Security Guard

Salary: $27.28 - $34.94 Hourly
Location : Lincoln, NE
Job Type: Full time/probationary or status
Job Number: 202600600
Department: County Sheriff
Opening Date: 11/02/2026
Closing Date: 11/15/2026 11:59 PM Central


Job Posting Information
Hours: FULL TIME: Monday - Friday, between hours 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.


Individuals within this classification will be expected to exercise personal initiative and independent discretion in the performance of routine duties. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative superior with work reviewed in the form of reports, inspections and compliance with departmental, local, State and Federal statutes and regulations.

Nature of Work/Examples of Work Performed
Monitor entrance/exit positions and conduct screenings of incoming individuals, packages and personal items using X-ray scanners, metal detectors, visual detection and other approved security practices; detect and confiscate all weapons, contraband or suspicious items; detain or arrest individuals as provided by Nebraska Revised Statutes 29-401 and process accordingly; conduct building inspections to ensure ongoing facility security. Provide information and respond to questions from individuals accessing the Justice Center; assist employees and the public in locating appropriate areas within the facility; prepare and distribute required duty forms and reports. Render first-aid assistance and summon medical personnel to the Justice Center when appropriate; provide assistance and direction during potential or actual emergency situations including natural (fire, tornado) and contrived (bomb threat, disturbance, or riot) crises. Assist in providing prisoner transport and courtroom security, as assigned.

Desirable Knowledge, Abilities & Skills/Desirable Training & Experience
Knowledge of City ordinances, State of Nebraska statutes and Federal laws concerning criminal law enforcement. Knowledge of law enforcement and judicial functions and systems. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement personnel, co-workers and the general public.

Ability to use tact and minimal force when interacting with a disruptive or combative person. Ability to visually detect weapons, contraband and suspicious items and confiscate same in professional and safe manner. Skill in the operation of security scanning and detection devices.

Minimum Qualifications/Necessary Special Requirements

Qualifications : Graduation from senior high school or equivalent plus some experience in law enforcement or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills. Desire: Possession of a current Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification or Law Enforcement Certification from a state that is recognized by NLETC reciprocity

Necessary Special Requirements :


Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.

Must successfully complete a local and national level security clearance review.

Must successfully participate and complete all required defensive tactics, CPR and first-aid training.

Must successfully complete and maintain required firearms certification.
We value each Lancaster County employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position:

• Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance.

• We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 10 days of vacation leave and 13 days of sick leave that begin accruing upon hire; plus 11 paid holidays and up to 16 hours of non-cumulative personal holidays per calendar year.

• All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait!

• 30 days of Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching.

• Up to 3 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave

• $30,000 of Life Insurance

• 401(a) Retirement Plan . When you make an 8% contribution, the County will match your contribution 100%.

• Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses after you leave County employment.

• Optional benefits include:
  • Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Allstate Voluntary Plans
  • Supplemental Term Life
  • Deferred Compensation Plans

01


CONFIDENTIALITY DISCLOSURE AND APPLICATION COMPLETION ACKNOWLEDGMENT:This application process uses a combination of automated and hand scoring of all application materials against screening criteria that have been established by the employer.1. I understand that if I have not completely and fully answered all application questions and/or supplemental questions with details, I may not receive full credit for my education and/or experience.2. Further, I understand that merely referring to my resume (e.g. "see resume" in lieu of providing detailed responses) is not sufficient for purposes of ensuring accurate application evaluation.3. All employers, work and volunteer experience, and education described in the following Supplemental Questions must also be listed on the application.4. I understand that I am responsible for the accuracy and completeness of my application and my responses to the supplemental questions.

• Acknowledge

02


Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

03


I acknowledge i have listed all of my previous employers since the age of 18.

• Acknowledge

04


I understand this position is full time Hours will be scheduled between 7:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

• I understand

05


Do you have a current Nebraska law enforcement certification?

• Yes
• No
• No, but certified in another state

06


If yes or certified in another state, please list date certificate received and state.
07


Have you worked as a Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff or State Trooper in the state of Nebraska?

• Yes
• Yes, I have been a sworn officer in a state other than Nebraska
• No

08


If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
09


Are you a United States Citizen?

• Yes
• No

10


Did you graduate from high school or have a GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

11


Are you 21 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

12


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

13


If yes, to the above question please list license number and state issued.
14


Do you have any felony convictions?

• Yes
• No

15


Have you ever been convicted of the following violent crimes?

• Assault
• Child Abuse
• Sexual Assault
• Resisting Arrest
• None of the above

16


Have you ever been convicted of domestic assault?

• Yes
• No

17


Do you have any convictions, diversions, dismissal or refusal for Driving Under the Influence during the preceding 5 years?

• Yes
• No

18


Do you have moral charge convictions (prostitution, pimping, indecent exposure, peeping tom, crimes against nature, etc.) over the age of 18?

• Yes
• No

19


I understand that if I currently have debts serviced by collection agencies, it may result in disqualification.

• Yes
• No

20


I understand candidates will be required to have and maintain good health and physical condition. A physical examination, including an eyesight examination, will be conducted for top candidates at the City/County's expense. Eyesight requirements are the following: Strong eye 20/40, correctable to 20/20, and weak eye 20/100, correctable to 20/40. Candidates who do not meet the corrected or uncorrected visual acuity standards must employ the use of F.D.A. soft contact lenses as approved by an ophthalmologist or optometrist, in which case acuity must be correctable to 20/20 strong eye and 20/40 weak eye, with no upper limits. Candidates must display adequate binocular vision and color vision.

• Yes
• No

21


I understand the following minimum standards involve illegal activities which, if I have committed, will result in disqualification when discovered during the selection process: Commission of moral crimes and has not used Illegal drugs or narcotics in the past 2 years.

• Yes
• No

22


I understand I will be required to stand, lift, bend and carry up to 50 lbs per shift.I understand I will be required to to know Nebraska State Statutes, City code violations and Federal laws.

• Yes, I understand both these requirements.
• No, I do not understand these requirements.

23


Do you have experience with firearms?

• Yes, personal experience only
• Yes, professional experience only
• Yes, professional and personal experience
• No experience

24


If yes, please list experience and years of experience.
25


Do you have work experience as any of the following: (check all that apply)

• Sworn Officer, Trooper or Deputy
• Private Security
• Adult Corrections
• Youth Corrections
• Armored Guard

26


If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
27


Do you have experience working with any of the following: (check all that apply)

• X-Ray Scanners
• Metal Detectors
• Visual Detection
• None

28


If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
29


Are you currently CPR certified?

• Yes
• No

30


Do you have experience with de-escalation tactics?

• No experience
• Yes, less than 6 months experience
• Yes, 6 months to 2 years experience
• Yes, 2 to 4 years experience
• Yes, more than 4 years experience

31


If yes, please list the employer(s) from your application where you acquired this experience AND describe your work duties.
Required Question