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SECURITY OFFICER (TITLE 32)

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units
145 SEF SQ

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SECURITY OFFICER (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2243000and is part of the NC ANG, National Guard (ANG-145 SEF SQ/1028828).

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted yesterday · Apply by 07/31/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 31, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$91,503 - $118,957 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
Yes
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Top Secret
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
NC-12999432-AF-26-034
Control number
876768200

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

The area of consideration for this position is CAT 1 (Areas 1-3) (NCANG). Applications will only be accepted from current military members of the North Carolina Air National Guard.

Duties

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As a SECURITY OFFICER (TITLE 32), GS-0080-12, you will be the Wing Commander's principal advisor in all law enforcement and physical security matters; enforce federal and assimilated state criminal and traffic laws, applicable regulations and administrative policies; provide protection at the air base against possible theft, unauthorized entry, espionage, sabotage, and subversion from both internal and external threats; perform analytical and evaluative duties related to the business of security; be responsible for accomplishment of the wing physical security and law enforcement programs; manage a program comprised of a military and/ or federal/ state workforce involved in work which includes Air Force (AF) operations, assigning and directing security forces personnel in normal and emergency operations; support established Department of Defense (DoD), AF, and ANG security programs; perform protective service work in guarding military buildings, personnel, and resources; serve as the Wing AT /FP Officer; direct installation measures needed to protect against internal and external threats of terrorism; exercise delegated authority to implement plans and protective measures to counter the threat, and for law enforcement initiatives and functions; plan and develop selective law enforcement operations to assure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; analyze weaknesses identified during risk mitigation studies, and higher headquarters inspections of systematic security problems; compile, summarize, and analyze information relating to crime prevention requirements; develop plans for approaches to satisfy the requirements and implement appropriate courses of action; plan, schedule, control, and direct all unit functions; provide leadership and guidance ensuring unit functions meets all wartime readiness requirement; establish unit goals; develop, implement and review policies, procedures, and methods for identifying and protecting information, personnel, property, facilities, operations, or material from unauthorized disclosure, misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, espionage, sabotage or loss; plan and advise on security and law enforcement issues; interpret DoD, AF, ANG and State guidelines, and advise on methods and procedures for application; determine, formulate, and recommend budgetary, training, and organizational requirements; perform a variety of DFC and supervisory functions to include assigning work to subordinates (dual and non-dual status, Active Guard Reserve (AGR), and traditional drill status members); set priorities and deadlines, develop standards and evaluate performance of subordinate employees; periodically review position descriptions to ensure accuracy, and the most effective utilization of personnel resources; explain performance expectations and provide regular feedback; give advice and counsel, hear and resolve complaints, interview, and select candidates to fill vacancies within the unit; initiate action to correct performance or conduct problems and/ or approve serious disciplinary actions; develop methods to improve production and quality of work directed; review developmental needs of employees and make decisions as to training required; maintain liaison with national, state, and local governmental agencies such as law enforcement, disaster relief, and others regarding matters of operational and environmental safety, protection of resources and other issues of possible installation impact; negotiate and review host/tenant agreements, memoranda of understanding, joint use and inter-service agreements, and leases, with military and civil agencies; educate on appropriate command and control issues and ensure that applicable units understand organizational relationships and priorities in regards to security; coordinate physical security and other investigative matters with military, other federal agencies, or civil authorities; provide guidance and assistance during emergencies as well as civil disturbances and disturbances involving use of military resources; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • Must have a Secret Security Clearance, with eligibility to obtain a Top Secret Clearance within 12 months of hire.
  • Complete Level II Anti-terrorism Training Course within first 90 days.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trail period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
  • Position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Military Grades: Officer (O1-O3)

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Each applicant must have the education/experience and validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade for one of the seven organizational program disciplines and its applicable Security Series career level, as cited on page two. Applicants must have the experiences, education, or training that demonstrates the ability to follow directions, to read, understand, and retain a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have least 36 months experience in the Security career field or intelligence career field to include technical training schools and drill-status working experience. Must have expert experiences in developing, implementing, and managing the Wing's law enforcement, physical security, wing security, and Anti-Terrorism and Force Protection programs. Have working knowledge on the Security Forces programs and the Defense Force program with expert knowledge and premier technical authority on the development, implementation, and management of law enforcement, physical security, installation security, and anti-terrorism programs, policies, procedures, and equipment. Experienced in developing, implementing, executing, and managing guidance for applying security policy, procedures, techniques, equipment, and methods to a variety of work situations and various levels of security controls. Experienced in the Wing's Security Programs. Experienced in the Defense Force Program and knowledgeable on the Program's compliance requirements. Experienced in managing and supervising the administrative and technical aspects of the Security Forces Squadron. Experienced in planning, designing, and executing security programs based on Air Force and Air National Guard programs' policy guidance and direction. Experienced in researching and interpreting departmental instructions, standards, policy letters, past and present Executive Orders, survey reports, public laws, procurement contract clauses, and other pertinent literature concerning national security programs that provide guidelines on the concepts, methods, and goals of security programs. Experienced in reviewing and negotiating host/tenant agreements, memoranda of understanding, joint use and inter-service agreements, and leases, with military and civil agencies. Experienced public speaker with professional communication skills required to brief Wing and Group Commanders in all security matters for the installation. Experienced in managing resources, funding, and budget requirements that support Security Forces programs and services.

Education

An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is mandatory. The college degree work should include completed academic courses in sociology, criminology, police administration, criminal justice, or a related area. A graduate degree from an accredited civilian academic college or from an equivalent professional military education school is optimum. To qualify and retain the ANG Security Forces Squadron officer position, completion of the Air Force Security Force Officer Course is mandatory.

You must provide transcripts to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Air National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!

Agency contact information

Col Bradley Claxton
Phone
704-391-4347
Email
bradley.claxton.1@us.af.mil
Address
NC ANG
4930 Minuteman Way
Charlotte, NC 28208
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