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Security Officer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Mount Vernon, OH - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 18 - 18
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (10 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
George Washingtons Mount Vernon is hiring Full-Time Security Officers (In Training) to support visitor safety estate security and customer service across its historic grounds and buildings
Position Overview
Security Officers maintain a professional presence ensure the safety of visitors and staff and respond to emergencies. The role includes both indoor and outdoor duties in historic settings with opportunities for paid training and a comprehensive benefits package
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay: $18.00/hour (increases to $20.00 after completing SCOP training)
- Hours:40 hours/week/overtime available
- Benefits: Medical dental life/disability insurance paid vacation retirement plan flexible spending account free parking store discounts
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a professional security presence and provide customer service at assigned posts
- Ensure safety and security of visitors staff and estate operations
- Respond to alarms emergencies and incidents; take immediate action to prevent harm or damage
- Provide accident/incident reports and maintain all required security certifications
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel
Minimum Qualifications
- Age: 21 years
- Education: High school diploma or GED
- Certification: Current Virginia D.C.J.S. SCOP registration; Fairfax County endorsement preferred
- Experience: Previous security/SCOP experience preferred
- Background: Must pass thorough background investigation by Fairfax County Police
- License: Valid drivers license with clean driving and police records
- Skills: Excellent verbal/written communication incident report writing customer service calm decision-making under pressure
- Flexibility: Ability to work weekends/holidays and non-traditional hours
Special Requirements
- May require extended standing/walking
- Must pass all background checks and training requirements
- Work in varied indoor/outdoor settings including historic buildings and public spaces
Work Environment: Roles involve patrolling surveillance and guest interaction in all weather conditions with potential for high activity periods
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the historic home of George and Martha Washington, located 13 miles south of Washington, DC. Guests can see the historic mansion, stately rooms, and outbuildings preserved to the year 1799, the last year of George Washington’s life. Owned and operat ... View more
