Evening Security Officer – Museum & Grounds

Glenstone Museum; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, long-term disability, and AD&D

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Glenstone Museum in Potomac, Maryland, invites applications for a Security Officer to protect staff, visitors and the world-class collection across 300+ acres and state-of-the-art facilities.

Key duties include access control, patrols, incident evaluation, and coordination from the Gatehouse to the control room. Requires reading/writing in English, valid driver’s license, and 24/7 readiness; Maryland Guard Card within 90 days may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write clearly in English and converse intelligently over the telephone and radio.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screening and a physical fitness test.
• Proficiency with electronic security systems and 24/7 emergency contact availability.
• Must maintain security and safety for staff, visitors, and property.

Responsibilities

• Monitor access control via security software platforms.
• Conduct regular patrols of buildings and grounds.
• Evaluate hazards and take action to protect people and property.
• Inspect doors, windows, gates, and locks; complete daily logs.
• Perform opening/closing procedures; arm/disarm alarms.
• Surveil security systems including cameras and alarms.
• Work in Gatehouse as first contact and access control point.
• Operate in the control room monitoring the 200+ acre site.
• Operate vehicles to transport staff and equipment on site.
• Ensure a welcoming environment for all visitors.

Skills

Cultural competence

Interpersonal communication

Planning

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Maryland Security Guard Card preferred

Maryland Security Guard Card required within 90 days

Tools

Access control systems

Intrusion detection systems

Video surveillance

Fire detection/suppression

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

Glenstone Museum in Potomac, Maryland, invites applications for a Security Officer to protect staff, visitors and the world-class collection across 300+ acres and state-of-the-art facilities.

Key duties include access control, patrols, incident evaluation, and coordination from the Gatehouse to the control room. Requires reading/writing in English, valid driver’s license, and 24/7 readiness; Maryland Guard Card within 90 days may be required.