Military Security Officer

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Hiring Agency:

• Military - Agency 31
• Location:

• Lincoln, NE
• Hiring Rate:

• $23.420
• Job Posting:

• JR2026-00030408 Military Security Officer (Open)
• Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

• 11-18-2026
• Job Description:

Location: Security Forces, 2415 Furnas Ave, Lincoln NE

Job Duties:

Performs a range of base entry and commercial vehicle inspection duties. Ensures those accessing the military installation have proper identification credentials before entering.

Controls the entry and exit of military and civilian personnel, vehicles, and other equipment on and off the Nebraska National Guard Base and controlled or sensitive areas.

Maintains various posts such as providing flight line protection, monitoring access gates, roving patrol of base buildings and grounds, and monitoring vehicle traffic/parking within base jurisdiction; rotates posts as directed.

Conducts random searches of persons and property.

Conducts criminal history records, vehicle registration and driving records, wants/warrant checks. Issues base entry passes for visitors and contractors.

Participates in ground defense disaster functions. Performs emergency security measures required to secure Nebraska National Guard resources against sabotage or hostile forces in accordance with base plans.

Maintains all government equipment and facilities under their control. Maintenance and cleaning of small arms.

The Nebraska Military Department does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for our positions.

Starting hourly pay rate is $23.420/hr plus $.60 per hour shift differential pay when applicable.

Requirements / Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications: High school education plus one year experience in military or civilian security or law enforcement.

Other: Background/motor vehicle check will be required. Must maintain a secret security clearance. Must possess a valid Nebraska driver's license. Offer of employment is contingent upon obtaining a suitability rating on a Mental Health Assessment conducted by a licensed psychologist. Must be qualified to be licensed and bear firearms and display proficiency in accordance with USAF regulations each year. This position is in a 24-hour facility.

For approximately 30 days of training, you will report to a 6:45 am to 3:00 pm shift Monday through Friday. Once this training period is complete, your regularly scheduled shift will be 2:45 pm to 11:00 pm with Tues/Wed off.

Once yearly a "shift bid" is conducted among State Security members. During this time, all shifts are opened up for members to switch shifts or days off if they choose. This is decided on a basis of seniority, giving the most senior employee first choice, working down to the newest hire.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of United States Air Force and Nebraska Air National Guard regulations and policies; United States Air Force policy on weapons safety, use of force, and law enforcement practices; wire and radio communication procedures; first aid, fire prevention, safety and human relations; reporting procedures and form format; disaster functions; and maintenance of small firearms.

Ability to bear firearms in accordance with the IAW Nebraska State law and USAF directives; respond to and establish control of emergency situations, operate patrol vehicles and equipment; operate entry control and explosive detection equipment, use tact and good judgment in daily contact with civilian and military personnel, demonstrate sound judgment in initiating up-channel reporting, communicate effectively with other staff and the public.

Skill in accurate and effective use of weapons, radio and communication procedure; the use of all necessary security equipment (some computerized).

• o Stable employment and hours with regular salary increases
• o Thirteen paid holidays per year
• o Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement, agency free parking and flexible work schedules
• o 79% employer-paid health insurance with four plans and coverage levels to choose from
• o Dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and more
• o Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year starting at 12 days each.

• o Stipend for eligible military retirees on TRICARE
• o 156% state-matched retirement for state plans

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