Special Police Officer (SPO)

Company: Hospitality Staffing Solutions, LLC
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description HSS is the largest staffing agency focused on hospitality staffing. We work every day to match people looking for work with: Hotels, Resorts, Banquet Halls, Colleges & Universities, Event Spaces, Medical Facilities, and more. HSS is recruiting for Special Police Officer (SPO) roles for a museum located in the Downtown area of Washington, DC. The SPO Responsibilities Include: • Observe and report safety concerns, security breaches and unusual circumstances while performing self-inspections of secure facilities, evaluate findings and take corrective action. As an SPO you are expected to deter, detect, and prevent incidents in a professional manner. You must preserve order and act to enforce policies and procedures. Hourly building patrols using an automated patrol tracking system will be required which includes walking on uneven surfaces and climbing of stairs. (50%) • Respond to calls for emergency matters. Perform rescue functions involving accidents, emergencies and disasters. During high stress situations you are to maintain poise during crisis situations and handle them calmly and efficiently. You may have to assume an initial command post; may be required to act as on-scene commander until such time a higher-ranking official arrives on scene. You are expected to stay over to help the Security team during times of emergencies and staff shortages until properly relieved by your Supervisor. (20%) • Operate and monitor security screening systems to ensure all individuals entering designated areas are screened appropriately. Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor while conducting screenings, ensuring safety and compliance without disrupting visitor experience. Perform secondary screening if alerts are triggered and coordinate with supervisors for incident escalation as needed. Maintain screening equipment responsibly and report malfunctions or irregularities promptly. (30%) REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Required High School Diploma. Minimum Years and Type of Experience Must have a minimum of 2 years of physical security experience. Military, Law Enforcement, and security experience (particularly in high-traffic public venues or screening environments) are preferred. Necessary Knowledge and Skills Certifications and Experience: Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to be commissioned as an Unarmed Special Police Officer by the District of Columbia within 1 month of hire. Prior experience with access building control systems and familiarity with walkthrough metal detectors, handheld wands, or other screening technologies are preferred. Situational Awareness: Must be keenly alert at all times to see, hear, and smell in order to respond to alarms and detect emergency situations, alerting all employees and other team members to possible threats or situations requiring immediate attention. Physical Demands : Must be able to perform essential functions of the position, which may include long periods of sitting, walking, standing, and climbing stairs. Must be able to stand for extended periods, especially during screening operations. Professional and Interpersonal Skills: Possess excellent and effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public. Conduct and Character: Must demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior, acting with honesty in all situations. This role requires being self-motivated and having the ability to take ownership of one’s duties. Teamwork : The ability to be a team player is a must, respecting teamwork dynamics and collaborating effectively with colleagues. A strong attention to detail is required for accurate reporting and observation Compensation The pay range for this position is $20-$21 per hour. This range represents the minimum and maximum pay that Hospitality Staffing Solutions reasonably and in good faith believes it will pay for this role at the time of posting. Benefits This is a Direct Hire position with our client. Our client offers medical, dental and vision insurance for their employees. In addition to disability, life, critical illness, and accident insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance Program and Professional Development opportunities Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance 401K plan with a 50% match up to the first 8% Paid Time off 15 days 1st year, including 10 sick days, 12 paid holiday and a Closure between 12/25-1/01 Application Process & Deadline Apply at: https://www.hssstaffing.com/job - board/?rpid=1521962 &postid=moVw3dcLUsU Applications accepted until the position is filled. Hospitality Staffing Solutions (HSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications—without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Keywords: Hospitality Staffing Solutions, LLC, North Bethesda , Special Police Officer (SPO), Human Resources , Washington, Maryland