficiently, while also maintaining FAA compliance. The responsibilities encompass a wide spectrum, including airport security, firefighting, landscaping tasks like mowing vegetation and handling routine tasks such as trash removal. Every day offers a fresh challenge, ensuring there's never a dull moment.

The Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of over 650 miles of roads, 79 miles of streams and channels, and over 150 County buildings. CCCPWD services include parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, flood control, road and facilities maintenance, and storm water management. CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. CCCPWD strives for continuous improvement to deliver cost effective, safe reliable and sustainable projects, programs, and quality services.

The Contra Costa County Public Works Airports Division is a dynamic workplace full of opportunities to learn, experience, and contribute to the aviation industry. With two unique airports, the Division provides both new aviation personnel and journey-level airport workers with a vibrant, exciting, and ever-changing work experience.

We are looking for someone who:

• Possesses a strong mechanical aptitude and understands how machines work, how the parts interact, and principles of troubleshooting.
• Is team-oriented and understands their role on the team and does what is needed to make the team a success.
• Is motivated to learn and will seek learning opportunities and apply the lessons learned to their work.
• Has a desire to work in the aviation field and appreciates all activities surrounding the aviation industry.
• Is adaptable and will respond positively to change.
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and takes responsibility for their actions.

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Contra Costa County offers job stability.
• Every day with the Airport will bring new opportunities, no two days are alike.
• The Public Works Department prides itself on its strong leadership, and you will be part of a team dedicated to helping the community.
• There are overtime opportunities available.

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• As an Airport Safety Officer, there can be high-stress situations that will require you to think and act quickly, the responsibility can be daunting to some.
• The operating hours of the Airport may not be desirable to everyone, and you may be required to work abnormal or mandatory hours for operational needs.
• There is an airport located in Concord and another in Byron, the assigned work location may not be close to home.

Competencies Required:

• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Mechanical Insight: Comprehending how mechanical, electrical, and structural systems operate and interact
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
• Environmental Exposure Tolerance: Performing under physically demanding conditions
• General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in verbal dialogue
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.

Typical Tasks

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Conducting inspections of the airports, equipment, gear, fuel farms, and various other inspections to ensure compliance with all rules and regulations.
• Conducting airfield maintenance activities including repairing lighting, signs, hangars, equipment, trash removal, building maintenance, vegetation management (including, weed removal, mowing, etc.), pavement repairs, and airfield painting and paint removal.
• Operating light to heavy equipment including tractors, mowers, street sweepers, paint striping machines, forklifts, landscaping equipment, trailers, as well as other power equipment.
• Providing customer service to tenants, businesses, other agencies, and other Airport Staff.
• Engaging in clerical duties such as writing receipts, writing reports, filing documents, operating computers, copiers, etc.
• Providing security for airports through patrols, law enforcement interaction, fence repair and maintenance, airport emergency response, etc.
• Conducting wildlife management tasks.
• Responding in an Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting capacity to aviation accidents, incidents, mutual aid requests, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License will be accepted during the application process

Education: Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate.

Experience: Six (6) months of full-time experience working at a military or commercial service airport, OR, one (1) year of full-time experience working at an aviation business that provides services such as aircraft fueling/maintenance, aircraft charter, or flight training OR, two (2) years of full-time experience in general building maintenance or vehicle/large equipment maintenance.

NOTE: Retail, restaurant, or hospitality experience in an airport, airbase or other aviation environment is not qualifying.

Substitution:
Completion of one (1) year airport internship; OR, thirty (30) semester units, or forty-five (45) quarter units of college-level course work; eight (8) units of which must have included airport or aviation administration (or closely related field) courses; OR, a combination of an airport internship and college-level coursework as described above can substitute for the required experience.

Special Requirements: Provided by the department within the first year of employment and annually thereafter.

Physical Requirements: Possession of an annual physical examination anda self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) fit test.

ARFF Training: Required to complete annual Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) training.

Certifications: Possesson of First Aid, CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Certifications.

Desirable Qualifications:

• American Association of Airport Executives Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Operations
• Licensed Pilot, Remote Pilot, and/or Aircraft Mechanic (A&P)
• Medical training (CPR, First Aid, AED, EMT)
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL A or B)
• NATA Fuel Supervisor Certification

Selection Process

Application filing and evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application; applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.Online Virtual Interview: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online virtual interview. Candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies assessed, as well as an overall passing score of 70% of higher. The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the Airport Safety Officer I classification. These may include but are not limited to: Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Professional and Technical Expertise, Action and Results Focused - Taking Initiative, Self-Management and Oral Communication (Weight 100%)
The online virtual interview is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) August, 2025.

The assessment will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment, as well as computer with a camera.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment specific questions, please contact Fina Prak at Fina.Prak@pw.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 7/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

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