Supervisory Physical Security Specialist (Commander)

National Gallery of Art; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 71,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC seeks a Supervisory Physical Security Specialist (Commander) to oversee security operations on a weekend/holiday schedule, ensuring protection of people and assets across the museum complex.

Reporting through the Office of Protection Services, the role evaluates procedures, coordinates with stakeholders, and develops plans for special events, emergency responses, and investigations, with a focus on policy compliance and staff performance.

Qualifications

• This position does not have an education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Supervises security operations for an assigned shift, ensuring compliance with policies and the protection of Gallery personnel, visitors, facilities, collections, and assets.
• Evaluates security procedures, staffing, deployments, and physical security measures; conducts inspections, assessments, and incident-trend analyses; and recommends operational improvements.
• Develops and monitors post instructions, emergency procedures, continuity measures, and security plans for special events and high-profile activities.
• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders.
• Reviews operational documentation and conducts or assists with administrative investigations to ensure effective, consistent, and policy-compliant security operations.
• Evaluates employee performance, provide constructive feedback, and implementing corrective action plans in accordance with organizational policies.

Job description

Supervisory Physical Security Specialist (Commander)

• Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Schedule: Weekends, Holidays and shift work are required.

We are the nation's art museum, home to a renowned collection of over 160,000 works of art from antiquity to today. Millions of people come through our doors each year—with even more online—making us one of the most visited art museums in the world. Located on the National Mall, admission to the West and East Buildings, Sculpture Garden, special exhibitions, and public programs is always free.

Key Responsibilities

This position is located within the Operations Section (AOP-OPS), Office of Protection Services (AOP), Administrator's Office, National Gallery of Art. The incumbent works under the general supervision of and reports to the Captain, who provides administrative direction and guidance on security, operations, policy and procedures; and takes direction from the Chief and Assistant Chief of Protection Services, who are also in the direct line of the position's chain of command.

Duties for this position include; Supervises security operations for an assigned shift, ensuring compliance with policies and the protection of Gallery personnel, visitors, facilities, collections, and assets. Evaluates security procedures, staffing, deployments, and physical security measures; conducts inspections, assessments, and incident-trend analyses; and recommends operational improvements.

Develops and monitors post instructions, emergency procedures, continuity measures, and security plans for special events and high-profile activities. Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders. Reviews operational documentation and conducts or assists with administrative investigations to ensure effective, consistent, and policy-compliant security operations.

Evaluates employee performance, provide constructive feedback, and implementing corrective action plans in accordance with organizational policies.

Requirements & Education

This position does not have an education requirement.

The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Gallery of Art, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $70623 – $101097/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-06.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Weekends, Holidays and shift work are required. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.