What are the responsibilities and job description for the COLORADO STATE PATROL EXECUTIVE SECURITY BRANCH SECURITY I position at State of Colorado?

Salary : $44,907.20 Annually

Location : Denver Metro, CO

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : CSP ESB Security I 2 / 2025

Department : Department of Public Safety

Division : Colorado State Patrol

Opening Date : 02 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Mountain

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Type of Announcement : This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address : 1341 Sherman St. Denver, CO 80203

Hiring Pay Rate : $21.59

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information : Lori Chavez, 303-328-8642, Lori.Chavez@state.co.us

How To Apply : Please submit an online application for this position at https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Department Information

This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.

A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities

Our Vision -Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado

Our Core Values -Unity, Honor, Service

CDPS commits to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We ensure that we recruit, retain, and promote engaged employees. Our approach to diversity is simple - it's about embracing everyone! We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex, not an initiative. Our strength is our promise to be inclusive with intentional strategies to welcome and uplift our employees to thrive - while building a more equitable workplace. CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See our CDPS 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity Plan

At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!

Careers with a purpose :

If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!

We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as : safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.

You'll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!

When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.

Unmatched Benefits :

We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.

Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.
Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details.
CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and annual wellness days.
The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits

Description of Job

About the Work Unit

The Executive Security Branch (ESB) is a special unit of the Colorado State Patrol. The unit consists of troopers, civillian security guards and command center workforce. The ESB provides 24-hour security at the State Capital complex and at the Governor's Residence with transportation and security for Governor and the first Family. In addition, the unit provides protection and security services to the secretary of state, attorney general and state treasurer.

Work Environment

100% In-person position

About the Job

Security Officers with the Colorado State Patrol are responsible for patrolling various state buildings to ensure safety and security of personnel and visitors. This position ensures that state buildings within the Capital Complex are secure 24 hours a day seven days a week.Capital Complex information. https : / / dca.colorado.gov / capitol-complex-facilities-management / capitol-complex-building-facilities-management.

Job Responsibilities

Conducting interior and exterior security tours of state buildings and surrounding grounds in vehicle or on foot.

Screening of persons' belongings at security check-points in buildings within the Capitol Complex

Identifying problem areas and unauthorized personnel.

Identifying alarms indicating possible fire, water leaks, or other problems relating to state property.

Identifying safety hazards.

Providing services to tenants that include; unlocking doors, after hour escorts to a private vehicle, flying ceremonial flags.

Operate the magnetometers and x-ray screening machines at the Judicial Building and the State Capitol.

Submitting work orders to the DPA maintenance staff relating to various items such as burned-out lights, inoperative locks, leaking faucets that could lead to flooding.

Securing all exterior entrances, dock doors, windows, etc.

Performing both single and tandem patrol in a mostly self-supervised atmosphere.

Interacting with police / fire / maintenance personnel in emergency situations.

Writing reports about daily security activities around the different complexes.

Lowering State and National flags at the Judicial Building and State Capitol as required.

Reporting any unusual or suspicious activity throughout the Capitol Complex to the State Patrol Dispatch Center, who will alert a State Patrol Trooper to assess the situation.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Note, to be considered for this position, you must meet the following options for consideration.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must be a Colorado Resident.

Requires a valid Colorado Driver's License.

Must be willing to take job-related formal training courses.

This position includes physical demands that include : vision, hearing, stooping, standing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and ability to walk up and down the stairs.

This position operates 24 hr / 7 days a week. You will be required to work day shift, swing shift, and graveyard shifts.

Must be willing to drive a State vehicle to the State Patrol Academy for training.

Applicants must be willing and able to pass an extensive background investigation that includes a polygraph examination, fingerprints and drug testing. Hired employees are subject to random drug testing.

The background investigation is based on the following criteria, including but not limited to : driving history, criminal behavior / history, alcohol use / behavior, drug use / behavior, and integrity. If you omit any material fact on your application, testing materials, or during the background interview or polygraph, you may be disqualified.

If any disqualifying information is discovered at any stage of the selection process, you may be removed from consideration. If you fail to follow instructions during the polygraph exam you may be removed from the process.

Position may require occasional travel to the State Patrol Academy.

This position is located in downtown Denver. We will provide information on affordable parking options.

Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board / State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board / State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at A standard appeal form is available at : If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action : Colorado State Personnel Board / State Personnel Director, Attn : Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax : 303-866-5038. Phone : 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Supplemental Information

Are you in need of an accommodation?

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and / or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources department at

Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices

Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.

Closing Date : All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

Supplemental Question : Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive.

Transcripts : An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.

Military Veterans : If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available / applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 State of Legal Residence form.

Application Tips : For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this

Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted : will not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).

Notifications All correspondence regarding your status in the selection / examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application. Include your current working email addresson your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from state.co.us and info@governmentjobs.com addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and / or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

Comparative Analysis Steps may include :

Structured application review by a panel of SMEs.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information :

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I understand that employees of the Colorado Department of Public Safety contribute to the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefit plan and do not contribute to Social Security.

Yes, I understand that

If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If you are not a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please state N / A.

I am currently a Colorado State resident, possess a valid Colorado driver's license, and at least 18 years old?

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

Have you ever been convicted of domestic violence?

Have you been convicted of a DUI, DWAI, and / or DUID within the past 3 years?

Have you been responsible for a hit and run accident with damage or injury to another party within the last 3 years, whether reported or not?

I understand this is a non-sworn position within the Colorado State Patrol and does not require POST certification.

I understand that this position is located in Downtown Denver. If selected for the position, I am willing to commute and work at this location?

I understand that the hiring decision based on the Colorado State Patrol background results stands for a year and I can resubmit to a new background after the 12 month period has expired.

Are you able and willing to meet the essential and physical functions that include : vision, hearing, stooping, standing, kneeling, crouching, crawling and ability to walk up and down the stairs.

You will be required to work with x-ray machines and magnetometers. You will be required to set up, operate and walk through periodically to ensure the machine is operational. Is this something you are willing to do?

You will be required to walk several levels of stairs during foot patrols and emergency situations. Is this something you are willing to do?

Please explain you knowledge working with Microsoft Excel, Word and similar program's.

You will be required to check mechanical rooms, maintenance and Janitorial areas. Some of these areas are in building basements and underground access points. Is this something you are willing to do?

This position operates 24hr / 7day a week. Are you willing to work dayshift, swing-shift, and graveyard shift?

I understand the salary for this position is $21.59 hourly / $44,907.20 Annually.

If you were referred by a CSP employee, who referred you?

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Salary : $21,590 - $44,907

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