Supervisory Physical Security Specialist

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located within the Office of Protective Services (OPS), Undersecretary of Administration, Smithsonian Institution (SI). OPS is responsible for overseeing, a large museum/complex security program, and leading and providing protection throughout SI. More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

The Supervisory Physical Security Specialist oversees the security operations at multiple Smithsonian Institution Buildings in the DC area. This position is also responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and managing the programs and functions of several other centralized functions. In this position, you will: Assure through subordinate supervisors and managers, that assigned facilities develop and maintain comprehensive readiness of their protective staff to effectively cope with security issues coveringthe full spectrum of emergencies. Develop, organize, and/or direct all activities concerned with security and emergency planning programs at assigned SI museums/facilities. Prepare briefings and point papers to include security programs and procedures, budget and program planning data, manpower planning, contracting activities, and all other security information programs. Direct and coordinate the efforts of the development and maintenance of an effective crime prevention program, continually updating and reviewing practices and procedures.

Conditions of Employment Qualification requirements, including one year time-in-grade at the next lower grade level for promotion candidates, must be met within 30 days of the job announcement closing date. See the 'Required Documents' section for additional information. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on OPM Website.