Armed Campus Safety & Security Officer

Colorado Academy

  • Denver, CO
  • $33.00-35.50 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
Full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Director of Security. This is a non-exempt position. Security staff are responsible for patrolling the 94-acre campus and monitoring activity campus-wide.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Patrol buildings, campus grounds, and parking lots on foot and in a vehicle to observe unusual behavior and deter illegal activity
  • Observe the activities of persons in and around campus buildings including monitoring security systems such as cameras and alarms
  • Respond to routine inquiries and guide campus visitors to the appropriate areas, ensuring they have the proper identification
  • Assess problem situations and exercise tact and judgment in bringing about their resolution
  • Document all credible campus incidents
  • Enforce parking and driving rules of Colorado Academy
  • Work cooperatively, courteously, and professionally with all segments of the Colorado Academy community
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
  • Participate in training opportunities as requested, including firearms qualifications
  • Work successfully with security team members to achieve department goals
  • Assist with Emergency Planning and Drills
  • Must be willing to work prescheduled, mandatory after-hours school events such as Homecoming, Prom, and Graduation
  • Occasional overtime opportunities may also arise voluntarily
Requirements
  • High School graduate or equivalent desired
  • This is an armed role requiring a minimum of 4 years of prior experience in law enforcement or military service. Security experience or education cannot substitute for the required police or military background
  • A valid P.O.S.T. certification or CCW is preferred, or willingness to obtain CCW
  • Valid driver's license and motor vehicle record must meet established standards
  • This position requires for candidates in the final stage to submit to a background check, drug screening, and psychological exam, all provided and paid for by Colorado Academy
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Comfortable with radio communication and public speaking.
  • Basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Must have First Aid certification within 90 days of hire date
  • The applicant must be able to provide their own 9mm or .40 caliber firearm
Physical Requirements
  • Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements year-round
  • Ability to walk for long distances
Pay for this position: $34.00 per hour. Colorado Academy reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. Any discrepancies that may exist do not relate to sex. Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 403(b) retirement plan. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document.Applicants are invited to visit the Colorado Academy website (www.coloradoacademy.org) to learn more about the program and the school.Colorado Academy does not discriminate or allow unlawful harassment in any of its programs, procedures or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, political affiliation, race, religion or creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, marital status or other protected classifications defined by applicable law. The policy applies in all aspects of employment with the Academy.Requirements
  • High School graduate or equivalent desired
  • This is an armed role requiring a minimum of 4 years of prior experience in law enforcement or military service. Security experience or education cannot substitute for the required police or military background
  • A valid P.O.S.T. certification or CCW is preferred, or willingness to obtain CCW
  • Valid driver's license and motor vehicle record must meet established standards
  • This position requires for candidates in the final stage to submit to a background check, drug screening, and psychological exam, all provided and paid for by Colorado Academy
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Comfortable with radio communication and public speaking.
  • Basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Must have First Aid certification within 90 days of hire date
  • The applicant must be able to provide their own 9mm or .40 caliber firearm
Physical Requirements
  • Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements year-round
  • Ability to walk for long distances
Candidates should be eager to join a professional community where collaboration is valued, where rich curricular conversations are common, and where openness to growth is the norm. Excellent interpersonal skills are required.All employees are expected to carry out the mission of Colorado Academy, "Creating Curious, Kind, Courageous, and Adventurous Learners and Leaders," and to support the vision of the school.Applicants are invited to visit the Colorado Academy website (www.coloradoacademy.org) to learn more about the campus and the school.The pay for this position is $33.00 - $35.50 per hour. Although this is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, Colorado Academy reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. Any wage differential that may exist for the position does not relate to sex, gender or gender identity, but relates solely to a seniority system, a merit system, or relevant education, training and/or experience. Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 403(b) retirement plan. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document.Colorado Academy does not discriminate or allow unlawful harassment in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion or creed, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, marital status, genetic information, or other protected classifications defined by federal or Colorado laws. The policy applies in all aspects of employment with CA.Salary Description$33.00 - $35.50 per hour

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