Security Officer

Securitas Global Clients America; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Options

Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance

Paid Training & Paid Weekly

Paid Time Off

DailyPay Access

Job summary

Securitas Global Clients America is hiring Security Officers for full-time and part-time shifts across Colorado Springs, Fountain, and Old Colorado City areas. Duties include access control, patrols, alarm reporting, and customer service, with a wage range of $17.00–$18.00 per hour.

Ideal for students or retirees seeking flexible schedules and opportunities for paid training. Positions require HS diploma or GED, ability to travel 25–30 miles, and willingness to work day or grave shifts.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to remain calm and professional during stressful situations.
• Must have great attention to detail and remain vigilant throughout shift.
• Must have a professional demeanor.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies with rapid / effective judgment and use appropriate escalation.
• All candidates must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
• Willingness to travel 25-30 miles to and from work.
• Must have Day or Grave shift availability.

Responsibilities

• Report alarms in accordance with client requirements, and monitor cameras.
• Greet vendors, drivers, residents, client employee’s, client, and aid as needed.
• Conduct internal or external foot patrol when needed to check for unsafe conditions, hazards, security violations, blocked ingress and egress, mechanical problems, unauthorized persons, inspects grounds using appropriate equipment and protective gear.
• Monitor entrance/exits and provide guidance to site visitors, and/or vendors.
• Complete daily activity (DAR), incident reports and logs via Securitas and client systems.
• Provide an atmosphere in which all customers, client employees, site visitors, client, and Management know their needs are being met.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Professional demeanor

Ability to work independently

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Security Officer - Full Time & Part Time

Primary Location: Colorado Springs, CO, Fountain, CO

Some sites are not accessible by public transportation due to location and/or shift

Wage Range: $17.00-$18.00/HR

Available Schedules

• Sat & Sun: 8AM - 8PM (Fountain)
• Sat & Sun: 8AM-4PM (Fountain)
• Sat-Wed: 4PM-12AM (Fountain)
• Sun - Wed: 6PM - 4AM (Old Colorado City)
• Mon-Fri: 6AM-2PM (Garden of the Gods $16.10/HR)

The Security Officer helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including access control and patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for our client sites pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area.

Perfect position for college students or retirees!

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Options.
• Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance.
• Virtual Medical Appointments With Telemedicine.
• Paid Time Off, FREE Uniforms, Paid Training. & Paid Weekly.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• DailyPay Access Program!!
• Discounts on Childcare, Pet care, vehicles, cell phones, travel & So Much More!

What You Can Expect

• Report alarms in accordance with client requirements, and monitor cameras.
• Greet vendors, drivers, residents, client employee’s, client, and aid as needed.
• Conduct internal or external foot patrol when needed to check for unsafe conditions, hazards, security violations, blocked ingress and egress, mechanical problems, unauthorized persons, inspects grounds using appropriate equipment and protective gear.
• Monitor entrance/exits and provide guidance to site visitors, and/or vendors.
• Complete daily activity (DAR), incident reports and logs via Securitas and client systems.
• Provide an atmosphere in which all customers, client employees, site visitors, client, and Management know their needs are being met.
• Present a good image to client, public, and Management.
• Operates in a calm manner and directs persons who cause disruption to leave property.
• Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations; sets up barriers and signage, and provides direction or information to others.
• Observes and reports incidents or suspicious activity to client, Company Management, or public safety authorities as appropriate for the circumstances and/or as required by the site.
• Acts to ensure that all property removal is conducted within appropriate policy requirements and in accord with client standards.
• Carries out specific tasks and duties of similar nature and scope as required for assigned site.

Basic Requirements

• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to remain calm and professional during stressful situations.
• Must have great attention to detail and remain vigilant throughout shift.
• Must have a professional demeanor.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies with rapid / effective judgment and use appropriate escalation.
• All candidates must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
• Long periods of sitting or standing required.
• Appropriate I9 Identifications for I9 processing
• Willingness to travel 25-30 miles to and from work.
• Understands the nature of customer service and interactions with the public.
• Must have Day or Grave shift availability.
• Must be reliable, accountable, punctual, and have a strong work ethic.
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills a plus.
• Must be able to interact with and greet site visitors, residents, client employees, or client in a positive manner, while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Intermediate computer/technology skills needed to ensure completion of daily activity reports, and logs via handheld devices, and ability to report alarms via telephone.
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills to assist vendors, public, client, Site Supervisors, and Office Management.
• Must be open to communication and feedback from client, Site Supervisor and/or Office Management.
• Must be able to adhere to 15 minute, and lunch breaks.
• Must be able to work in a team environment to ensure site/organizational goals are achieved daily.
• Must be able to remain organized and professional.
• Must be able to learn and adhere to security operations.
• Must provide high quality customer service in-person, via radio, and over the telephone.
• Must be able to obtain Colorado Springs Guard Card license ($117.00) upon completion of new hire orientation and maintain it every year.
• Must be able to attend in-person interview, and in-person orientation in Colorado Springs if hired.

See a different world.

Securitas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

About Us

Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.

Benefits Include

• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply.

Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.

About The Team

Our Company Mission:

Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits.

Our Values

Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community.

Integrity

Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information.

Vigilance

Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises.

Helpfulness

As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job.