Security Officer- Open Availability Needed

GardaWorld • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

GardaWorld Security Services is hiring a Surveillance Security Officer for high-traffic, mixed-use commercial buildings and a public transit hub in Washington, DC. The officer will monitor for threats in settings such as security operations centers, call centers, and parking gatehouses, and will need strong observation skills and attention to detail.

The role calls for an adaptable, vigilant officer who can move between visitor engagement, including providing directions and information; event crowd control; and proactive patrols across multiple floors. The officer is expected to maintain a calm, authoritative presence during public encounters. Scheduling varies according to site needs, and the employee must have open availability to work any schedule. Weekends are required. The position requires 16 hours of on-the-job training; full-time hours are not guaranteed.

The starting wage is $24.44 per hour. Benefits may depend on hours worked and the contract, and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer matching contributions, paid time off, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options. A uniform is provided at no cost, and career growth opportunities are available.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent (GED).
• Ability to pass an extensive screening process.
• At least 2 years of Security, Military, and/or Law Enforcement experience.
• Active DC security license.
• At least 21 years of age, as required by applicable law or contractual requirements.
• Experience using Microsoft applications or Google applications, security systems, and Incident/DAR reports.
• Open availability to work any schedule, including weekends.
• Complete 16 hours of on-the-job training.

Nice To Haves

• Strong observation skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptability and vigilance in a fast-paced, multi-use environment.
• Ability to maintain a calm and authoritative presence during diverse public encounters.

Responsibilities

• Patrol sensitive areas to identify suspicious activity.
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas.
• Respond quickly to threats or incidents.
• Check that alarms and cameras are functioning properly.
• Document incidents and actions taken.
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks.
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents.
• Ensure the safety and protection of individuals and property.
• Engage with visitors by providing directions and information.
• Manage event crowd control and conduct proactive building patrols across multiple floors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, depending on hours worked and contract.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, depending on hours worked and contract.
• Paid time off (PTO), depending on hours worked and contract.
• Paid holidays, depending on hours worked and contract.
• Disability coverage, depending on hours worked and contract.
• Life insurance options, depending on hours worked and contract.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Uniform provided at no cost.
• DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED