Security Special Response- DC,MD,VA

Garda World Security; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Life insurance options

Career growth opportunities

Uniform provided at no cost

Job summary

GardaWorld Security in Washington, DC area seeks a Tactical Security Guard to patrol diverse environments—retail, airports, detention centers—detect risks, verify identities, and respond swiftly to incidents.

The role requires standing and walking throughout shifts, passing extensive screenings, and potential travel across DC/MD/VA. GardaWorld offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), PTO, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• Pass an extensive screening process
• First aid certification is an asset
• Stand and walk for the entire shift
• Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience is a plus
• State license if required
• Visit various sites
• Maintain post standards and correct uniform
• Travel through DC, MD, VA
• Pass various background checks

Responsibilities

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• 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

Skills

Observation

Stamina

Situational awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

State license (if required)

First aid certification (asset)

Job description

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard?

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk, and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Security Officer – Tactical, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, detention centers, etc.

What’s in it for you:

• Site Location: DC, Maryland, Virgina
• Set schedule: Open availability for scheduling required for weekdays and weekends (Mornings, Evenings, and Overnights). Must be able to travel through DC, MD, and VA, Must be able to pass various background checks depending on site needs. This is a flex schedule not able to guarentee full time, however flexibility to work at more than one site can help increase the amount of hours given to new hires. Sites will consist of various settings with the main focus being on Bank settings.
• Competitive hourly wage of $22.85 to 26.00 / HR (DailyPay is available for GardaWorld employees!)
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities of Tactical Security Guard

• Patrol sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity
• Verify identities and control access to secure areas
• React quickly to threats or incidents
• Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
• 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

Qualifications of Tactical Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Be able to provide documentation of High School Diploma or GED
• Be able to ace (and pass) an extensive screening process
• First aid certification is an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• If you have Security, Military, Law Enforcement experience – even better!
• You have a state license if required
• Responsible for visiting various sites
• Ensure all officer are working the post to standard and in correct uniform
• Must be comfortable traveling through DC, MD, VA
• Must be able to pass Various Background check based on site needs

In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.

If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe.

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance, and even casual roles available.

It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment

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