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Armed Security Officer - Transit Job in Denver, Colorado

Denver, Colorado Position Type: Full Time Req ID: 2026-1725579 Date posted: 10/27/2026

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Company Overview:

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

We’re seeking highly dependable and professional Armed Security Officer - Transit to protect the RTD transit system across the Denver metro area. In this role, you will play a vital part in safeguarding passengers, employees, and property throughout bus routes, light rail stations, and major transit hubs.

Location: Denver, CO

Pay: $25.00 an hour

Schedule: Flexible schedule necessary

Qualifications: Candidates must meet one of the following: 2 years of law enforcement experience, 1 year of active-duty military service, or 1 year of corrections experience. In lieu of this, candidates may qualify with 7 years of unarmed security experience, 3 years of armed security experience, or a minimum of 60 college credit hours.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with security or law enforcement backgrounds who are looking to advance their skills in a dynamic, public-facing environment. Success in this role requires the ability to remain calm under pressure, communicate effectively, and respond quickly to emerging situations. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills, reliable attendance, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Structured pay progression opportunities tied to performance and tenure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information
Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site
Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information
Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate
Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
Minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experience
Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)
Excellent communication skills; able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reports
Able to complete all range qualifications and functions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Company's retirement plans
Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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