Armed Security Officer

Do you have an interest in protecting, securing and working on a military installation? If so, the Department of Military Affairs is currently recruiting for Military Affairs Security Officers at Mitchell Air Base in Milwaukee, WI.

These are State of Wisconsin civil service positions.

The Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans after two months of employment).
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall wellbeing.
• Working for Wisconsin State Government may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the next 6 months.

These positions provide armed security services to protect property and persons from sabotage, fire, espionage, theft, vandalism, and other hazards; control entry and exit of all personnel, vehicles and other equipment at entry points to the National Guard Facility or Base; assist and direct visitors; enforce parking regulations; ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations, rules and laws; prepare and maintain records and documents; monitor base alarm systems; and attend training and safety classes.

New hires currently start at $26.04* per hour once they pass the qualification to carry firearms.

• This starting wage consists of:

• a base pay of $24.04 per hour,
• a $2.00 per hour add-on to the hourly rate for carrying a firearm while on duty; DMA will provide the required firearm training.

These positions have Protective Occupation Status within the Wisconsin Retirement System, which is an accelerated retirement benefit.

For current permanent state employees, pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan and may vary from the amounts listed above.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a high school diploma, GED or HSED.
• In order to gain access to the military facilities and to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled, DMA will conduct a comprehensive background check. In addition, the position requires a Common Access Card (CAC). A CAC requires successful completion of a Department of Defense investigation and an additional more in-depth federal background check, for gaining access to federal computer systems, restricted locations, or classified information.
• Must qualify to carry firearms and remain qualified as a condition of employment. To be qualified, must not have been convicted of a felony or any domestic abuse charges or convictions.
• Must meet the physical and mental standards established by applicable military regulations. Will be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam, drug screen, psychological exam, and physical agility test. In addition, will be required to pass an annual physical agility test consisting of push-ups (18), sit ups (24), sprint (300 meter in 90 seconds), run (1.5 mile in 20 min), push (67lbs), pull (77lbs), drag/carry (145lbs-25ft) and lift (70lbs).
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license as a condition of continued employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a military driver’s license as a condition of continued employment. You will be trained on specific vehicles and will receive assistance to obtain the licensure if you do not already possess.

A 12-month probationary period is required.

Minimally qualified candidates will be required to have security/law enforcement experience OR training/education.

Well qualified candidates will have:

• Received a professional firearms training course
• Security/law enforcement experience AND training/education

Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. If you have not signed into your account, you will need to sign in before applying. If you do not have an account, click “Register Now” to register for an account and apply for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. You will be able to save your application as many times as needed and make edits up until the point you submit your application. Please note that once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted.

Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages; same is true for the letter of qualifications.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the online application process by the stated deadline.

Questions can be directed to Michele Sorum at Michele.Sorum@Widma.gov or 608-242-3149.

The Department of Military Affairs is an equal opportunity employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA , and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment Assistance page on the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs’ website.

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The online application process must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 25, 2026.