AIRPORT SECURITY ID TECHNICIAN IV - LIHUE

Full Job Description

Recruitment Number: DOT-AIR-2026-13

This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation, Airports Division located at Lihue Airport on the Island of Kauai.

Recruitment is continuous until needs are met for position.

Salary: Starting salary is $4,388/mo. or $52,656 annually (salary commensurate with training and experience)

HOW TO APPLY:
Submit resumes to: dot.air.jobs@hawaii.gov AND reference Recruitment Number: DOT-AIR-2026-13

Direct all inquiries regarding this posting to: Department of Transportation, Airports Division at: dot.air.jobs@hawaii.gov

NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Transportation regarding this exempt position.

Requirements

The Airport Pass & ID Office plans, coordinates, monitors, and directs security activities in the district. The program implements provisions of Federal Aviation Regulations Part 139 and Transportation Security Regulations Part 1542, develops and recommends plans and programs to ensure the Airport Security Program, and advises the Airport District Manager, or the authorized person in charge, when any emergency or unusual situation is foreseen or occurs.

The Airport Security Identification Technician IV is responsible for supervising and conducting training of the lower level Airport Security Technicians. Makes assignments and monitors the qualify of work. This position is also responsible for the issuance and control of airport issued security and identification media, restricted area access permits or passes to restricted areas of the airport, security area card codes, security keys and related record keeping; operation of a computerized IDMS (badging system); distribution of permit information, online application forms, badges, keys; accept, receipt and reconcile payments associated with the function of the Airport Pass & ID Office.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supervises and conducts training for the Airport Security Identification Technician (ASIT) I, II, and III. Makes assignments and monitors the quality of work.

2. Maintains and tracks all background checks; receives and records background check results and communicates with applicants; corresponds with Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) as necessary; maintains all background check and fingerprint files; and maintains automated database.

3. Refers disqualifying criminal offenses to Assistant Airport Superintendent IV for additional vetting.

4. Conducts investigations into alleged Transportation Security Administration (TSA) violation regarding the issuance of unescorted badge. Prepares written findings and conclusion. Testifies in front TSA Inspector if needed.

5. Corresponds with disqualifying applicants and airport tenants.

6. Reviews Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) and (FBI) rapback for disqualifying criminal offenses, checks for lawful presence in the United States and recurrent check against the Terrorist Screening Center's watch list and other database.

7. Vetting individuals for whom the government lacks reasonable suspicion from various watchlist as a known or suspected terrorist but who have links or associations with terrorists and terrorist activity.

8. Testifies that the issuance of unescorted access was in accordance with federal laws and directives.

9. Establishes new tenants and businesses into database and establishes authorized signatory for new tenants and businesses.

10. Issues security keys and vehicle decals to authorized user.

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Examines applicants identification documents (following TSA 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1542) to ensure they are genuine, belong to the person presenting them and are not outdated or mutilated and that all names on both ID’s presented match; ensures the information provided by the applicant and Authorized Signatory is correct.

12. Uses a risk-based strategy, by questioning applicants and evaluating their responses to ensure applicants completed their Disqualifying Crime statement and also completed the required security training themselves.

13. Interacts with the Airport tenant's authorized signatories providing guidance and training on the Authorized Signatory Portal and by answering questions about the Airport ID Badge process.

14. Provides information to existing and new Airport ID Badge holders regarding security requirements, background check investigation process and status, procedures on obtaining security items and gaining access to security areas and other routine information.

15. Independently proctors security and other training in the Computer Based Lab and to monitor applicants for cheating and take any appropriate action as needed.

16. Administers airport restricted area access badges; creates and mails billing letters for expired and lost badges and refund letter for returned badges; maintains files of all billing correspondence to Airport tenants and their Authorized Signatories.

17. Updates and maintains the Airport Security Program.

18. Other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Basic Education: Graduation from high school, or equivalent. One (1) year of work experience which demonstrates that the applicant is able to read and comprehend written material, follow oral and written instructions, and prepare written material may be substituted for graduation from high school.

General Experience: Two (2) years of work experience which demonstrates the following abilities: (1) meet and deal effectively with people; (2) understand and apply various rules and regulations; (3) providing information, answering questions and inquiries and explaining policies, rules and regulations in person; and (4) utilizing a computer to retrieve and enter data.

Specialized Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience involving applying and complying with federal law (e.g., state eligibility workers) or adhering to strict business practices adopted pursuant to federal, state, and county laws, rules, regulations, and related directives (e.g., banking, motor vehicle transactions, etc.), where failure to follow applicable laws and regulations could result in financial consequences.

Supervisory Experience: For the Airport Security Identification Technician III and IV level positions, applicant must possess supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular special assignment which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects of supervision, e.g., by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; or by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; and/or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

Substitution of Education for General Experience: Graduation from high school, or equivalent, with courses in basic English and arithmetic may be substituted for six (6) months of General Experience OR Successful completion of a substantially full-time equivalent curriculum leading to a degree, diploma or certificate of achievement at an accredited community college, business or technical school which included courses in English, clerical/office procedures, and mathematics may be substituted for the required General Experience, as noted by the single asterisk (*), on the basis of fifteen (15) semester credits of satisfactorily completed course work for six (6) months of General Experience, up to a maximum of one (1) year.

Driver's License: Valid license to drive in the State of Hawaii, as applicable.

Knowledge of: English grammar, spelling, punctuation, word usage, and basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Understanding of the principles of oral and written communication.

Familiarity with good office practices and procedures as well as the operation of common office equipment and the maintenance of office supplies.

Ability to: Learn the organization’s philosophy, goals, functions; read, understand, interpret, and apply relevant federal and state policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations; communicate effectively both orally and in writing with individuals from diverse social, economic, and cultural backgrounds; interact with others in a tactful and courteous manner; read and follow oral and written instructions; and operate office equipment.

In addition to the knowledge and abilities required at Levels I, II & III the ability to train others in the organization’s philosophy, goals, and functions; and in the interpretation and application of relevant federal and state policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations; and supervise, assign, review and evaluate work of others.

Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Clearance - Federal Criminal History Records Check: In accordance with Federal regulations, persons who are being considered for employment in positions which require unescorted access to secured areas at the airport must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint-based criminal history record check. In order to be granted the SIDA clearance, prospective employees must not have been convicted, or found "not guilty by reason of insanity," of a disqualifying criminal offense within ten years from the date of the application. Upon recommendation for hire, prospective employees will be required to successfully undergo the fingerprint-based criminal history record check and be found free of disqualifying convictions during the preceding ten years.

Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

Additional Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call the DOT Personnel Office at (808) 587-2145 for assistance.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT
This position is exempt from the civil service and considered temporary in nature. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be "at will," which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative of your department head or designee at any time.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PLSF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Transportation (DOT) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of the application.

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