Must have a minimum 2 years of physical security experience.
Military, Law Enforcement, and security experience (particularly in high-traffic public venues or screening environments) are preferred
Necessary Knowledge and Skills
Situational Awareness: Must be keenly alert at all times to see, hear, and smell in order to respond to alarms and detect emergency situations, alerting all employees and other team members to possible threats or situations requiring immediate attention.
Physical Demands: Must be able to perform essential functions of the position, which may include long periods of sitting, walking, standing, and climbing stairs. Must be able to stand for extended periods, especially during screening operations.
Professional and Interpersonal Skills: Possess excellent and effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public.
Conduct and Character: Must demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior, acting with honesty in all situations. This role requires being self-motivated and having the ability to take ownership of one's duties.
Teamwork: The ability to be a team player is a must, respecting teamwork dynamics and collaborating effectively with colleagues. A strong attention to detail is required for accurate reporting and observation.
Supervision
No direct reports
Salary Information
The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparen
Benefits
Vision insuranceFlexible schedule
Additional Information
How You'll Contribute
The National Geographic Society headquarters, based in Washington, D.C., is undergoing a significant renovation project on its campus (called Base Camp), which will be completed in 2026. The public-facing portion of this renovation will be the new National Geographic Museum of Exploration. Components of the new museum will include a state-of-the-art pavilion entrance, auditorium, iconic photo gallery, exhibition space, immersive walk-through attraction, retail, food and beverage, education center, archives, tours, and exciting new event space. The capstone of the renovation is a one-of-a-kind nighttime experience in the courtyard.
Our department prides itself on the high level of security it provides, both visible and behind the scenes. Your job as a Security Officer is to deter crime by your mere presence via regular patrols, acute attention to detail, reasonable sound judgment and prompt communication of security breaches or concerns. Your main job will be to provide top-quality security for employees, guests, and assets, including screening station duties, entry points, patrols, and emergency response. A high level of enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a welcoming attitude are essential.. A flexible work schedule is required for this position which includes working 3 shift variations which may include, days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, reporting for duty at short notice, and overtime.
Ngs · Washington, DC