DC Security Officers / Special Police Officers
Part-timeSecuritas Security Services USA, Inc.
Washington, DCFull-time / Part-time$22–26/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
Securitas Security Services USA is hiring Security Officers and Special Police Officers in Washington, DC. The role involves observing and reporting activity at client sites, protecting property, and responding to incidents. Full- and part-time positions are available across first, second, and third shifts, with weekend availability required. The posting lists an active DC SO/SPO license and English proficiency among its requirements; security experience is preferred.
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Full job description
DC Security Officers (SO) / Special Police Officers (SPO)
Are you interested in being part of our Security Team?
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Apply quickly and efficiently online
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Weekly pay
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Growth opportunities within the company
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Health, dental, vision, and more!
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Employee referral bonus program
Requirements
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Must have an active DC SO / SPO License
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Must be 21 or older
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2-3 years security experience preferred
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Pass a drug screen and background check
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Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Become a Key Player in Our Security Team!
Position: Security Officer / Special Police Officer (Full and Part Time Positions Available)
Shift: 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts available (must be able to work weekends)
Pay Range: $22.00 to $26.00 per hour
What We’re Looking For:
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Exceptional Customer Service Skills: Be the friendly face and first point of contact.
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Excellent Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication is essential.
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Physical Endurance: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
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Flexibility: Must be available for weekend shifts.
Your Responsibilities:
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Ensure Safety: Observe and report activities at client site.
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Protect Property: Provide security and safety for client property and respond to incidents.
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Maintain Vigilance: Frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and navigating uneven terrain.
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Handle Physical Demands: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
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Make an Impact at Securitas USA
Securitas USA employees come from all walks of life, bringing a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives. United by a shared purpose, we help make the world a safer place. We provide security services to meet the unique needs of our clients to help safeguard their people and assets.
At Securitas USA, our core values are the foundation of everything we do. Represented by the three red dots in our logo, Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness guide how we serve our clients, support our colleagues, and engage with our communities.
Integrity
We act with honesty, accountability, and professionalism in everything we do, and we foster a culture where transparency, respect, and ethical behavior are expected.
Vigilance
We stay alert, aware, and attentive to our surroundings. Through observing and reporting, our employees help identify potential risks and respond to situations that may impact safety and security.
Helpfulness
We are approachable and service-oriented, whether assisting a client, colleague, or member of the community.
Securitas USA is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Reasonable Accommodation: Securitas USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Securitas USA will take steps to assure the people with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].
How this job compares
Set against the 1,643 open Security Officer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$22–26/hr
- US median$20–21/hr1,191 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $24/hr, is 15% above the US median midpoint ($21/hr) — in the middle half of Security Officer hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 12 open Security Officer jobs in Washington, D.C. and 1,643 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
- Allied Universal499 open
- Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. (this employer)276 open
- GardaWorld145 open
- Experience
- Security Officer postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (523 postings).
- Education
- 25 of the 1,643 open Security Officer jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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