Force Protection Officers with the Vermont State Military Department provide protective services to the people and assets of the Vermont Army Nation Guard in Colchester. Work with a dedicated team of long-term members. Training, equipment and uniforms provided. Predictable work schedule with occasional planed overtime.
This is a State of Vermont civilian employee position. Enlistment in or eligibility for the Vermont National Guard is NOT required.
As of July 12, 2026, the step 1 rate for pay grade 19 will be $22.51 per hour and the step 15 rate will be $34.91 per hour.
This position, Force Protection Officer - Limited Service (Job Requisition #55002), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact
[email protected].
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Incumbents will be expected to work night and weekend shifts, safely operate around moving aircraft, work in restricted areas, be exposed to sensitive classified information, and be frequently alone in adverse weather conditions, all while wearing heavy equipment. Integrity, honesty, and tact are critical in dealing with VIPs, installation military and civilian employees, guests, and the general public. Some exposure to dangerous situations is occasionally encountered. Incumbents are expected to carry firearms. Must wear a uniform and body armor.
High School diploma or equivalent AND EITHER one (1) or more years of experience in the security or law enforcement field
OR
Successful completion of a law enforcement, corrections, security, technical school or police academy program
OR
Current or past membership of a military organization, Active or Reserve/National Guard
OR
Successful completion of two (2) years full-time college coursework in a law enforcement/criminal justice/homeland security field.
Special Note: A current valid State driver's license is required.
A military driver's license and/or airfield flight line permit and SECRET security clearance must be obtained during the probationary period. Individual duty post certifications must be maintained through written, oral and practical testing and exercises.
An incumbent must also be able to lawfully possess and qualify with the appropriate firearms within the probationary period in accordance with either US Air Force or State of Vermont Military Department standards.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
