Security Forces Apprentice()

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SECURITY FORCES APPRENTICEIf you're thinking about a career in law enforcement, Air Force Security Forces can give you the training and experience needed to succeed. As a member of our highly specialized team, you'll be responsible for all police activities associated with an Air Force base. You could be doing anything from securing the perimeter of the base to being a dog handler. Your responsibility will be to ensure the safety of all base weapons, property and personnel from hostile forces.Security forces personnel learn lifesaving procedures; provide armed response; direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic on base; operate speed measuring, drug, alcohol and breath test devices; and conduct investigations. You will be involved in team patrol movements, tactical drills, battle procedures and military operations other than war. You might also be apprehending and detaining suspects, securing crime scenes or testifying in judicial proceedings. Security forces personnel also utilize military working dog teams, train handlers and all aspects of working dogs. Additionally, you might be assigned to an armory and be responsible for controlling and safeguarding arms, ammunition and equipment. (NOTE: These two areas are not available immediately after basic training. You could be selected for these areas after you've completed your initial security forces training.)This career field directly leads into a civilian job of law enforcement officer, security personnel and related government security agencies. You will receive college credits through the Community College of the Air Force that you can apply toward a degree in law enforcement.Benefits include:- Specialized Air Force Security Forces training- Earn 30 days of vacation with pay each year, starting with your first year- Comprehensive medical and dental care for you, your spouse and children- Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K)- Low-cost life insurance- Tax-free housing and food allowances- Discounted shopping at on-base grocery and department stores- Opportunity for regular promotions based on skills, abilities, time in service and time in grade- Excellent retirement program after 20 years of continuous serviceRequirements include:- Must be a U.S. citizen- Be between the ages of 17 and 27- Be able to pass an Air Force physical- Be able to speak English distinctly- Be able to acquire a Secret security clearance- Have normal color vision- Have no history of personality disorder or criminal activityAll Air Force careers fields are based on qualifications and job availability.Do you want to learn more about this job? Please click "Apply" to request an info pack.

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Job Created: Mon Nov 02 2009 10:33:48 AM
Last Modified: Mon Nov 02 2009 10:33:48 AM