Security Officer

Security Officer 2025-02692

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Security Officer 2025-02692

Salary

$27.13 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2025-02692

Department

Military Department

Division

Military Department

Opening Date

11/04/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

PSES07

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

Required to be a member of the Wyoming Air National Guard

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position provides protection to the Wyoming Air National Guard Installation, all aircraft, personnel, buildings, and resources within the installation.

To be eligible, candidates must be enlisted members of the Wyoming Air National Guard or members of the Army National Guard and willing to move to the Air National Guard.

Human Resource Contact: Beth Baker /wymdhro@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Provides entry control to Air National Guard facilities.
• Conducts identification checks of persons and vehicles.
• Maintains logs, records, and security police blotters.
• Monitors base alarm systems.
• Provides security and armed response to weapons and ammo storage areas, restricted and controlled areas, classified vaults, fuel storage facilities, aircraft, helicopter parking ramps, and hangars.
• Investigate suspicious persons or activity detected on or near National Guard facilities.
• Conducts physical security checks of buildings, doors, windows, fence lines, etc.
• Conducts minor investigations into thefts, vandalism, property damage, vehicle accidents, and other law enforcement or security duties.
• Conducts routine checks of alarm systems and responds to alarm activations.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to those applicants with military or civilian police, correctional security, or similar security-related employment or those applicants who have attended the Air Force Security Forces Technical Training School.

Required to obtain and maintain a security clearance (Secret) and Military (Guard) membership.

Required to be deployed as a member of the Quick Reactionary Force team, which is part of a dual federal/state mission.

Applicant must pass a personal security investigation and reference check.

Applicant must be an enlisted member of the Wyoming Air National Guard.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Required to meet Air Force Security Forces standards for arming and use of force.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of industrial security.
• Knowledge of state directives applicable to the Wyoming Air National Guard (WY ANG).
• Knowledge of applicable Air Force instructions, manuals, handbooks, and pamphlets.
• Knowledge of WY ANG 153rd SFS/AW instructions, O.I., and plans.
• Knowledge of local laws governing detention.
• Skill in communication and investigation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience in Security, or 1-2 years of military service experience, or successful completion of Air Force Security Forces Tech School

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must be an enlisted member of the Wyoming Air National Guard or a member of the Army National Guard, and willing to move to the Air National Guard.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to pass the Air Force physical fitness test annually.
• The position is currently working 12-hour shifts (4+4 flex).

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supplemental Information

Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job ? it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage? medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits? including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options? including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules? vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility? for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development? to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program ? Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program ? Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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