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Airport Security Supervisor Featured

Location
Rapid City, South Dakota
Wage
Hourly
Job ID
35760190950
Posted
2026-5-6

This job is location in Sioux Falls South Dakota

Why Join Our Team

The Minnehaha County Sheriffs Office is accepting applications for an Airport Security Supervisor to join our team! This position performs supervisory level law enforcement work to maintain the safety and security of the Sioux Falls Regional Airport including the airports terminals customers staff and property.

This position requires a current South Dakota law enforcement certification. Applicants should include a copy of their certification with their application.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 3:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The listed hiring range for this position is $32.16 - $35.45 Hourly

This posting will remain open until filled with the initial review of applications to begin on April 21 2026.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Supervise and provide work direction for Airport Deputy Sheriff Security Officers. Develop and manage shift schedule. Complete employee performance evaluations provide feedback to staff and complete and submit employee timesheets. Assist in disciplinary proceedings. Assist in interviewing and hiring new employees. Keep supervisors and essential personnel advised of security incidents.
  • Ensure compliance with laws policy guidelines and procedures. Inspect employee uniforms and equipment. Ensure officers complete accurate written reports. Identify and arrange necessary training opportunities.
  • Coordinate security compliance activities including access point alarm checks alarm response proper display of airport identification information and random identification checks.
  • Collaborate with the Sioux Falls Regional Airport law enforcement agencies and airport tenants and stakeholders to ensure a secure environment.
  • Provide certified law enforcement protection and security for the general public by maintaining an observable and accessible presence at the Sioux Falls Regional Airport.
  • Provide law enforcement support to the airlines vendors tenants passengers and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) passenger screening operations. Perform armed foot patrol inside the airport.
  • Identify illegal or suspicious activities. Identify individuals loitering or observing screening checkpoint security procedures. Exercise appropriate use of force to neutralize disorderly and/or intoxicated subjects causing disturbances. Respond to incidents and emergency situations. Mediate disputes. Initiate arrests as necessary. Conduct investigations. Interview victims and witnesses. Gather evidence.
  • Question and when necessary apprehend passengers possessing weapons or improvised explosive devices at the Screening Checkpoint.
  • Verify identification of all armed law enforcement officers and Federal Flight Deck Officers who are flying in the performance of their duties.
  • Respond to questions complaints and requests for information and/or assistance from the public.
  • Complete and maintain accurate records and reports concerning crimes incidents information etc. Provide testimony when required.

What You Need to Succeed in this Role

High school diploma or GED and one year of relevant work experience. A current South Dakota Law Enforcement Certification. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered. Must be a minimum of age 21 at the time of hiring. Must possess a valid drivers license and maintain a safe driving record with Minnehaha County. Must successfully complete pre-employment background process. Must maintain ability to be a credible witness in court. Ability to apply the policies and procedures of law enforcement operations to make appropriate decisions quickly and to act with tact and impartiality. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers other agencies and the public. Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.

Supervisory experience and/or experience working in a similar environment is preferred. Knowledge of civil laws basic computer skills and good interpersonal skills are preferred.

EEO Statement

Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or creed national origin or ancestry citizenship sex or gender including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity marital status age disability veterans status genetic information or any other legally protected status. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337.

Compensation
$32.16 - $35.45 per hour

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Airport Security Supervisor

Location: Rapid City SD

Industry: Aviation
Occupational Category: Management
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: USD 0

Description: Minnehaha County seeks a Airport Security Supervisor.
This job is location in Sioux Falls South Dakota

Why Join Our Team

The Minnehaha County Sheriffs Office is accepting applications for an Airport Security Supervisor to join our team! This position performs supervisory level law enforcement work to maintain the safety and security of the Sioux Falls Regional Airport including the airports terminals customers staff and property.

This position requires a current South Dakota law enforcement certification. Applicants should include a copy of their certification with their application.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 3:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The listed hiring range for this position is $32.16 - $35.45 Hourly

This posting will remain open until filled with the initial review of applications to begin on April 21 2026.

How You Will Make an Impact


What You Need to Succeed in this Role

High school diploma or GED and one year of relevant work experience. A current South Dakota Law Enforcement Certification. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered. Must be a minimum of age 21 at the time of hiring. Must possess a valid drivers license and maintain a safe driving record with Minnehaha County. Must successfully complete pre-employment background process. Must maintain ability to be a credible witness in court. Ability to apply the policies and procedures of law enforcement operations to make appropriate decisions quickly and to act with tact and impartiality. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers other agencies and the public. Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.

Supervisory experience and/or experience working in a similar environment is preferred. Knowledge of civil laws basic computer skills and good interpersonal skills are preferred.

EEO Statement

Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or creed national origin or ancestry citizenship sex or gender including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity marital status age disability veterans status genetic information or any other legally protected status. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337.

Compensation
$32.16 - $35.45 per hour

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Date Posted: 2026-5-6

Please Apply by: 2026-5-22