Crash-Rescue and Security Specialist - Willard Airport | University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign Job at University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL

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  • University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
  • Urbana, IL

Job Description

Crash-Rescue and Security Specialist - Willard Airport
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Job Summary
Under direct supervision form a designated supervisor, perform crash-rescue operations, combat aircraft and structural fires, maintain and operate crash-rescue fire equipment, reset alarm system, test sprinkler system, perform fire prevention and security, perform wildlife hazard management, and safety duties.
Duties & Responsibilities -

  • Perform crash-rescue operations involving aircraft. Perform fire prevention duties as assigned. Attend training sessions as required. Performs required FAA and TSA training for airport personnel. Prepare required reports.
  • Act as a security guard throughout the airport areas, monitoring the computer controlled access system at the Terminal Building, monitoring the CCTV system, and taking necessary corrective action based on given authority.
  • Conducts airfield inspections and issues NOTAMs.
  • Perform fire extinguisher inspection and maintenance as required. Performs fire safety inspection on the airport property, buildings, grounds and equipment. Takes necessary action based on given authority and reporting any unusual circumstances as directed.
  • Perform related duties as assigned. Takes necessary action based on given authority and reporting any unusual circumstances as directed.
  • Be responsible for the custodial maintenance of the airport Security Crash-Rescue and Fire Department Headquarters
  • Combat fires resulting from aircraft crashes or other operational accidents, or incidents resulting from the storage or handling of gasoline and special fuels and other hazardous materials related to the operations and/or use of aircraft. Combat structural fires.
  • Maintain and operate all crash-rescue fire equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on sprinkler and alarm system.
  • Perform Wildlife Hazard Management practices as required by the FAA.




Additional Physical Demands
The possibility of working under adverse and hazardous conditions exists making it imperative that the Crash-Rescue Security Specialist be in good physical condition. Forcible entry into aircraft or buildings and extrication of victims require strength and stamina. In firefighting the person may be exposed to the dangers of high heat, possible explosions, toxic smoke and fumes, exposure to the elements, and forced to operate at an accelerated pace. In the course of performing security duties, the Crash-Rescue Specialist runs the risk of having to deal with belligerent and possibly dangerous individuals.

Required Qualifications -

  • Any one from the following categories:
    • Certified in Airport Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF). *
    * Or applicable certification from INTERNATIONAL FIRE SERVICE ACCREDIDATION CONGRESS (IFSAC) or NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (NPQS) or Illinois State Fire Marshal
    • Three years (36 months) of work experience as a firefighter and certification as a Basic Operations Firefighter (BOF)/Firefighter II with the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal.
  • Possession of a valid State of Illinois driver's license. (Must provide proof at time of applying)


Preferred Qualifications -

  • EMT-8/EMT Certification in the State of Illinois or NREMT (National Registry Emergency Medical Technician) with the ability to obtain Illinois slate license.
  • Two or more years of firefighting experience with Armed Forces firefighting units.
  • Three or more years of aircraft crash-rescue and firefighting experience.
  • Be certified by the State Fire Marshal's Office as a Certified Fire Instructor.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -

  • Knowledge of the classes of fire, be able to identify the stages and phases of burning.
  • Knowledge of the various firefighting agents being used and the proper application of those agents.
  • Ability to operate various types of firefighting-rescue apparatus and hand and power firefighting rescue tools.
  • Ability to use communication equipment property.
  • Knowledge of first aid and hazardous materials incidents.
Appointment Information


This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3288 - Crash-Rescue and Security Specialist position. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The collective bargaining agreement sets a wage of $21.11/hour.


Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.


For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at .

Application Procedures & Deadline Information


Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on September 9, 2024.


Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact lauraw@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.


The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .


Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .



Requisition ID : 1026478

Job Category : Service Operations



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