Part-Time Security Officer - Specialist II – Night Shift

NREL; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Pension benefits

403(b) with employer match

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation expense reimbursement

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) in Golden, CO is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer – Specialist II for the Night Shift. The role includes 24 hours per week with a shift from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., plus a 12% shift differential and overtime eligibility.

Responsibilities include patrols, entry control, incident response, and CMS training. requires US citizenship eligibility, a high school diploma or equivalent, and security experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1+ years of security experience.
• Or, Associate’s Degree or certification program of comparable scope.
• US Citizenship eligibility due to access to sensitive information and government facilities.
• Ability to prioritize work and communicate effectively; strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates alignment with NLR values across teams.
• Meet training standards within 90 days.
• Conduct patrols thoroughly and reliably.
• Perform entry control duties accurately and professionally.
• Respond to routine alarms safely and promptly.
• Establish incident command for routine incidents with good judgment.
• Provide professional customer service during routine interactions.
• Use radio communications clearly and effectively.
• Produce clear incident reports with minimal corrections.
• Begin CMS operations training and learn visitor processing procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Office software

Project administration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Part‑Time Security Officer – Specialist II – Night Shift . Location CO – Golden . Position Type Regular . Hours Per Week 24 . Working at NLR

About NLR

NLR is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado and is the nation’s primary laboratory for energy systems research and development. Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), where world‑class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NLR stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost‑effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth. At NLR, you’ll find a mission‑driven environment supported by state‑of‑the‑art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well‑being. To set our new team members up for success, this position includes a six‑month probationary period. This is a collaborative time to ensure successful long‑term fit, providing dedicated support and training as you become acquainted with your role and our organization.

Job Description

The Security Officer (SO) plays a vital role in the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) community, focusing on the detection, deterrence, and prevention of threats and hazards to maintain a safe and supportive work environment. This position resides within the Laboratory Protection (LP) group at NLR. As a Security Officer – Specialist II, you will apply industry experience of security protocols and procedures to independently perform routine operational responsibilities. We are looking to hire SO II’s for the Night Shift (Shift 1). For insight of what it would be like to be a part of the Laboratory Protection team,

Salary

Qualified and successful candidates will receive a job offer with an annual salary between $51k-64k.

Shift Schedule and Pay Differential

• Shift 1: 11 p.m. – 7:30 a.m. (additional12% shift pay differential)
• Shift assignment and days off are determined based on team needs.
• This position is eligible for overtime.
• For this part‑time position, we’re looking for someone who can work a minimum of three 8‑hour shifts weekly.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates alignment with NLR Values by exhibiting behaviors that promote trust, productive working relationships, credibility, and professionalism across team functions.
• Meet training standards within 90 days.
• Conduct patrols in a thorough, reliable, and operationally sound manner.
• Perform entry control duties accurately, consistently, and professionally.
• Respond to routine alarms in a safe, timely, and reliable manner.
• Independently establish and manage incident command for routine incidents with good judgment.
• Respond to routine incidents safely, reliably, and operationally sound manner.
• Begin training in Central Monitoring Station (CMS) operations and develop foundational knowledge of CMS systems and procedures.
• Provide professional, respectful, and effective customer service during routine interactions.
• Use radio communications clearly, professionally, and effectively during routine operations.
• Independently produce clear, accurate, and organized incident reports with minimal corrections.
• Begin training in visitor processing and develop foundational knowledge of visitor requirements and procedures.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 1 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience.
• Or, relevant Associate’s Degree or certification program of comparable scope or equivalent relevant education/experience.
• Considerable knowledge of the job.
• Substantial understanding of general aspects of the job with a broad understanding of the detailed aspects of the job.
• Intermediate skills in applicable software packages and office equipment.
• Basic project administration skills.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Very good team and interpersonal skills.
• Government Access Controlled Systems – US Citizenship Eligibility requirements: This position will require access to sensitive information, Government facilities, and/or Government information systems restricted to individuals with US citizenship. Only applicants that are US Citizens at the time of application will be considered.
• Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
• A minimum of one year of experience in security, safety, emergency response or related field.

Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)

Job Profile: Specialist II / Annual Salary Range: $44,500 - $71,200. NLR takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits Summary

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• short*- and long-term disability insurance
• pension benefits*
• 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*
• life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• personal time off (PTO) and sick leave
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement*
• performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component (eligible but not guaranteed)
• relocation expense reimbursement (some positions may be eligible)
• limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement

Badging Requirement

NLR is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation.

Drug Free Workplace

NLR is committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug‑Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you are offered employment at NLR, you must pass a pre‑employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre‑employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre‑employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable Accommodations

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