Armed Security Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be qualified to carry a firearm for professional security purposes, maintaining a strong understanding of safe handling, use-of-force considerations, and applicable laws
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate incident, alarm, and after-action reports
• Proficient with reporting platforms, email, scheduling systems, and basic office software
• Comfortable working overnight, night, and swing shifts as required
• Proven leader with supervisory or lead-officer experience
• Calm, decisive, and professional under pressure
• Highly skilled in communication and de-escalation
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and organized
• Confident operating independently while supporting a team
• Maintains strong situational awareness and sound judgment
• Presents a professional appearance and demeanor
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3–5 years of security-related experience required
• 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to pass background check, drug screening, and MVR
• Must pass CO POST pistol qualification
• CPR certified (or willing to complete PST-provided training)
• Reliable transportation
• Completion of company-provided defensive tactics training
• Ability to wear full uniform, duty belt, and ballistic carrier for entire shift
• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods
• Frequent stair use and facility movement
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to safely operate and maintain an issued firearm
• Capability to perform defensive tactics when required
• Ability to obey all traffic law, signs, and regulations at all times, especially when driving a company vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory or lead-officer experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and support the evening patrol team
• Conduct roll calls, briefings, and debriefings to ensure readiness and situational awareness
• Foster a professional, cooperative, and efficient work environment
• Provide guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to patrol staff
• Direct and assist patrol teams in responding to security incidents, emergencies, and alarm activations
• Respond personally to alarms when required, investigating causes, assessing threats, and taking appropriate action
• Coordinate with law enforcement, emergency services, and management as needed
• Ensure all incidents are accurately documented through professional reports and after-action documentation
• Apply advanced de-escalation techniques in situations involving displaced individuals, mental health crises, or corrections-related encounters
• Ensure patrol staff use communication-based conflict resolution whenever feasible
• Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and training of armed security personnel
• Support scheduling and deployment strategies to ensure adequate evening coverage
• Adjust staffing in response to operational needs or emergent incidents
• Conduct onboarding and initial training for new patrol staff
• Reinforce standard operating procedures including patrols, access control, and perimeter checks
• Train officers in emergency response protocols, firearm handling standards, and defensive tactics
• Promote continuous learning and professional development
• Enforce adherence to company policies, legal standards, and ethical guidelines
• Conduct audits and inspections using reporting software
• Use reporting data to identify training needs and improve operational performance
• Serve as the overnight point of contact for client inquiries or concerns
• Maintain positive client relationships through timely communication and professional service
• Assist management with investigations, corrective actions, and incident follow-up
• Precision Security Team or the client may assign additional duties as operational needs require

Benefits

• Paid training including CPR, de-escalation, and defensive skills
• Health benefits for employees working 30+ hours per week
• Consistent scheduling with opportunities to pick up extra shifts
• Colorado-mandated benefits including paid sick leave, FAMLI participation, and Roth IRA option