Salary: $57,907.20 – $59,384.00 Annually
Location : Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2300306
Department: Sheriff’s Office
Opening Date: 06/10/2023
Closing Date: 6/25/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
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Job Summary
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications
This is an in-person position and is not eligible for remote work. This position has an anticipated work schedules below that are subject to change. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is non-exempt.
Monday – Friday:
6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Provides professional safety and security services to County and/or City facilities, grounds, parks, property, and personnel. Upholds and enforces Local and State laws pertaining to County and/or City security.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Patrols County and/or City buildings and property for fire, safety, and security violations on foot or by motor vehicle.
- Reports and investigates incidents on County and/or City property.
- Conducts searches of individuals; performs self-defense and arrest control techniques as needed.
- Ensures that County and/or City buildings are secured and locked.
- Monitors, sets, and responds to burglar and fire alarm systems.
- Monitors and controls vehicle traffic at County and/or City lots and facilities; maintains flag procedures.
- Writes accurate, detailed reports. Logs security information, including calls for service and other required information; maintains accurate logs and related documents.
- Transports evidence and presents testimony in court when necessary.
- Provides protection for County, City and State officials, special events, data processing operations, County, City and District Court operations, election return process, and other related activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment.
- Knowledge of State and Local laws, including officer authority, search and seizure, use of force, civil rights, and drug and weapons violations as well as enforcement techniques, equipment, and procedures.
- Knowledge of and experience with common radio equipment and communications procedures.
- Must be honest, truthful, trustworthy, and possess a high degree of personal integrity.
- Must possess good judgment and common sense to make competent decisions, as well as prioritize duties under stressful conditions.
- Ability to qualify with assigned weapon system in a safe manner in compliance with policy and procedure.
- Must possess normal color vision and be able to see (20/20 correctable, depth perception, and near and far acuity). Ability to see and interpret color differences within images displayed on a computer monitor required; ability to accurately determine suspicious objects.
- Ability to hear and speak clearly on a radio.
- Ability to write and type accurate, clear, concise, and complete reports, records, and other documents.
- Ability to act quickly and decisively in stressful situations.
- Ability to maintain positive interaction with the public, staff, employees, and public safety personnel, in a courteous and professional manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and possess a high level of attention to detail.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Required Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent education.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- One year of law enforcement, security, or military experience.
- Experience as a security officer using screening techniques and electronic screening equipment, such as x-ray and metal detection equipment.
Licenses/Certificates:
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Must obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Compliance within six months of employment.
- CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, truth verification examination, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, physical examination, and psychological evaluation. Color vision testing is required.
Work Conditions
Duties are 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 40 pounds. May require working overtime, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts on short notice. Subject to call out at any time.
VISION
El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.
PURPOSE
We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.
El Paso County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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How did you learn of this position?
- El Paso County Website
- Indeed.com
- Employee Referral
- Social Media (Twitter/Facebook)
- University/College Career Site
- Industry-specific Career Site
- Professional Membership Career Site
- Career Fair
- Other
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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent education?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have at least one year law enforcement, security or military experience?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have CPR and First Aid training?
- Yes
- No
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If selected for this position, what schedule are you available to work?
- 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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The Sheriff’s Office employs a “non-release” hostage policy. This means that in the event you are taken hostage, either inside or outside of a Sheriff’s Office facility (vehicles included), we would do everything within our power in order to secure your release; however, we would never release an inmate or prisoner. Can you work in an environment that operates under a policy such as this?
- Yes
- No
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