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Security Guard

Smithsonian Institution · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

📍 Multiple Locations 💰 $46610 – $69565/yr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Smithsonian Institution
Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Location: Multiple Locations
Salary: $46610 – $69565/yr
Schedule: Full-Time, Permanent
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: FEW
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-10-08
Application Deadline: 2026-10-23

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Job Summary

The Smithsonian Institution is a diverse museum and research complex dedicated to the increase and diffusion of knowledge. This position is located in Smithsonian Institution, Office of Protection Services. The Office of Protection Services (OPS) is responsible for overseeing, a large museum/complex law enforcement and security program, and leading and providing protection throughout the Smithsonian Institution.

Key Responsibilities

The Security Guard position provides physical protection of museum property and grounds and enforces Institution rules regarding safety and protection of staff and visitors within the Institution's boundaries. In this position, you will: Enforce a wide variety of federal and local laws, rules and regulations. Remain alert for unusual conditions and incidents. Deny admission to unauthorized persons. Prevents unauthorized removal of facility property.

Patrol to prevent or detect and deal with break-ins and trespassers, parking lost thefts and vandalism.

Requirements & Education

There are no education requirements for this position.

Benefits

The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options. Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.

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 Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/

Contact

BrownleeST@si.edu · 202-633-6409

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Smithsonian Institution , Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $46610 – $69565/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full-Time, Permanent position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.