Are you comfortable in military settings and have experience protecting secured grounds and leading a team? If so, a career as a Military Security Officer Senior may be right for you. The Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is hiring two Military Affairs Security Officer Senior positions at Volk Field in Camp Douglas, WI. Both of these positions are twelve hour night shift positions.

State of Wisconsin employees have access to a GREAT benefits package that includes at least 3 weeks of paid time off, excellent health and dental benefits, and participation in the fully funded WRS, which is considered among the best in the country!

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

DMA is an equal opportunity employer and women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Volk Field Security Officer – Lead position is responsible for providing leadership and making decisions relating to the operation of the Security Forces (SF) department during their assigned shift under the direction of the SF Supervisor and SF Manager (SFM). This position is responsible for ensuring that officers on shift are correctly completing the required duties of the department IAW department regulations and policies. This position will act as a liaison between the security officers and the Supervisor / SFM for any issues within the department. This position will also function as the primary trainer of assigned officers ensuring they are receiving the required training. This position will also perform the duties of a Volk Field Security Officer to accomplish the mission of securing and protecting personnel, property, and resources within Volk Field’s 2,500 acres and along its outside perimeter.

New hires currently start at $26.22 per hour once they pass the qualification to carry firearms. This starting wage consists of a base pay of $21.22 per hour, plus a $2.00 per hour add-on to the hourly rate for carrying a firearm while on duty, and an additional *temporary* bonus add-on of $3 for hours in work status. (The employer will provide the required firearm training.) This position is in the 05/12 pay schedule/range. A 12 month probation may be required.

These positions also 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 Comp Plan.

• This position requires medical, fitness, and psychological examination.
• Must be able to qualify to carry firearms
• Must pass a criminal background check and be able to be cleared to obtain a security clearance
• Must hold and maintain valid driver's license
• All state employees are required to report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not, and must provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment.

Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will have experience with:

• Assessing training needs or providing training to other staff.
• Performing typical security activities for an organization (patrol, entry control, protection of property, etc.)

Well-Qualified candidates will also have:

• Certification as a security or law enforcement instructor.
• Military security experience
• Experience performing officer in charge or dispatcher duties in a security operations center.

Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

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. For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here.

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

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions can be directed to Allisa.Brown@widma.gov.

Apply by 11:59 PM on Monday, December 11, 2022 to be considered for employment.