Armed Security Patrol Officer

Job Description

Are you ready to stop sitting around on your job and ready to gain actual experience, make a difference and receive an incredible amount of training! As the largest Colorado-based provider of security patrol services, we are expanding our offerings and seeking qualified personnel to fill our Patrol Division. We offer weekly training for all of our Patrol Division, where you'll learn from experts in their fields from around the state in various fields. You'll also gain tremendous experience in the public safety industry while making a difference for others and earning a higher wage than the vast majority of our competitors! Aquila Protective Services is currently expanding our Patrol Division. Graduates from a Police Academy or similar Military Police Academy are highly desired. Come work as an important part of the Public Safety Industry as an Armed Officer for Aquila Protective Services.

Our expectations of you

• High School Diploma or equivalent POST Certification, or specific Military Police Training (MOS) highly desired, Expired or Current Denver City and county armed security guard given preference (Must be able to obtain)
• Be available for Full-Time positions only
• We are currently seeking candidates only for grave shifts (2100-0800 is required). Employees will work three 11-hour shifts and a 7-hour shift on either the "A" side of the week (Sun-Wed) or "B" side of the week (Wed-Sat), for 40 total weekly hours.

We desire candidates who know and understand what "five star customer service" is and how to practice it to ensure the customer is taken care of. Being customer service oriented among others is focused on being alert and aware throughout the shift and answering community members questions while being polite, respectful and considerate.

Duties of the Armed position

• Responsible for foot patrol duties working within the designated zone
• Respond timely to calls for service on assigned properties
• Respond to burglar alarm calls
• Assist with inmate transport services, as required
• Must be reliable and have a strong work ethic
• Required to stay current with all training and certifications
• Always have a mindset of safety
• Strong grasp of appropriate and professional verbal and written communication.

Benefits for working with us

• We provide all uniforms
• Medical - Health, Vision, Dental
• 401k (with Company Matching)
• Weekly Pay
• Paid training
• Starting pay is $22.00 per hour, with supervisors earning up to $28.00 per hour
• Supplemental Insurances (Life, short term disability, hospital and accident etc)
• The opportunity to work with and learn from our leaders in the organization with WEEKLY training being offered to all Patrol Specialists!
• Abundance advancement opportunities

Additional information

• Armed Security Officers must possess their own firearm, full size in 9 mil. or 40 caliber and a Retention 3 holster or above, all other equipment is provided
• Armed Security License Required (we can assist with if needed)
• Must be mentally alert and capable of making decision in accordance with rules, regulations and policies of the location at which they are working, as well as that of the company
• Must be able to observe behaviors, record and report details thoroughly and accurately according to the requirements of the job
• Must be able to remain in a standing or sitting position for extended periods of time and be able to travel on foot across rough, uneven surfaces
• Must be computer literate, able to read, interpret, and implement written instructions/Post Orders, understand and follow oral instructions, and act in accordance with specialized training and requirements.
• Must be physically capable of performing foot patrols at minimum once per hour and remaining vigilant and active while on duty
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness necessary to climb stairs and lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must be fluent in English and able to communicate with the general public in a face-to-face setting by telephone/smartphone. Fluency in Spanish is desired.

Thank you for your interest in working with us! We look forward to the chance to get to know you and find out who you are and how we can help each other.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Armed Security: 4 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Colorado Springs, CO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24