Job Description
Are you ready to stop sitting around on your job and ready to gain actual experience, make a difference and receive an incredible amount of training! As the largest Colorado-based provider of security patrol services, we are expanding our offerings and seeking qualified personnel to fill our Patrol / Inmate Transport Division. We provide weekly training for all of our Patrol Division, where you'll learn from experts in their fields from around the state in various fields. You'll also gain tremendous experience in the public safety industry while making a difference for others and earning a higher wage than the vast majority of our competitors! Aquila Protective Services is currently expanding our Patrol / Inmate Transport Division. Graduates from a Police Academy or similar Military Police Academy are highly desired. Come work as an important part of the Public Safety Industry with Aquila Protective Services.
Our expectations of you
- High School Diploma and equivalent POST Certification, Corrections Experience, or specific Military Police Training (MOS) preferred, or a strong background in armed security. Expired or Current Denver City and county armed security guard given preference (Must be able to obtain)
- Be available for Full-Time positions only
- We are currently seeking candidates only for day shifts
- Employees will work 3 11-hour shifts and one 7-hour shift on either the "A" side of the week (Sun-Wed) or "B" side of the week (Wed-Sat).
- Both DAY and NIGHT positions are available
Pay for this position begins at $27.00 per hour during the training process until you complete the certification through the DOC, which takes approximately 4 weeks, at which time it will increase to $28.00 per hour. In order to qualify for the wage of $28.00 per hour, you must have at least 4 years of qualified law enforcement experience. If you do not have this, you may be considered for our basic tier Transport/Patrol position, which starts at $24.00 per hour and increases to $26.00 per hour once fully certified, with tremendous room for growth within the organization and related pay increases. We desire candidates who know and understand what "five star customer service" is and how to practice it to ensure the customer is taken care of. Being customer service oriented among others is focused on being alert and aware throughout the shift and answering community members questions while being polite, respectful and considerate.
Duties of the position
- Responsible for foot patrol duties working within the designated zone
- Respond timely to calls for service on assigned properties
- Respond to burglar alarm calls
- Provide secured transport for inmates of various corrections facilities to appointments or for facility transfers, as required
- Must be reliable and have a strong work ethic
- Required to stay current with all training and certifications
- Always have a mindset of safety
- Strong grasp of appropriate and professional verbal and written communication.
Benefits for working with us
- We provide all uniforms
- Medical - Health, Vision, Dental
- 401k (with Company Matching)
- Weekly Pay
- Supplemental Insurances (Life, short term disability, hospital and accident etc)
- Abundance advancement opportunities
Additional information
- Armed Security Officers must possess their own firearm, full size in 9 mil. or 40 caliber and a Retention 3 holster or above, all other equipment is provided
- Must have a valid and clear drivers license
- Armed Security License Required (we can assist with if needed)
- Must be mentally alert and capable of making decision in accordance with rules, regulations and policies of the location at which they are working, as well as that of the company
- Must be able to observe behaviors, record and report details thoroughly and accurately according to the requirements of the job
- Must be able to remain in a standing or sitting position for extended periods of time and be able to travel on foot across rough, uneven surfaces
- Must be computer literate, able to read, interpret, and implement written instructions/Post Orders, understand and follow oral instructions, and act in accordance with specialized training and requirements.
- Must be physically capable of performing foot patrols at minimum once per hour and remaining vigilant and active while on duty
- Must maintain a level of physical fitness necessary to climb stairs and lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- Must be fluent in English and able to communicate with the general public in a face-to-face setting by telephone/smartphone.
Thank you for your interest in working with us! We look forward to the chance to get to know you and find out who you are and how we can help each other.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Law enforcement: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
