Air Guard Security Officer - 12-Hour Shifts, Excellent Benefits

Minnehaha County; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great wages

Shift schedule: 12-hour shifts

Night shift differential

12 paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Healthy insurance

Retirement plan

Paid training

Job summary

The Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office is hiring an Air Guard Security Officer to guard SDANG facilities and assets. You will work 12‑hour shifts, days and nights, weekends and holidays, with six‑month squad schedules.

You will patrol entry points, aircraft, hangars, and sensitive areas to deter threats and keep the mission safe. We offer competitive wages from $25.53 to $28.15 per hour, with potential increases up to $37.83 hourly, plus 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off, strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and maintaining a safe driving record with Minnehaha County.
• Must successfully complete firearm safety training and the qualifications process including annual requalification.
• Must pass the Air Guard background check, fitness test, and vision requirements.
• Must successfully complete the pre-employment background process.

Responsibilities

• Protect the SDANG mission 24/7 by guarding entry points, aircraft, hangars, munitions, weapons storage, and sensitive facilities.
• Detect intrusions and suspicious activity through continuous surveillance and patrols to prevent incidents.
• Maintain and responsibly employ weapons, vehicles, and security equipment to ensure readiness when needed.
• Be the communications hub—monitor security desks, lines, cameras, and coordinate with FAA, law enforcement, and weather alert systems.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office is hiring an Air Guard Security Officer to guard SDANG facilities and assets. You will work 12‑hour shifts, days and nights, weekends and holidays, with six‑month squad schedules.

You will patrol entry points, aircraft, hangars, and sensitive areas to deter threats and keep the mission safe. We offer competitive wages from $25.53 to $28.15 per hour, with potential increases up to $37.83 hourly, plus 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off, strong