Job Description

Airfield Safety Officer (9213)

Under general supervision, the Airfield Safety Officer performs patrol and inspection duties of airfield and other facilities and conducts investigations for the enforcement of the Airport Security Program and to ensure compliance with Federal, Airport and Transportation Security Regulations.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job class and are not intended to be an inclusive list; may include additional duties as assigned. The essential functions of this classification include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Inspects and evaluates airfield facilities, such as; runways, taxiways, safety areas, paved & non-paved surfaces, lighting, signage, markings, security related assets (i.e., fences/gates, navigational aids) and other aeronautical facilities for conformance with safety and security regulations.
2. Closes and reopens airfield facilities, including runways, taxiways, ramps, aircraft gate positions, and security related assets (i.e., fences and gates) dependent upon safe and secure conditions.
3. Monitors and directs the movement of vehicles, persons, and equipment on the airfield, and provides escort and safety/security support to ensure safe and efficient operations.
4. Notifies aeronautical users through various communication channels; monitors multiple radios to ensure safety and security of any changes in airfield conditions.
5. Verifies compliance with assigned aircraft parking space to ensure maximum utilization of facilities.
6. Enforces Airport regulations and issues citations for violations; enters and/ or submits citations in database.
7. Responds to security breaches, violations, and all emergencies; acts as first responders to all incidents or accidents on the airfield/ramp area, and, as required, administers first aid. Maintains emergency equipment and supplies to be used to respond to any Airport incidents or accidents; sets up and operates the Mobile Command Post.
8. Investigates airfield incidents and accidents, and identifies potential contributing factors for airfield safety and security; recommends corrective action, including facility repairs/ upgrades, and/or new or improved procedures and policies.
9. Identifies proper placement and storage of hazardous materials on the airfield; maintains and coordinates removal of ground handling equipment; participates in safety risk assessments; compiles hazard data into Safety Management System (SMS) reports.
10. Prepares detailed informational and operational reports related to safety/security incidents, injuries, and accidents. Attends briefings for updates and shares information.
11. Conducts wildlife surveys and performs wildlife management and eradication duties, including habitat control, harassment and depredation.
12. Develops and administers training programs, standard operating procedures, and other related programs; presents to groups and provides operations related training to airline tenants, service companies or other aeronautical or non-aeronautical users.
13. Monitors and coordinates maintenance and construction work sites on the airfield to ensure safety and security; implements and adjusts maintenance and construction site closures based on operational conditions.
14. Perform other duties associated with the 9213 classification.

Nature of work involves working under stressful physical and emotional conditions including adverse weather, exposure to radioactive materials, and high noise levels. This also involves rotating shifts including day, swing, and night shifts, and weekends and holidays. Employees may be required to work overtime. Emergency situations may require working outside of your normally scheduled hours.

Qualifications

1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination) AND
2. Experience: Two (2) years of safety and/or security operations experience at an airport, airbase, airline, or military base performing safety, security and inspection duties, of which six (6) months must include recent airfield operations experience * AND
3. License and Certification: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver license prior to employment.

*Note: Recent airfield operations experience (within the last seven (7) years) must have included inspecting and analyzing airfield surfaces, assets, and related facilities for safety, security, and compliance related data and to develop recommendations to enhance an airport, airbase, FBO, airline ramp, or military operation, including composition of related letters, memoranda and reports.

Experience Substitution:

• Possession of an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Aviation Management or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required safety and/or security operations experience only.
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Aviation Management or a related field may substitute for the two (2) years of required safety and/or security operations experience only.
• Six (6) months of recent airfield operations experience is still required.
• Completion of a six (6) month program equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco's Airside Operations Training Program may substitute for the required six (6) months of recent airfield operations experience.

Desirable Qualifications: The stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

• Thorough knowledge of CFR Part 139, Part 77, and FAA Advisory Circulars 150 series.
• Working knowledge of CFR Part 1542.
• Expert-level knowledge in aviation phraseology and public safety communications with ability to communicate via two-way radio with FAA Air Traffic Control, Operations Dispatcher(s), and team members.
• Experience as a First Responder on an airfield including direct incident response.
• Knowledge of and experience with FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS).
• Pilot's Certificate.
• Experience at commercial, domestic, regional or international airports.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills and report writing.
• AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Operations and/or ACE Security.

One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.

Verification of Education and Experience: Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Selection Procedures: After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

Multiple-Choice Exam (Weight: 100%) Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the online, multiple-choice examination, designed to measure their relative knowledge, skills and abilities in job-related areas. The multiple-choice examination component may include, but not be limited to: Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Rules and Regulations and Transportation Security Regulations (TSR); knowledge of Airfield and Airport Safety & Security principles, method, practices and equipment; ability to read maps, diagrams, and airfield plans; ability to exercise good judgment when making a decision.

Examination Notice: This computer-administered test can be taken at home or at a time and location of one's convenience, but only within the time period specified on the test notification. Candidates must have access to a computer and reliable internet connection to participate in this exam.

An invitation to the exam will be emailed to you with more information regarding test details. The remote, Multiple-Choice Exam will be administered on the following dates below.

• Week of November 17, 2025
• Week of January 19, 2026
• Week of March 16, 2026
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