Guards for hire in Denver, CO

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills13%
    Organizational Skills11%
    Time Management9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED72%
    Bachelor's degree15%
    Associate's degree13%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year4%
    1-2 years4%
    3-5 years14%
  • Current company

    Allied Universal
    American Guard Services
    Covenant Aviation Security
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year27%
    1-2 years22%
    2-5 years30%

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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Guard: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Denver, CO: $75,684 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $64,669$88,576 yearly

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  • Security Guard

    Aurora, Colorado

    Licenses & certifications

    DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPRCDL aElectric Pallet Jack Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsOrganizational Skills
  • Security guard

    Golden, Colorado

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardTIPSDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsBarista Experience
  • Lead Security Guard Unarmed

    Englewood, Colorado

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DGuard CardFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseCertified Medical AssistantCMT+10 more

    Skills

    Personal Assistant ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipPersonal Care Home ExperienceAnalysis SkillsTime Management
  • Unarmed Security Guard

    Denver, Colorado

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDWireman LicenseFirst Aid CertificationPERC CardOSHA 10Driver's License+4 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsBiological HazardsSurveillance EquipmentSurveillance MonitoringCCTV System Operation (AV)Video Surveillance
  • Security Guard

    Westminster, Colorado

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardCDLAEDPersonal Lines LicenseFirst Aid CertificationDriver's License+3 more

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis Skills
  • Security Guard

    Denver, Colorado

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardAEDClass D SecurityTrauma CounselingPERC CardExperience Working with Individuals with Trauma-Related Disorders+3 more

    Skills

    Customer ServiceCustomer SupportHome Health Care AssistanceHome CareHome HealthProductivity Software

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What's the average time to fill a guard role?

The average time to fill a guard role is 47 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do guards tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a guard include: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for a guard?

Common licenses or certifications for guards include: Driver's License, Guard Card and CPR.

What are some job titles related to guards?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to guards include: security guard, security guard and flex security officer.

What level of education is common for a guard?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a guard in Denver, CO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a guard?

Most guards have 14 years of professional experience.

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