Museum Guard

Work Schedule:

A flexible 10 to 15 hours per week, including weekends and occasional evening shifts for special events.

Work Type:
Onsite

Salary Range:
Targeted salary $13.00/hr based on experience

Benefits Provided:
No

Required Attachments:
Resume, Cover Letter

Do you enjoy looking at art? Do you want to go to work every day in a building that’s a work of art itself? Do you want to be surrounded by a team of creative individuals? Do you enjoy enforcing rules in a friendly manner? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art might be the perfect place for you!

The museum offers a unique workplace where friendly and creative staff members work together to build a museum atmosphere that welcomes every visitor. The ideal candidate is a compassionate, motivated, energetic team member who values the arts and is dedicated to protecting our priceless works of art with the utmost care and attention.

• Safeguard the museum’s art collection and facility while the pieces are on display.
• Provide accurate information about the museum to visitors with courtesy and professionalism.
• Contribute to a welcoming and accommodating atmosphere for guests.
• Ensure guests follow safety guidelines for the protection of art, building, staff, and visitors.
• Aid museum staff as directed by Super‑visors during events that may affect the collection or facility.
• Work with museum staff and visitors daily in a team‑oriented manner.
• Show flexibility to work weekends, nights, and occasional holidays.
• Operate two‑way radio and observe proper radio etiquette.
• Assist with set‑up and take‑down of equipment for museum functions, special events, and other programs.

Required

Education:

GED/High School Graduate

Skills:

• Effective use of a two‑way radio for broadcasting and receiving information.
• Strong teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Fluent English communication—speaking, reading, writing—clear and concise.
• Build rapport quickly with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Excellent public relations skills.
• Willingness to wear and maintain uniforms and adhere to grooming standards.
• Excellent observational skills.

Certifications: None

Physical Requirements:

• Capable of climbing, crouching, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, and repetitive motions.
• Move, touch, and manipulate objects including hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Communicate and hear detailed information orally and perceive color, depth, or clarity.
• Stand and move for several hours at a time.

Departmental Preferences:

• Experience with art or museum environments.
• Security experience in a public institution.

Supervision: No supervisory duties

Special Instructions: If selected, the position requires compliance with the University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. The policy can be viewed at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University values unique talents, perspectives, and experiences and encourages innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression, age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or veteran status in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check? Yes

Special Indications:
Hiring contingent upon police records check