Lead Security Officer

Qualifications
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service
Experience in a security or law enforcement capacity, including knowledge of security principles, policies, and procedures
Excellent communication and writing skills
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package, including vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, and retirement program options
Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Retirement Program
Competitive salary range: $55,+24 - $74,874 per year
Opportunities for advancement and professional development
Responsibilities
The Smithsonian Institution is seeking a Lead Security Officer to manage a team of security guards at one or more SI facilities
This position is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of SI property, staff, and visitors
Manage a team of security guards, providing administrative and technical supervision
Investigate and prepare reports of offenses, incidents, and complaints
Conduct security patrols, enforce security protocols, and respond to emergencies
Coordinate with local law enforcement and other security agencies as needed
Maintain accurate records and reports of security activities
Ability to assign, direct, and control the work of others
Relocation incentives may be authorized
Job description
Overview:
The Smithsonian Institution is seeking a Lead Security Officer to manage a team of security guards at one or more SI facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of SI property, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities:
• Manage a team of security guards, providing administrative and technical supervision
• Investigate and prepare reports of offenses, incidents, and complaints
• Conduct security patrols, enforce security protocols, and respond to emergencies
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and other security agencies as needed
• Maintain accurate records and reports of security activities
• Qualifications:
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service
• Experience in a security or law enforcement capacity, including knowledge of security principles, policies, and procedures
• Ability to assign, direct, and control the work of others
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Benefits:
• Comprehensive benefits package, including vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, and retirement program options
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Retirement Program
• Competitive salary range: $55,+24 - $74,874 per year
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Relocation incentives may be authorized
• Additional Information:
• The Smithsonian Institution is an equal opportunity employer. The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity. The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance: Criminal history inquiries, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy, Financial suitability, New employee probationary period, Privacy Act, Reasonable accommodation policy, Selective Service, Signature and false statements, Social security number request.