On-Call Security Officer - Special Events

Job Category
:
Security

Requisition Number
: ONCAL
001795

• Posted :
  October 30, 2026
• Part-Time

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The Audrey Jones Beck Building
5601 Main St
Houston, TX 77005, USA

The MFAH is an organization that is more than 100 years old and ranks nationally among the top 10 art museums in exhibition space, memberships, endowments, and attendance. The MFAH is a multifaceted institution comprising multiple gallery buildings, a sculpture garden, two art schools, and two house-museums for decorative arts. The encyclopedic collection numbers more than 70,000 works of art in a wide range of media.

As an employer, MFAH offers a supportive, collegial and inclusive work environment and competitive compensation for this specialized role.

The MFAH is seeking enthusiastic, dependable individuals who are eager to grow professionally and are looking to supplement their income in an inspiring environment. No security background required — we welcome candidates with a strong customer service mindset who are curious about hospitality, event operations, and museum security. The Museum Special Events Security Officer supports the safety of the Museum’s world‑class collections, facilities, and guests while delivering a welcoming experience for all visitors attending our robust special events calendar.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build real‑world skills, work alongside experienced staff, and be part of some of Houston’s most exciting cultural events — all on a flexible, on‑call schedule with irregular hours ideal for those balancing multiple priorities.

Major Special Events & Event Series (Past 12 Months)

• Night at the MFAH:
  Frida Forever (May 2026) – after‑hours event with live music, cocktails, and full gallery access tied to a major exhibition
• Spring Nights at the MFAH (Spring 2025) – evening social event series with extended hours
• Happy Hour Fridays – recurring evening social programming with performances and programming

Festival-Style & Large Public Events

• Winter Festival:
  Year of the Horse (Lunar New Year) (Feb 2026) – large‑scale, family‑friendly cultural festival with performances, food, and activities
• College Week – multi‑day engagement event for students with extended hours and programming
• Family Day at Bayou Bend & Rienzi – campus‑wide programming across multiple sites

Exhibition-Driven Events & Openings

• “Frida:
  The Making of an Icon” programs & events (Jan–May 2026) – talks, tours, and themed programming
• “Louvre Couture at MFAH” activation events (late 2025–early 2026) – fashion‑focused programming

Performance, Film & Cross-Disciplinary Events

• Movies Houstonians Love (Film Series) – curated film screenings and cinema programming

Educational, Talk & Community Events

• Youth Poetry Celebrations – live youth arts events
• Exhibition Talks & Lecture Series (e.g., “Looking North: Arctic Exploration in Print”)
• Gallery Talks & Drop-In Tours (ongoing, high-frequency programming)

Workshops, Retail & Auxiliary Events

• Art-Making Workshops / Glassell School Programs – hands‑on engagement events
• Spring Break Art-Making Programs – seasonal high-volume programming

What This Tells You

From a security staffing standpoint, MFAH “special events” fall into a few distinct categories:

1. High-attendance, after-hours events

Night at MFAH, Spring Nights

Require elevated security, alcohol monitoring, crowd flow control

Festivals, Family Days

Multi-location coverage, heavy guest services + security coordination

3. Exhibition-driven programming

Opening events, late nights, themed activations

Focus on gallery protection + VIP presence

4. Recurring programs

Lower intensity but high frequency

Important for You to Know

The museum hosts hundreds of events annually (many weekly/daily), and a…