Colorado State Patrol - Executive Security Officer I

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Security Branch (ESB) is a special unit of the Colorado State Patrol. The unit consists of troopers, civilian security guards and command center workforce. The ESB provides 24-hour security at the State Capitol 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.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
Requires a valid Colorado Driver's License.
Must be willing to take job-related formal training courses.
This position includes physical demands including 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 workday 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 facts on your application, testing materials, or during the background interview or polygraph, you may be disqualified.
Position may require occasional travel to the State Patrol Academy.
Applicants must be able to meet and maintain Colorado State Patrol Security Officer appearance standards which includes body markings, body modifications, jewelry, piercings, cosmetics, and hair in accordance with the Colorado State Patrol Personal Appearance policy upon employment; at time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Background in roles requiring frequent interaction with the public, especially in high-traffic environments and with diverse populations
Ability to clearly and professionally communicate with staff, visitors, and emergency personnel
Experience handling difficult situations calmly and effectively

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.

Benefits

Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents.
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000.
Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees.
The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals.
Personalized health coaching, skill groups and more.
Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.
Access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country through BenefitHub.
State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.
Access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
Excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans.
11 paid holidays annually
Accrued annual and sick leave
Four annual wellness days.
The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state.
Tuition reimbursement
Reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.