Overnight Security Guard

The Walker Art Center empowers people to experience the transformative possibilities of the art and ideas of our time and to imagine the world in new ways. In our over 125-year history, we have become one of the most celebrated art museums in the country, and we are known for our innovative presentations and acclaimed collections of contemporary art across the spectrum of the visual, performing, and media arts.

This role works within a team of security professionals who help to provide a safe and secure environment for the museum’s collections, properties, facilities, visitors, and staff while delivering superior customer service.

• Monitor galleries, public spaces, and other areas of the museum to help ensure the safety and security of visitors, staff, the collection, and Walker assets.
• Conduct routine rounds and foot patrols throughout the facility, including accessing rooftop areas, to identify and address security, safety, and building-related concerns.
• Observe visitor and staff activity, promptly reporting and documenting suspicious behavior, safety hazards, security incidents, or damage to artwork.
• Collaborate with Registration, Curatorial, Maintenance, and other departments to understand exhibition-specific security needs and maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Monitor the physical condition of the museum and communicate maintenance, safety, or security concerns to the appropriate staff.
• Operate and monitor security systems, including surveillance cameras, access-control systems, and fire and burglar alarm systems.
• Maintain familiarity with emergency procedures and take an active leadership role during medical emergencies, fires, bomb threats, power failures, and other crisis situations.
• Staff the Control Center as assigned.
• Communicate relevant incidents, concerns, and operational updates across Security shifts.
• Conduct key and access-card audits and accurately document the results.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• 2+ years’ related experience required.
• Professional demeanor and a strong customer service orientation are essential.
• Strong communication skills as well as the ability to work with diverse visitors/groups
• Excellent time management and decision-making skills.
• Ability to present a professional and courteous appearance to visitors and staff; exercise tact and diplomacy at all times and remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility, initiative, strong work ethic, and the highest level of integrity and professionalism
• Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with other Operations leadership and staff.
• Knowledge of computers, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel), preferred.
• Willing to become and maintain TSA certification
• CPR / First Aid Certified, or willing to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification

• Saturday 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM
• Sunday 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM
• Monday 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM
• Tuesday 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM

• Frequently required to patrol indoor and outdoor areas, including walking long distances and navigating steep stairs, ramps, and uneven outdoor surfaces in varying weather conditions.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the Walker campus, including galleries, offices, loading dock areas, and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
• Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods while monitoring security systems, surveillance cameras, alarms, and access control systems in the Control Center.
• Requires the ability to hear and respond to alarms, radio communications, telephones, and visitor or staff inquiries.
• Frequently required to communicate verbally and in writing, including preparing…