Part-Time Security Specialist - 2nd Shift

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Date Posted:
Sep 1, 2026

Requisition

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites:
The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) is a statewide museum system with 12 locations, including a central museum based in Indianapolis. Our mission is to ignite wonder, inspire curiosity, reveal stories and create connections. Our values are Interconnectivity, Integrity, Stewardship, and Transparency. First among our strategic priorities is to engage and serve an expanded and diverse audience through transformative experiences:
Collections. Exhibits. Programs.

Role Overview
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The Part-Time Security Specialist (2nd Shift) is responsible for helping maintain a safe and secure environment for Indiana State Museum & Historic Sites (ISMHS) employees, visitors, collections, exhibits, facilities, and state property during overnight operations. The primary responsibilities include conducting routine interior and exterior security patrols; monitoring surveillance cameras, access control, intrusion detection, fire/life-safety, and other security systems; responding appropriately to alarms, emergencies, suspicious activity, and security-related incidents;

securing and monitoring designated areas of the facility; assisting with after-hours contractors and authorized personnel; completing Daily Activity Reports and Incident Reports; and promptly communicating significant security, safety, maintenance, or operational concerns to the Shift Lead and Security Management. The position may also assist with monitoring alarms and security-related activity involving ISMHS historic sites and coordinating with appropriate emergency responders when required by established procedures.

This is a part-time, 2nd shift position within a Security Department that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

This 2nd shift position has a set schedule of the following days:

Sunday - 5pm to 12am

Monday - 4pm to 12am

Tuesday - 4pm to 12am

Wednesday - 4pm to 12am

Salary Statement
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This position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $16.73 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

• Regular work hours will primarily consist of evening/2nd-shift assignments.
• Weekend availability may be required as part of the established work schedule.
• The position may be scheduled on state-recognized holidays.
• Availability for museum programs, special events, high-attendance days, and other operational needs may occasionally be required.
• Additional hours may be available or required because of employee call-offs, staffing shortages, special events, emergencies, or other operational circumstances.
• Employees may occasionally be asked to remain beyond their scheduled shift until appropriate relief arrives.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential because Security operations require continuous staffing and adequate coverage.
• Although primarily assigned to 2nd shift, temporary schedule adjustments may occasionally be necessary based on departmental operational needs.

• Reliability and Dependability – Demonstrates consistent attendance, punctuality, professionalism, and the ability to maintain dependable overnight security coverage.
• Situational…