Job Class: Military Security Guard
Agency: Military Affairs
Job ID: 90876
Location: 148th Airbase, Duluth, MN
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 12/23/2025
Closing Date: 12/30/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Military Affairs
Division/Unit: AGO
Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift (10hrs/4days/week)
Days of Work: Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $23.61 - $32.54 / hourly
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 AFSCME
Work Area: 148th Security
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
NOTE:
The current vacancy is on a rotating shift. The days off and/or the shift may vary over time.
The current vacancy is located at the 148 th Airbase.
Military Security Guards provide 24 hour a day security coverage. Days off will vary according to the shift you are assigned to.
Journeyman level, experienced security work in support of a National Guard facility, armed security work providing protection & security for property and personnel at a Minnesota Air National Guard U.S. Military Facility. The work involves regulating movement in and out of the 148 Fighter Wing, enforcing regulations and rules, guarding against vandalism and burglary, assisting in building evacuation, applying first-aid, patrolling air base, HR-RTF 8.11.2009, munitions storage areas and aircraft parking areas, provide armed emergency response to accidents, incidents and other unusual occurrences, prepares detailed incident reports and maintains log records.
Must have successfully completed any Military Police/Security Course that awards and Air Force AFSC, Army or Marine MOS, or Navy 9545 N EC or Master at Arms rating, or equivalent civilian @type training. IF YOU HAVE NOT COMPLETED THIS TRAINING, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
Minimum Qualifications
-All applicants are required to be armed in the course of their duties and must be eligible under the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Individuals convicted of domestic violence are not eligible for hire or retention.
-Applicants must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license (or other state's equivalent).
*All applicants must obtain a favorable National Agency Check with Local Records and Credit Check (NACLC). Personnel may be hired prior to a completed check. Failure to obtain or retain a favorable NACLC for a position of trust is basis for removal.
Knowledge of:
Proper safety precautions;
First aid techniques;
Principles of effective public relations sufficient to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner.
Ability to:
-Follow oral and written instructions
-Read and comprehend, write and speak English sufficient to understand and follow security protocols/procedures &
memoranda, write incident reports and communicate clearly & effectively with base staff and visitors.
-Enforce regulations
-Keep records and write reports
-Respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
-Work forced overtime as the need arises
Must possess a valid Class D driver's license, this is a basic driver's license; and be eligible to obtain a US government drivers' license. Must be qualified or be capable of becoming qualified to bear firearms in accordance with Federal Law.
Must be able to pass a complete criminal background investigation and be eligible to possess a secret security clearance. Ability to physically apprehend, detain and restrain suspects.
Preferred Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of response procedures, regulations, and administrative rules governing the protection of personnel and resources for a National Guard facility and where to seek assistance in emergency situations.
Security/military police/law enforcement training. This is further defined as the formal awarding of Army MOS (95B or 31B), Marine MOS (5811), or a Navy Master at Arms rating NEC (9545);
Successful completion the U.S.A.F Security Police/Forces Academy Apprentice Course;
Minnesota P.O.S.T Board certification eligibility, or civilian equivalent work experience or training.
Proficiency and experience with:
(1) Proper safety precautions and procedures dealing with firearms.
(2) First aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillator techniques.
(3) Principles of effective public relations and communications.
(4) Radio, Computer and Alarm System operations
Physical Requirements
Applicants may be expected to meet physical agility and medical standards for fitness. Hearing in both ears, vision in both eyes, acceptable color vision. Capable of standing for prolonged periods and able to walk moderate distances and climb stairs. The ability to speak English clearly and effectively is essential.
Required to physically apprehend, detain, and restrain suspects.
(1) Drag, carry, lift, and/or pull a person to safety.
(2) Use physical force to detain a subject or prevent unauthorized entry.
(3) Prolonged standing and/or sustained patrol on foot or in a vehicle.
(4) Sustained pursuit of suspect.
(5) Dodging, crawling, climbing, and/or rapid ascent of stairs.
(6) Perform the above wearing duty equipment and/or personal protective equipment under adverse environmental conditions.
(7) Performing the above requires-
(a) The ability to be stable with regard to consciousness and the control of voluntary motor functions and have the functional
capacity to respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations of the job.
(b) The ability to maintain mental alertness, deductive, and inductive reasoning, memory, and reliable judgment.
(c) Acuity of senses and ability of expression sufficient to allow essential, accurate communication by written, spoken, audible,
visible, or other signals while using required personal protective or other equipment.
(d) Adequate motor power, dynamic strength, range of motion, neuromuscular coordination, stamina, gross body coordination,
and dexterity.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
