Armed Security Officer

Raven Security is looking for an Armed Security Officer for overnight shifts. During tier and training for licensing, pay is $19 an hour. Upon completion of tier training and licensure, pay increases to $21.50 an hour.

The applicant will provide professional safety and security services to facilities and personnel. Upholds and enforces local and state laws pertaining to security.

• Patrols buildings and property for fire, safety and security violations on foot or by motor vehicle.
• Reports and investigates incidents which occur on the property.
• Conducts searches of buildings and individuals; performs self-defense and arrest control techniques as needed.
• Performs entry control and ensures that buildings are secured and locked. Monitors, sets, and responds to burglar and fire alarm systems.
• Monitors and controls vehicle traffic at facilities.
• Writes accurate, detailed reports. Logs security information, including calls for service and other required information; maintains accurate logs and related documents.
• Provides protection for clientele and other related activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent education required.
• Minimum one (1) year of law enforcement or security. Four years of military experience in lieu of security/law enforcement experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old at the time of employment.
• Must pass conditional post-offer drug screen, background investigation, employment and educational verification, and motor vehicle check. Must provide a DD214 Member 4 copy if prior military.

Licenses/Certificates:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License.
• CPR and First Aid training preferred.
• City of Colorado Springs Armed Security Officer License with CEW and OC endorsements.

Applicants who are not licensed by the City of Colorado Springs as an Armed Security Officer can take the required courses from Raven Security or any City approved instructor. Security courses for licensing are FREE through Raven Security with a one year commitment. The City of Colorado Springs Security Officer License fee is $117.

Benefits

• Advancement Opportunity
• Advanced training by Certified Instructors
• Daily Pay
• Doctor on Demand
• Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, etc)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Discount Program
• 401k Matching
• RxCut Pharmacy Discount Program
• Work-Life Balance Programs (Flextime, Compressed Workweek & Telecommuting)

Work Conditions:

Work is performed on foot and in a motor vehicle; may be exposed to inclement weather. Must be able to stand, climb, walk, run, bend and jump for extended periods of time. May require physical contact of a combative nature for self-defense. May be exposed to potentially hazardous and life-threatening situations. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds. May require working overtime, weekends, holidays and rotating shifts on short notice. Subject to call out at any time.

Job Essential Tasks:

Detain a suspect, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints; subdue resisting suspects using maneuvers and weapons and resort to the use of hands and feet and other approved weapons in self-defense. Prepare (read/write/edit) reports and post orders using appropriate grammar. Exercise independent judgment in determining when there is reasonable suspicion to detain and when force may be used and to what degree. Operate a patrol vehicle during both the day and night in normal and emergency situations, in congested traffic and in unsafe road conditions caused by factors such as fog, smoke, rain, ice, and snow. Communicate effectively and coherently over radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications. Gather information in investigations by interviewing and obtaining the statements of victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential informers. Pursue fleeing suspects and perform rescue operations which may involve quickly entering and exiting patrol vehicles; lifting, carrying and dragging heavy objects; climbing over and pulling up oneself over obstacles; jumping down from elevated surfaces; climbing through openings; jumping over obstacles, ditches, and streams; crawling in confined areas; balancing on uneven or narrow surfaces and using body force to gain entrance through barriers. Wearing of body armor and the utilization of a duty belt containing various equipment to include OC, flashlight, radio, handcuffs, firearm, extra magazines and CEW. Load, unload, aim and fire from a variety of body positions handguns, shotguns, and other firearms under conditions of stress that justify the use of deadly force and at levels of proficiency prescribed in certification standards. Perform searches of people, vehicles, buildings and large outdoor areas which may involve feeling and detecting objects, walking for long periods of time, detaining people and stopping suspicious vehicles and persons. Engage in patrol functions that include such things as working rotating/varying shifts, walking on foot patrol and physically checking the doors and windows of buildings to ensure they are secure. Working solo and as part of a team. Endure verbal and mental abuse when confronted with the hostile views and opinions of suspects and other people encountered in an antagonistic environment. Adapt mentally, physically, and emotionally to high-stress environments and austere conditions. Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters to include directing traffic for long periods of time, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging and carrying people away from dangerous situations and securing and evacuating people from particular areas. Extinguish small fires by using a fire extinguisher and other appropriate means.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $ $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person