Comstock Companies

Develops and manages mixed-use properties in DC

Security Officer

Security Guarding & PatrolPosted on Nov 9

Full-timeWashington, DC, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma is required.
The candidate must be a security officer certified by the District of Columbia.
At least one year of experience in a customer-service-related field is required.
A valid driver's license without major violations is required.
The candidate must be flexible to work after hours and weekends as needed.
The candidate must have strong problem-solving, time-management, and communication skills.
The candidate must be credible and trustworthy and operate with a high degree of integrity.
The candidate must hold themselves and others accountable and strive for excellence.
The candidate must be customer-focused and results-oriented.
The candidate must be willing to continuously learn and develop.
The candidate must have exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills.
The candidate must be able to establish strong working relationships in a team setting.
The candidate must be able to multitask and prioritize tasks with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
The candidate must be self-directed and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
The candidate must be able to stand for long periods; walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and reach; and push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.
The candidate must be able to work with continuous repetitive motions and under variable temperature and noise conditions, indoors and outdoors, and around fumes, hazards, dust, mite hazards, chemicals, and biohazards.

Responsibilities

Complete an hourly patrol route of the property using the security system.
Control access for guests, tenants, and vendors.
Prevent property damage and conduct routine foot patrols in and around the building.
Observe and report safety concerns.
Issue banning notices to rule violators, maintain files for the notices, and notify management when necessary.
Maintain the appearance of the two plaza kiosks.
Enforce the policy prohibiting dogs on the plaza.
Keep information such as Kiss N Ride details, contact phone numbers, and rules of conduct updated and communicate it to guests as needed.
Report unknown work occurring at the property to management.
Immediately notify Park X, commercial property management, and residential property management when vehicles park illegally on the plaza.
Tell guests that fire access areas must remain accessible for fire trucks and ambulances.
Close loading dock doors as needed and report concerns to management.
At Reston and Loudoun Station, assist the Marketing team before, during, and after events as needed.
At Reston Station, manage the valet and ensure cars are not parked on the plaza or down ramp.
At Reston Station, ensure the plaza marketing plan is followed during special events.
At Reston Station, manage traffic entering the plaza and keep it moving.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Overview

The Security Officer for ParkX Management ensures that the facility is run smoothly, safely, cleanly, and is a good experience for residents, tenants, and guests.

Key Responsibilities

Complete hourly patrol route of the property using the security system
Access control for guests, tenants and vendors
Ensure no property is being damaged
Conduct of routine foot patrols in and around building.
Perform other duties as assigned
Observation and reporting of safety
Issue Banning notices to rule violators
Maintain file for Ban Notices and notify management when necessary
Maintain the appearance of the two plaza kiosks
Enforce the “no dogs on the plaza” policy
Keep updated information (e.g., Kiss N Ride, Contact Phone #’s, Rules of Conduct) and communicate to guests as needed
Report any unknown work that is occurring at the property to management
If anyone parks illegally on the plaza, notify Park X, Commercial property management, and Residential property management immediately
Communicate to guests that we must keep the fire access areas accessible for fire trucks and ambulances
Close loading dock doors as needed
Report any concerns to management
Reston and Loudoun Station: Assist the Marketing team before, during, and after events as needed
Reston Station: Manage the valet; ensure that cars are not being parked on the plaza or on the down ramp
Reston Station: For Special event, ensure that the plaza marketing plan is followed
Reston Station: Manage traffic coming onto the plaza and keep it moving

Qualifications

High School Diploma
Must be certified security officer by the District of Columbia
Minimum of at least 1 year experience in customer-service related field
Valid driver's license without major violations
Flexibility to work after hours and weekends, as needed
Outgoing personality with ability to relate to diverse group of people and build/maintain strong relationships
Strong sense of urgency
Strong problem-solving, time management and communication skills
Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity
Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence
Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation
Must be customer-focused and results-oriented
Must want to continuously learn and develop
Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills
Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach
Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds
Continuous repetitive motions
Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards

Benefits

Compensation:Benefit Package:401K Match

Career Development
- Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio

Employee Perks (to name a few):
- Free Parking and EV charging
- Parental Leave Program
- Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration

*Note benefits vary depending on the function of your role

The wage range listed for this position reflects a reasonable estimate and considers multiple factors that influence compensation decisions. These may include, but are not limited to, your skills, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and the specific needs of the organization. The posted range does not reflect adjustments for geographic differentials tied to where the role may be filled.

At Comstock, it is not typical for a new hire to start at or near the top of the posted range. Compensation is determined based on the unique circumstances of each candidate.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Any award under this program is subject to its rules and may depend on individual and organizational performance.

DC Compensation Range

$19—$20 USD

DC Compensation Range 19 - 20 USD

About the Company

Comstock Companies

Develops and manages mixed-use properties in DC

Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. specializes in developing and managing mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region, offering asset management, property management, development, and construction management services. The company's main technologies/methods include mixed-use and transit-oriented development, asset management, property management, and construction management services.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Reston, Virginia
Founded: 1985

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