Security Officer Lead

Description Boulder County Public Works Department is seeking to hire a Security Officer Lead. Salary: $52,008.00 - $68,628.00 Annually. Location: Boulder County, CO. Job Type: Full-time. Job Number: 6805(SU4). Department: Public Works. Opening Date: 08/06/2026. Closing Date: 8/25/2026 11:59 PM Mountain. FLSA: Non-Exempt. This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm at 515 Coffman St, Longmont, Colorado. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime). Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work. Hiring Salary Range: $52,008.00 - $60,318.00 Annually. Tentative Hiring Timeline Phone Screening: Week of August 31st First Round Interviews: Week of August 31st Second Round Interviews: Week of September 7th Reference Check: Week of September 7th New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions. Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information. Examples of Duties Makes rounds of interiors and exteriors of assigned county buildings, checking for general security Guards against theft and destruction of property Questions persons in unauthorized areas and escorts them from area or building, if necessary Reports unusual behavior or problems to proper authorities as appropriate Assists county employees and the public by providing information regarding security, as well as county facilities, programs and services, in person, in writing and over the phone Assists in administering door access systems for all county facilities, with the exception of prisoner control areas, such as the county jail Assists with training, planning and response to emergency situations Calls for emergency medical assistance for ill and injured persons if necessary Issues tickets for parking ordinance violations and discuss nature of violation with motorists as necessary Delivers deposits from county offices to designated banks Performs general courier duties for county departments, as needed Assists in hiring, training and guiding security officers, ensuring effective performance and adequate coverage of security functions Oversees daily operations of assigned sites and officers Evaluates the effectiveness of security operations at assigned sites and recommends improvements to security supervisor Acts as liaison between County departments/building occupants and local law enforcement Notifies supervisor of incident trends and requests for service and offers suggestions Assists supervisor in performance appraisals and disciplinary actions of lower-level employees Performs related work, as required May be reassigned in emergency situations Required Qualifications PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team. A high school diploma, or equivalent 2 (two) years of experience in building security work Driver's License Additional related education may count towards required experience. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. For more information regarding a clean driving record, please click here. Background Check & Fingerprinting A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting. Special Requirements Applicants must have current CPR certification at the time of hire. Applicants must pass a drug test. Preferred Qualifications 1 (one) year of security experience in a lead capacity De-escalation skills, training and techniques Working knowledge of card access systems management, card printing, troubleshooting system issues Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of industry standards related to physical security Knowledge and understanding of the technical and operating methods, tools, equipment and materials used in the design and maintenance of security system Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively with other employees, agencies and the public Competency in operating a computer and applicable software including door access systems and security alert systems such as Alertus Basic knowledge of law enforcement procedures and techniques Working knowledge of emergency first-aid procedures Physical Requirements Seeing, hearing, speaking and writing legibly Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling and crouching Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time and may involve climbing stairs or ladders and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain Addition physical requirements may include frequent lifting and/or moving up to 45 pounds Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Benefits As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide: Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be found HERE. Additional Benefits include (Download PDF reader) Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements 12 weeks Paid Caregiver leave Breast feeding friendly-work environment Infants-at-work policy Access to LifeMart and Benefits Hub discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more! Access to a nationally-recognized wellness program Employee Assistance Program PERA 401k Social Security retirement plans Additional Life and Disability Insurance Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance County-paid tuition assistance Eligible for PSLF- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Free EcoPass Hospital Indemnity ID Theft Protection Pet Insurance 8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave Generous paid time off Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King's Birthday January Presidents' Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Indigenous People's Day General Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years) Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day November Friday after Thanksgiving* Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week) Christmas Day New Year’s Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week) Vacation** 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire Eight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service. Medical** Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed. PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salary Employer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 15.80% The District Attorney’s Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work. 01 Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record? (Required) Yes No 02 Do you have current CPR certification? Yes No 03 Do you have competency with Microsoft 365 programs such as Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, and OneDrive? Rate your proficiency with these programs (basic, intermediate, or advanced). 04 Which access control systems do you have competency with? What operations did you perform with the systems? 05 One of our guiding values is around Inclusion. We value, respect, and support all individuals by being an inclusive, culturally responsive county government. What do you perceive as a challenge when working with a diverse workforce? 06 What kinds of experiences have you had working with others with different backgrounds than your own? 07 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? (Required) Yes No 08 Please describe how you meet the minimum requirement of 2 (two) years of experience in building security work. Required Question Employer Boulder County Address 2025 14th Street Boulder, Colorado, 80302 Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Website #J-18808-Ljbffr