Unarmed Security Officer – Retail

Company: Blueline Security Services LLC

Location: Northwest Washington, DC

Position: Unarmed Security Officer

Pay Rate: $21.00–$23.00 per hour

Schedule: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Breaks: One-hour meal break and one 15-minute break

Position Overview

Blueline Security Services is seeking a professional, reliable, and alert Unarmed Security Officer for a busy retail location in Northwest Washington, DC. The officer will be stationed primarily at the front of the store and will be responsible for maintaining a visible security presence, observing activity, reporting concerns, and helping deter theft and other security issues. This is a fast-paced retail environment with significant foot traffic. The ideal candidate must be able to remain focused, calm, professional, and alert throughout the entire shift.

Job Duties

• Maintain a visible security presence at the front of the store.
• Observe customers, employees, and activity throughout the retail environment.
• Deter theft, unauthorized activity, and other security concerns.
• Report suspicious activity, incidents, and safety concerns promptly.
• Remain alert and focused throughout the entire shift.
• Stay calm and professional under pressure.
• Work effectively in a high-paced retail environment with heavy foot traffic.
• Complete required reports and documentation accurately.
• Follow all Blueline Security Services and client post orders.
• Provide professional customer service while maintaining appropriate security awareness.

Position Requirements

• Must possess a valid Washington, DC Security Officer License.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be available to work the 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM schedule.
• Must be reliable and on time for every shift.
• Must be able to stand and remain on your feet for extended periods of time.
• Must remain alert, attentive, and focused throughout the entire shift.
• Must be able to handle a high-paced environment with significant foot traffic.
• Must be able to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Strong observation and communication skills required.
• Must maintain a clean, well-groomed, and professional appearance at all times.
• Uniform must be clean, complete, properly fitted, and worn correctly for every shift.
• Uniform and overall appearance must remain on point throughout the entire shift.
• Must report to work in full uniform and ready to work.
• No personal cell phone use while on duty. Cell phones may only be used for work-related purposes.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Prior retail security experience is preferred but not required.

Employment Opportunities with Blueline

Blueline Security Services provides professional security services to large corporations, small businesses, residential communities, and financial institutions throughout the Washington Metropolitan area. We are interested in security-minded professionals who demonstrate impeccable character, professionalism, reliability, and accountability. When hiring personnel, we look for individuals who demonstrate high moral character and take pride in providing quality security services. We combine thorough background checks with drug testing to ensure our employees meet our standards and the expectations of our clients.

Blueline Security Services offers:

• Competitive wages
• Job satisfaction and opportunities for professional growth
• Health benefits
• Professional training and support

Minimum Employment Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be 21 years of age or older
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Provide prior employment references
• Maintain a clean driving record and criminal background
• Successfully pass a background check
• Successfully pass a drug test
• Possess and maintain any required security licensing for the position

Professionalism Is Required

At Blueline Security Services, our officers represent both Blueline and our clients. Professional appearance, punctuality, proper uniform standards, communication, alertness, and following post orders are essential parts of the job. If you are dependable, professional, security-minded, and ready to work in a busy retail environment, we encourage you to apply.