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AIRPORT COMMUNICATIONS CENTER OPERATOR 1

• Functions in an intermediate capacity learning to provide and providing the following airport communication and information services:
• Learns to operate and operates communications and computerized information systems equipment; receives and transmits messages; answers calls received in a courteous and efficient manner; provides information to callers and visitors; monitors calls connected on the switchboard; records and inputs messages received onto the system's computer; programs and announces flight information and public messages.
• Monitors and controls access to the restricted areas of the airport; verifies identification and permits access to the restricted areas.
• Operates airport security and identification equipment; assists tenants and aviation division staff in completing photo identification applications; makes new airport ID for tenants and aviation division staff; adjusts camera controls for proper exposure, color and tint and photographs applicants; stores portraits and signatures of tenants and aviation division staff in the system's computer and assists in verifying applicants for new airport ID; updates tenants and aviation division staff ID; retrieves information of persons with access problems; accepts payment for and on behalf of the accounts department.
• Serves as central reporting and liaison point for airport activities including coordinating services for disabled passengers; provides and maintains list of tenants, airport and local directories; records and directs messages for and on behalf of maintenance control; collects and disburses lost and found items; meets with passengers, customers and staff at the information dissemination center of the Communications Center, to discuss and resolve communication and information related problems.
• Answers inquiries and provides referral assistance to airport passengers and visitors; directs passengers and visitors to the various airport facilities and appropriate airport personnel; provides airline information, including flight arrivals and departures; directs individuals to airline ticket counters, baggage areas and special airline services provided by certain airlines; answers inquiries concerning air and land transportation available from the airport and the passengers' scheduled destinations; answers inquiries concerning hotels, restaurants, places of civic, scenic and historic interest, current activities, and guided tours in the metropolitan area; contacts various bureaus, offices, agencies and centers to obtain additional information or special assistance.
• Performs related work as required.

• Performs the duties shown below with members of the English language speaking and designated non-English language speaking populations.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
• correct English usage and grammar
• recordkeeping and clerical practices
• personal computer and office equipment
ABILITY TO:
• learn to operate Airport communications and information systems equipment
• learn to operate Airport security and identification system equipment
• utilize a computer terminal
• speak over a public address system both clearly and distinctly, using good diction
• react quickly when receiving and routing calls and messages
• follow instructions and standard procedures involved in airport communications and information systems
• learn and remember the names, locations and functions of various airport and city personnel
• maintain routine records of center activities
• learn the use of aviation terms and phraseology
• speak and understand the designated non-English language for the bilingual specialty

EDUCATION
• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
AND
EXPERIENCE
• One year of experience providing information to the general public or receiving and answering complaints.

OR

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Personnel Department.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR THE BILINGUAL SPECIALTY

• Sufficient training and/or experience to be able to converse effectively in English and the designated non-English language.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.