Flex Armed Security Officer

Precision Security Team is a veteran owned and operated company in the northern Colorado area. We service areas from Denver, CO to Cheyenne, WY. In operation since 2018, we have grown exponentially, being entrusted with many local government contracts, other critical sites, schools, patrol, events, etc. We pride ourselves with hiring veterans, previous law enforcement, and first responders. Those with experience in those areas are highly encouraged to apply. However, we uphold a commitment to equal opportunity employment and non-discrimination, ensuring all candidates that their qualifications will be considered regardless of their veteran status.

As an Armed Security Officer with Precision Security Team, you will assist with all security-related concerns and other requests as needed to ensure a safe environment for the public at your assigned site. Every Security Officer at Precision Security Team owns the client's experience and their bottom line. It is of the utmost importance to uphold Precision Security Team’s professional image to the client, the public, and law enforcement at all times. It is imperative that you practice and demonstrate Precision Security Team’s core values and code of conduct everyday.

This position would be flexing for three different positions. The anticipated schedule would be 12:00 am-8:00 am consistently on Tuesdays in Fort Collins, 6:00 pm-6:00 am Saturday and Sunday as needed in Fort Collins and Wellington, and at another site as needed in Berthoud, hours to be determined. As his position is a flex position, you will not be guaranteed a full 40 hours per week. You are guaranteed eight hours on Tuesdays, but other positions will be on an as-needed basis. All of the positions will be swing and overnight positions to ensure a consistent sleep schedule.

Due to specific client requirements, officers assigned to three of the four primary sites must adhere to a clean-shaven grooming policy. This standard is set to ensure professional appearance and compliance with contractual obligations. Candidates should be willing and able to meet this requirement to be eligible for assignments at these designated sites.

Critical Roles of the Position:

• Armed Security Certification: Must demonstrating proficiency in handling and operating a firearm safely and responsibly. Familiarity with firearm safety protocols, local laws, and best practices for armed security is required. Prior experience with professional pistol handling in a security, law enforcement, or military setting is strongly preferred. Since officers in this role carry a firearm for professional and contractual purposes, familiarity with weapon maintenance, secure holstering, and responsible use in various scenarios is essential. Candidates with a background in defensive tactics and situational awareness are highly valued.
• Clean Driving Record: Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving history. Candidates should demonstrate responsible driving habits, as the role may involve patrolling or responding to incidents in a company-provided vehicle. Candidates must be comfortable driving in inclement weather and winter conditions.
• Computer Proficiency: Comfortable with basic computer tasks, including report writing, logging incident data, and using security software systems. Experience with email, word processing, and security tracking software is preferred.
• Flexible Schedule (Overnight/Swing Shifts): Able to work non-traditional hours, including overnight shifts and swing shifts. Flexibility in scheduling is crucial, as this position requires adaptability to varying shift needs, including weekends and holidays.
• Attention to Detail: Exhibits strong observational skills and is highly detail-oriented. Must be able to thoroughly assess situations, identify potential threats, and ensure accurate reporting for incident documentation.

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

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 position pays $23.00/hour. This is a W2 position. Employees who work 30 or more hours a week are eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and accident insurance. Colorado is an at-will employment state.

Hiring Process: 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. Should you advance past this stage, a job offer will be extended to you no less than 24 hours later. After the offer is accepted, we conduct a background check and proceed with online onboarding.

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.

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.

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.

Requirements:

Your application will be automatically rejected if you are not 21 years of age or older, do not have a high school diploma or GED, and/or do not have previous firearm experience.

• 21 years of age or older
• high school diploma or GED
• pass required background check
• eligible to legally use a firearm
• previous firearm experience
• valid driver’s license
• clean driving record
• able to work the posted hours without modification

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 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