Airfield Deputy

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don't just talk about diversity and inclusion-we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About The Adjutant General's Office:

The Adjutant General's Office (AGO) provides a dynamic workplace while serving the Indiana National Guard at its various facilities throughout the state. AGO's programs and projects offer exciting opportunities for professionals in many fields - from maintenance repair to cadre to civil engineers - looking to begin or advance their careers. AGO offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as an outstanding work/life balance. AGO offers agency specific benefits, such as an opportunity to work an alternative work schedule, a spot bonus program to reward hardworking employees, and a chance to work with military and federal partners.

Role Overview:

The primary purpose of the armed ANG Special Deputy Security Officer is to serve in support of the 181st Intelligence Wing, Indiana Air National Guard. The incumbent performs aerospace weapons systems security: defends and protects Air National Guard installation, personnel, equipment and facilities: and maintains law and order, preserves the peace, and provides security of property and personnel.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $37,648.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Apprehend and detain violators of laws, rules, and regulations and turn them over to the appropriate law enforcement agency.

• Provide public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people & property, and enforcing motor vehicle access to the installation.

• Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving procedures, including sobriety checkpoints.

• Investigate and report potential fire and accident hazards using the proper protocol.

• Dispatch and coordinate with the appropriate personnel and equipment to meet emergency situations.

• Properly receive and secure information and items for evidence and record them into appropriate information systems.

• Monitor and operate the emergency control center, including answering 911 calls, maintaining records, and preparing shift reports.

• Responsible for ensuring the proper protocols for individuals entering the base for base entry control.

• Responsible for defending the installation personnel, equipment, and resources from hostile ground attacks as part of the Security Response Team.

• Participate in training, exercises, and evaluations to increase proficiency and update skills.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at anytime.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Must never have been convicted by the civilian or military court except for minor traffic violations or similar infractions.

• Must have two (2) years of military or civilian law enforcement/security experience; substitution: accredited college training may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis or have completed Air Force Security Forces Apprentice School.

• Must obtain and retain a favorable National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or a National Agency Check with Law and Credit (T-3) and/or Secret Security Clearance as determined by the base command.

• Must possess and maintain valid Driver's and military driver's licenses.

• Ability to work shifts, overtime, and weekends, as required.

• Perform specialized techniques, methods, and procedures to execute search and apprehension, counter-terrorist operations, or counter-violence threatening public safety.

• Ability to properly and effectively wear or use personal protective equipment, including that used to prevent exposure to chemical, biological, or radiological agents.

• Must perform physically demanding work in hot and humid (up to 100 percent humidity) atmosphere while wearing duty equipment and/or personal protective equipment.

This person must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment:

• You must successfully complete initial and recurring in-service training requirements as established by the local County Sheriff and the Security Forces Commander to ensure weapons qualifications, proficiency in guard skills, and remain current in state and federal doctrine.

• Complete initial/annual CPR recertification and First Aid.

• Pass the Physical Ability Test (PAT) and the physical agility test to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid new parent leave

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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