Armed School Security Officer

Precision Security Team is a veteran-owned and operated company proudly serving northern Colorado and surrounding areas. Since our establishment in 2018, we have experienced remarkable growth, earning the trust of local government agencies, schools, critical infrastructure sites, event organizers, and more. Based in the region stretching from Denver, CO, to Cheyenne, WY, we are committed to excellence in security services.

We take pride in hiring veterans, former law enforcement personnel, and first responders and strongly encourage individuals with such backgrounds to apply. However, we are equally committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Precision Security Team is an equal-opportunity employer, and all candidates are evaluated based on their qualifications, without discrimination or bias.

As a School Security Officer at Precision Security Team, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for the public at your assigned location. Your responsibilities will include addressing security concerns and handling requests as needed to ensure the safety and satisfaction of clients and the community.

Every Security Officer at Precision Security Team is entrusted with delivering an exceptional experience for our clients while safeguarding their interests. It is essential to uphold the company’s professional image at all times—whether interacting with clients, the public, or law enforcement.

As a member of our team, you are expected to embody and demonstrate Precision Security Team’s core values and code of conduct in all aspects of your work.

We are in search of a qualified professional for an Armed School Security Officer. The ideal candidate for this position would have experience in customer service, conflict intervention, and security or military service. Firearm experience is an imperative aspect of this position, so previous experience is required. If you are looking to work for a growing company that values and rewards hard work, integrity, and dedication, this is the right company for you!

Schedule. 7:00 am-4:00 pm Monday through Friday for a total of 40 hours per week. Please do not apply if this does not work with your availability.

Critical Roles of the Position:

Conducting Regular Patrols of the School Campus: Routinely monitor the entire school campus, including hallways, classrooms, and outdoor areas, to maintain a visible security presence and deter potential threats.

Expertly De-escalating High-Stress Situations: Use effective communication and conflict resolution skills to calmly de-escalate tense or volatile situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all parties involved.

Maintaining Constant Situational Awareness: Remain alert and attentive to the surrounding environment at all times, quickly identifying any unusual activities or potential risks.

Ensuring the Safety of Students, Staff, and Visitors: Prioritize the security and well-being of students, staff members, and parents, fostering a safe and welcoming atmosphere within the school community.

Responding Swiftly and Appropriately to Emergencies: React promptly and appropriately to any incidents or emergencies that arise, following established protocols to manage the situation effectively.

Documenting and Reporting Incidents: Accurately record and report all incidents, disturbances, or safety concerns to the relevant authorities or school administration, ensuring clear communication and proper follow-up.

Precision Security Team or the client can assign other duties to you as necessary at any time.

Mandatory Qualifications:

Professional Firearms Experience: Demonstrated experience in the safe handling and operation of firearms, including proficiency in marksmanship, safety protocols, and weapon retention. Experience should reflect training or previous roles where the responsible use of firearms was required, such as law enforcement, military service, or certified security positions.

Adherence to Professional Grooming Standards: Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance at all times, in accordance with company guidelines. This includes proper uniform wear, grooming, and presentation to reflect a high standard of professionalism when interacting with clients, school staff, and students.

Successful Completion of a Comprehensive Background Check: Must pass an extensive background check that includes criminal history, employment verification, and reference checks. This process is essential to ensure a safe and trustworthy environment within school settings.

Pass a Psychological Examination: Completion of a psychological evaluation is required to assess suitability for handling high-stress situations, critical decision-making under pressure, and overall mental fitness for the role of armed security within a school environment.

Completion of a School Security Officer Academy: Must successfully complete a certified 80-hour School Security Officer Academy, which includes training in emergency response, de-escalation techniques, and school-specific safety protocols. This training ensures a deep understanding of the unique security needs within educational settings.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening: All applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen to ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Company Core Values:

• Integrity: In all we do, at every level.
• Commitment: To our team, our clients, our community.
• Development: Professionally, personally, collectively; always improving.

Key Competencies:

• positive attitude
• time management
• situational awareness
• professional demeanor
• de-escalation and conflict management skills
• excellent communication skills
• confidence working solitary and with a team
• proficiency with smart phones and online scheduling software
• physical ability to perform work related tasks
• ability to use proper English and grammar when filling out reports and other required paperwork

Pay: This W2 position pays $29.00/hour. Employees who work 30 or more hours a week are eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. Colorado offers additional benefits to all employees, including the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program, which provides paid leave, and a secure savings option through a Roth IRA program.

Hiring Process: Assessments will be scored based on answering the question, and proper use of grammar and written communication. Please do not write "see resume" or "can be discussed during the interview" as your answer. We are looking for answers with specific examples and/or thorough, multiple sentence answers to the questions.

Our hiring process begins with a thorough review of resumes to identify candidates who align well with our company’s needs. If your resume stands out, you will receive a call for an initial phone screen. Following a successful phone screen, we will invite you to an in-person interview with the hiring manager and other relevant management team members.

During the interview, we ask that you use the S.T.A.R. technique. The STAR technique is a structured method used to answer behavioral interview questions by clearly outlining a Situation, Task, Action, and Result. This approach helps candidates provide comprehensive and well-organized responses that showcase their skills and experiences effectively, and helps candidates provide answers that are coherent, concise, and impactful, making it easier for interviewers to assess their competencies and fit for the role. Should you advance past this stage, a job offer will be extended to you. After the offer is accepted, we conduct a background check and proceed with online onboarding.

We will review your application and reach out if we think you're a good match. Due to a high volume of applications, please refrain from calling to inquire about the status of your application; failure to follow this direction will reject your application, as it shows that you may not follow directions and/or read things all the way through.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by February 7, 2025.

PST adheres to a hands-off approach whenever possible, prioritizing verbal de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques. The only instance where physical intervention is appropriate is if an individual poses an immediate physical threat to themselves, others, or you. Acceptable physical intervention techniques will be taught during our mandatory Phase I training.

Employment with Precision Security Team is "at-will," meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, as permitted by Colorado law. This at-will employment relationship cannot be altered or modified except by a written agreement signed by both the employee and an authorized representative of the company.

All knowledge about a site's staff, customers, products, events, procedures, facilities, etc. must remain confidential. Any improper public or personal disclosure will result in discipline up to and including termination.

Precision Security Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

If you require accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources.

Requirements:

• 21 years of age or older
• high school diploma or GED
• pass required comprehensive background check
• pass required psychological exam
• pass pre-employment drug screen immediately upon hire
• successful completion of school security officer academy
• eligible to legally use a firearm
• previous firearm experience
• able to work the posted hours without modification
• wear required uniform throughout the entire duration of your shift

Physical Requirements:

• able to train and become certified to use an approved firearm
• ability to use/maintain/operate/manipulate firearm, handcuffs, and other issued gear
• able to stand for up to eight hours at a time
• able to pass company basic hand-to-hand course
• able to walk around and up and down stairs frequently throughout your shift
• able to lift at least 50 pounds unassisted
• able to wear issued gear belt for the entire duration of your assigned shift