Armed Air Guard Security Officer | 12-Hour Shifts & Benefits

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

Benefits offered by this job

Shift schedule flexibility

Night shift differential

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Health Insurance

Retirement

Paid training

Job summary

Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office is hiring an Air Guard Security Officer to safeguard SDANG facilities and equipment in Sioux Falls, SD. The role supports 24/7 security, including entry points, aircraft, hangars, and sensitive areas, working with military security officers in a team-based environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience, plus valid driver’s license and firearms training qualifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus one year of relevant work experience.
• Must be able to pass Air Guard background check, physical fitness test, and vision requirements.
• Ability to apply firearm and safety training to situations on duty.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed security across entry points, aircraft, hangars, munitions and sensitive facilities.
• Maintain and responsibly employ weapons, vehicles, and security equipment to ensure readiness.
• Respond to FAA tower calls, intrusion alarms, and on-base incidents; document events and enforce regulations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision making

Security experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office is hiring an Air Guard Security Officer to safeguard SDANG facilities and equipment in Sioux Falls, SD. The role supports 24/7 security, including entry points, aircraft, hangars, and sensitive areas, working with military security officers in a team-based environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience, plus valid driver’s license and firearms training qualifications.