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Safety Officer
Applications due by: June 5th
Pay Range DOE: $19.29/hour
Work Schedule: Various shifts – 1st shift - 6:00 am to 2:45 pm; 2nd shift - 2:45 pm – 11:00 pm; 3rd shift - 11:00 pm to 6:00 am.
Work Location: Various
This position is eligible for Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan – must be 18 years of age to participate. Goodwill of Colorado is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer.
***This is a temp-to-hire with the eligibility of full-time permanent placement.***
JOB SUMMARY:
- Maintains a visible presence to deter criminal, prohibited, or suspicious activity in both public and restricted areas, including main and auxiliary buildings, grounds, parking lots, stairwells, and other assigned areas.
- Responds promptly and effectively to both emergency and non-emergency situations, including working in high-activity environments involving trespassing, drug activity, or similar issues.
- Provides verbal crisis intervention by quickly assessing situations, establishing rapport, recognizing emotional or cognitive limitations, and offering appropriate support or direction.
- Performs physical intervention during crisis situations when necessary and authorized.
- Escorts individuals and assists client personnel as required.
- Remains consistently alert and vigilant to conditions or activities that may result in personal injury, property damage, or loss.
- Prepares accurate, clear, and legible incident and activity reports.
- Maintains positive and professional working relationships with coworkers, client staff, and other vendors.
- Demonstrates functional knowledge of the assigned facility and, when applicable, multiple facilities.
- Enforces and complies with all client policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Performs additional duties as directed by Security leadership or other authorized personnel.
- Completes other related tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualifications & Requirements
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Preferred qualifications include a college degree in criminal justice or a related security field, graduation from a police academy, or relevant experience in one or more of the following areas:
Military Police
Corrections
Law Enforcement
Customer Service
Experience & Certifications
Military Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Prior experience working with the public in a service-oriented environment is preferred.
Valid Guard Card(s) in the Denver area are preferred.
Basic Officer, Advanced Officer, and Supervisor Certifications are preferred or must be obtained within one year of assignment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain all required jurisdictional security licenses, certifications, and any client- or contract-specific credentials.
Must successfully complete all required training and competency assessments within designated timeframes, including but not limited to team training, basic firearms and TASER training, and new employee orientation covering client security policies and procedures.
Additional Requirements
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a diverse population, including clients, employees, patients, visitors, physicians, vendors, and the general public.
Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
Ability to prepare clear and accurate routine reports and correspondence.
Must maintain regular and reliable attendance in accordance with attendance policies.
Must be at least 21 years of age to meet compliance requirements.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet all client driving standards, when applicable.
Must successfully pass a psychological screening conducted by a licensed psychologist, in accordance with compliance requirements.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, sit, observe, and drive for extended periods, including in various weather conditions.
Ability to run, climb stairs, carry emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers, restrain or assist individuals, and safely lift or move up to 80 pounds on occasion.
Frequent use of hands and arms to handle objects, operate controls, and perform job tasks; ability to hear, speak, and observe effectively.
Required vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Must demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
May be required to operate a motor vehicle as part of job duties.
Background & Compliance Requirements
In accordance with client security and compliance standards, candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening as outlined in the client contract. Screening requirements may include, but are not limited to:
Criminal history checks
CBI and FBI fingerprinting
CBI name-based search
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR/DMV) review
Psychological screening
Sex offender registry search
SAM/OIG exclusion check
CAPS and DORA checks
Drug and/or alcohol screening
DOT testing, if applicable
Any additional screening required to ensure full security compliance
For further details regarding background requirements, candidates may contact their Goodwill Staffing Representative.
Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses.
Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.
Physical Requirements
Attachment to Job Description
Job Title: 275 - GSS - Service Dept Number: 5450
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Guide to Physical Requirements:
- Continuously (5-8 hours)
- Frequently (3-4 hours)
- Occasionally (1-2 hours)
- Never
LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)
Heavy: 45 lbs & over - FREQUENTLY
Moderate: 15-44 lbs - FREQUENTLY
Light: 14 lbs & under - FREQUENTLY
CARRYING:
Heavy: 45 lbs & over - FREQUENTLY
Moderate: 15-44 lbs - FREQUENTLY
Light: 14 lbs & under - FREQUENTLY
PUSHING/PULLING - FREQUENTLY
REACHING:
Above Shoulder - FREQUENTLY
At Shoulder - FREQUENTLY
Below Shoulder - FREQUENTLY
TWISTING - CONTINUOUSLY
BENDING - FREQUENTLY
KNEELING/CRAWLING - FREQUENTLY
SQUAT - FREQUENTLY
CLIMBING:
Use of legs only (stairs) - FREQUENTLY
Use of arms & legs (ladders) - OCCASIONALLY
HEARING - CONTINUOUSLY
VISION:
Visual, close - CONTINUOUSLY
Visual, distant - CONTINUOUSLY
Visual, depth perception - CONTINUOUSLY
HANDS/FINGERS:
Simple grasping - FREQUENTLY
Fine Manipulation - FREQUENTLY
Repetitive Movements - CONTINUOUSLY
WALKING - CONTINUOUSLY
STANDING - CONTINUOUSLY
SITTING - CONTINUOUSLY
SPEAKING - CONTINUOUSLY
OTHER, please describe - CONTINUOUSLY - Driving
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