Being a Security Officer for the Missouri National Guard is very rewarding because we are "One Team.” These specialized security positions provide protection for the employees and equipment of the Missouri National Guard MO-AVCRAD location.

Job Location: This position will be located at the Missouri National Guard MO-AVCRAD in Springfield, Missouri

• Provide security and protection to aircraft, equipment, and personnel. Protection of military resources located at your assigned base to include buildings and grounds.
• Observes activities of base personnel, civilian staff, and the general public. Conducts searches of persons and property within jurisdictional limitations and contact police when necessary.
• This position will be required to have availability for all shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Essential Job Functions:

• Drag, carry, lift, and/or pull a person to safety
• Use physical force to detain a subject or prevent unauthorized entry
• Prolonged standing and/or sustained patrol on foot or in a vehicle
• Sustained pursuit of a suspect on foot
• Dodging, crawling, climbing, and/or rapid ascent of stairs
• Perform the above wearing duty equipment and/or personal protective equipment under adverse environmental conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School education required
• Valid Motor Vehicle license
• Ability to pass initial background investigations
• Ability to acquire and maintain a T3/Secret clearance eligibility
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical ability test consisting of a 1.5 mile run in 17:30 and 19 push-ups in 2 minutes
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Military and/or law enforcement experience
• Ability to assess information and take corrective action
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Computer proficiency with experience working with Microsoft Office programs

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Mo National Guard, Human Resources, (573) 638-9609 or hr.ng@mong.mo.gov