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Sports Security Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Security Officer

Durango, CO · On-site

$21.96 - $34.03/hr

... sports, river sports, hiking, biking, camping and more. Qualifications: Required * High School ... Six (6) months experience as security officer in a healthcare setting or Law enforcement or ...

Security Officer

Durango, CO · On-site

$21.96 - $34.03/hr

... sports, river sports, hiking, biking, camping and more. Qualifications: Required * High School ... Six (6) months experience as security officer in a healthcare setting or Law enforcement or ...

Senior Security Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

Work effectively as part of a team - Security is a team sport and you understand the need to build relationships and trust across the organization to enhance Karbon's security posture. You are happy ...

Senior Security Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

Work effectively as part of a team - Security is a team sport and you understand the need to build relationships and trust across the organization to enhance Karbon's security posture. You are happy ...

Security Officer

Copper Mountain, CO · On-site

$22 - $24.40/hr

Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility. Job Title: Security Officer Job Status: Year Round Full Time Compensation and Benefits:

Security Officer

Copper Mountain, CO · On-site

$22 - $24.40/hr

Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility. Job Title: Security Officer Job Status: Year Round Full Time Compensation and Benefits:

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How much do sports security jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for sports security in Colorado is $27.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $30.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sports security?

A Sports Security job involves ensuring the safety of athletes, fans, and staff at sporting events. Responsibilities include crowd control, monitoring entrances and exits, enforcing venue policies, and responding to emergencies. Sports security professionals work closely with law enforcement and event organizers to prevent and manage security threats. Strong situational awareness, communication skills, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in sports security?

To excel in Sports Security, you need a solid understanding of crowd control, incident response, safety protocols, and generally a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring additional security certifications. Familiarity with surveillance systems, access control technology, and two-way radio communication is often required. Strong situational awareness, communication, and conflict resolution skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring the safety of fans, athletes, and staff during sports events, as well as for managing potential emergencies effectively.

What are some common challenges faced by sports security professionals during events?

Sports Security professionals often face challenges such as managing large crowds, preventing unauthorized entry, and responding quickly to disturbances or emergencies. The role can involve long hours, working nights and weekends, and constant vigilance to ensure the safety of all attendees. Teamwork is essential, as security staff must coordinate closely with venue management, law enforcement, and emergency personnel. Successfully handling these challenges requires a calm demeanor, quick thinking, and a commitment to providing a safe event experience for everyone involved.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Sports Security jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Sports Security job openings:

Infographic showing various Sports Security job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,820 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Security Officer

Mercy Hospital

Durango, CO • On-site

$21.96 - $34.03/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Perform security duties such as locking/unlocking doors, controlling access, and assisting in emergency situations to maintain a safe hospital environment.

  • Respond to emergency codes, assist in investigations, and report incidents, unsafe conditions, and security breaches accurately and promptly.

  • Patrol the facility and grounds, monitor alarms, and dispatch security officers to locations as needed to ensure safety and security.


Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Security Officer, you will perform essential security duties under general supervision, helping to provide a safe and secure hospital environment for patients, employees, and visitors.

Every day you will lock/unlock doors, assist in the Emergency Department, remain alert for fire/safety hazards, control access to the facility, respond to all emergency codes, and help enforce hospital policies in accordance with established procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong observational skills, a professional demeanor, and the ability to respond effectively to emergency situations. Your commitment to maintaining a secure environment and adhering to hospital policies is essential.

  • Protecting staff, patients, and visitors by responding to calls for assistance in a timely and prudent manner. Calls may include incidents such as violent or unruly patients, visitors, crimes committed or in progress, or to emergency codes, and requests for opening doors. Patrol the facility and grounds by foot or vehicle; monitor security alarms and dispatch officers promptly to location(s) where needed; and report unsafe acts or conditions.
  • Knowledge of and ability to implement the measures necessary to safeguard an organization’s employees and visitors.
  • Reports HIPAA breaches if witnessed; investigates security breaches, conducts investigations, and writes incident reports.
  • Ensures that all activities are logged and that incident reports are accurately completed, clear, concise, legible, and submitted in a timely manner.
  • Reports all unsafe conditions or work hazards; aware of environment; uses common sense; adheres to patient/visitor identification policies.
  • Employ required tools, techniques, and technologies to minimize losses due to breaches of physical premises security.
  • Use appropriate emergency and radio codes in dispatching security officers while knowing hospital campus to ensure that dispatches are to the right location.
  • Participates appropriately in disaster drills; understands their role in emergency situations.
Job Requirements

Required

  • High School Diploma/G.E.D.
  • Six (6) months experience as security officer in a healthcare
    setting or Law enforcement or military service; or One (1) year
    experience as a security officer.
  • SECURITY:CA (Guard Card); BLS-CPR within 90 days

Preferred

  • International Association of Healthcare Security Services (IAHSS) Basic course within 90 days of employment.
  • If at any time facility obtains a company vehicle/golf cart and requires the position to operate a motor vehicle; guard will require AUTO:CA and DRVDMV within 30 days.
Where You'll Work

Mercy Hospital is an 82 bed, acute care hospital located in the scenic southwestern Colorado town of Durango. It is the only hospital in Colorado to be rated by Medicare with five stars for overall hospital quality. It is recognized for excellence in orthopedic and spine surgery and for outstanding patient experience and patient safety. Mercy has also received ten consecutive 'A' grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group. Our providers use state-of-the-art technology in an environment designed to promote wellbeing and healing of body, mind, and spirit. Among the many specialty services available at Mercy are emergency care (Level III trauma designation), surgical care, cardiac care (including interventional), Orthopedic and Spine Centers of Excellence, a Family Birthing Center, home care, hospice care and more. Durango offers an exceptional quality of life with small town charm, excellent schools, and year-round, world-class outdoor recreation opportunities including snow sports, river sports, hiking, biking, camping and more.

Qualifications:

Required

  • High School Diploma/G.E.D.
  • Six (6) months experience as security officer in a healthcare
    setting or Law enforcement or military service; or One (1) year
    experience as a security officer.
  • SECURITY:CA (Guard Card); BLS-CPR within 90 days

Preferred

  • International Association of Healthcare Security Services (IAHSS) Basic course within 90 days of employment.
  • If at any time facility obtains a company vehicle/golf cart and requires the position to operate a motor vehicle; guard will require AUTO:CA and DRVDMV within 30 days.
Employment Type: Full Time