Security Officer; Part-Time

Position Summary

The Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of the museum’s 175,000 sq. ft. facility. This role is key in maintaining a secure environment for the museum’s collections, properties, facilities, visitors, and staff, while also delivering exceptional customer service. The Security Officer works closely with the Chief of Security, Security Manager and Security Assistant Manager to manage security operations.

• Visually, electronically, and audibly monitors a variety of assigned areas and grounds by working in various assignments including but not limited to roving inside the facilities and other appropriate locations.
• Verbally de‑escalate situations to ensure the safety of fellow employees and guests.
• Assists in properly responding to a variety of emergencies or disasters in order to preserve life and property, including but not limited to fire safety, active shooter protocol.
• Examines doors, windows, and other areas of the store to determine they are secure.
• Reports and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, etc. in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Warns violators of rule infractions and may apprehend or expel violators.
• Notifies on‑site individuals of visitors wishing to see them.
• Routinely checks heating, lighting, sprinkler, security, ventilation, fire, etc., systems to make sure they are operational.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Unarmed Security Guard Licensure from CLEET required.
• 3+ years full‑time professional security, law enforcement or military experience. Law enforcement experience preferred.
• Must pass background check and regulatory screening requirements.
• A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years.
• Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers, and clients.
• Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
• Must have high attention to detail, strong interpersonal and communication skills, sound judgment and decision‑making, and ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by First Americans Museum.

The Security Officer reports to the Chief of Security, Security Supervisor, and the Security Officer Lead(s).

The Security Officer is to adhere to the policies and ethics of FAM at all times. Employee shall wear the Security uniform as per policy and ask for assistance on any matters or answers to any questions not covered by this job description.

Dexterity enough to use a keyboard and telephone; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds; may be subject to extended periods of walking, standing, sitting, reaching, balancing, bending, kneeling, handling, feeling, climbing, and twisting; and vision, speech, and hearing sufficient to perform the essential tasks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

First Americans Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.