Location: Rifle, CO 81650
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Schedule: Friday - Monday | 6:00 PM - 4:00 AM
 

Position Overview
Citadel Security USA is seeking a reliable Full-Time Unarmed Security Officer for evening and overnight coverage in Rifle-City, Colorado. The officer will help safeguard assigned properties by maintaining attentive presence, completing routine checks, managing authorized access, and responding appropriately when concerns arise.

Much of the work is performed independently, making dependability, awareness, and good decision-making especially important. The position also involves regular interaction with employees, visitors, contractors, and other authorized personnel.
 

Primary Duties

Patrol & Property Checks

• Complete scheduled foot and vehicle patrols throughout assigned areas.
• Inspect entrances, exits, doors, windows, gates, fencing, parking areas, and other designated locations.
• Look for signs of damage, unauthorized activity, safety hazards, or unusual conditions.
• Maintain consistent awareness of the property during evening and overnight hours.
• Report conditions that may require management, maintenance, or security follow-up.
• Follow assigned patrol routes, post orders, and location-specific procedures.
   

Access & Security Monitoring

• Check identification and verify authorization before permitting access when required.
• Maintain visitor and access records according to established procedures.
• Observe CCTV feeds, alarms, access-control equipment, and other security systems when assigned.
• Identify and promptly report suspicious activity, attempted unauthorized entry, or policy violations.
• Maintain control of assigned access points while providing professional service.
   

Response to Incidents

• Respond to alarms, disturbances, suspicious activity, and other security concerns.
• Assess situations carefully and follow established response procedures.
• Notify supervisors or emergency responders when circumstances require additional assistance.
• Maintain a professional demeanor during stressful or unexpected events.
• Take reasonable steps to protect people and property while awaiting additional assistance, consistent with company procedures.
   

Reports & Communication

• Complete daily activity reports and required incident documentation.
• Record observations, patrol findings, unusual circumstances, and security-related events accurately.
• Enter required information into electronic reporting systems such as TrackTik, Belfry, or comparable platforms.
• Communicate important information to supervisors during and at the conclusion of each shift.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling operational records or sensitive information.
   

Professional Service

• Interact respectfully with employees, visitors, contractors, vendors, and other authorized individuals.
• Provide directions or basic assistance when appropriate.
• Communicate clearly and courteously, including during difficult interactions.
• Represent Citadel Security USA in a professional manner while on duty.
• Maintain a dependable, respectful, and service-oriented approach throughout the assignment.
   

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1-2 years of professional security experience.
• Strong attention to surroundings and detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete electronic reports.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions during changing circumstances.
• Comfortable working independently for extended periods.
• Ability to follow written instructions, post orders, and company procedures.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.
   

Preferred Background

• Two or more years of experience in security, military service, law enforcement, or a related field.
• Experience with CCTV, alarms, access-control systems, or other security technology.
• Familiarity with electronic security reporting applications.
• Previous experience performing mobile or stationary patrols.
• Experience preparing incident reports and daily activity documentation.
• Conflict-resolution or verbal de-escalation experience.
   

Screening & Onboarding

Selected candidates must:

• Successfully complete the required background investigation.
• Complete any client-required drug screening, where applicable.
• Complete Citadel Security USA onboarding and required training.
• Meet all applicable requirements for an unarmed security assignment.
• No firearm license is required for this position.
   

Physical Requirements

• Remain standing or walking for extended portions of the shift.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols.
• Walk through multiple areas or levels of assigned properties.
• Navigate stairs and other areas encountered during routine inspections.
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness while performing security duties.
• Respond promptly when an emergency or security concern develops.
• Occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.
• Work evening, overnight, weekend, holiday, and additional hours when operational requirements call for coverage.
   

Equal Opportunity Employer
Citadel Security USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.