Security Guard - Part Time

Overview

Position:
Security Guard

Reports to:

Security Manager
Status:
Part-Time

The Museum Security Guard has general responsibility for public safety and the protection of works of art in the museum, historic sites, and on its campus. The role maintains order and secure conditions within the Museum and on the Museum campus. Duties include performing security patrols by foot, answering visitor inquiries, responding to emergencies according to defined procedures, and monitoring the movement of staff, visitors, assets, equipment, and materials.

The ideal candidate has strong customer service and communication skills and can interact with guests while ensuring the safety of the building.

• Continually patrol the museum galleries and campus properties, protecting the building and its contents from potential losses, theft, or vandalism
• Watch for and report irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking pipes, unsecured windows and doors; assist in safety checks of equipment
• Inform and assist visitors with museum guidelines, elevator access, and other questions or problems
• Respond to alarms when on duty and notify the appropriate chain of command as needed
• Sound alarms or call appropriate emergency response personnel as required
• Cooperate with police, fire, and other safety and law enforcement agencies on matters affecting the museum
• Prepare incident reports when necessary
• Answer freight bell and assist with deliver ies upon direction
• Assist with special event assignments
• Maintain a professional demeanor with visitors, staff, and volunteers
• Review and follow Standard Operating Procedures and Disaster Plan as directed
• Assist with light maintenance and housekeeping duties as assigned, including trash collection and clearing sidewalks of snow and ice
• Operate audio/visual equipment throughout the museum as requested
• Recommend procedures to enhance the security of staff, property, and public safety

• May assist with maintenance and housekeeping duties as needed
• Provide assistance with audio/visual equipment throughout the museum as requested
• May regulate pedestrian traffic to maintain orderly flow

Knowledge Knowledge of safety and security practices and procedures

Abilities Ability to observe and report security situations that are potentially hazardous or may cause loss to the Museum; prepare accurate reports based on observations; follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public; welcome and embrace differences among employees and visitors; perform effectively as a team member in carrying out the Museum’s Mission and Core Values;

present a professional image

Experience, Education, and Training Typically requires approximately six months of experience in security work, law enforcement, military, or art museum experience

Performs bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching from ground level to overhead, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds; may be subject to long periods of standing or walking while performing foot patrol of facilities

Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions when patrolling museum grounds or performing outside duties

Frequently required to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed depending on Art Museum exhibition schedules and other activities. Must successfully complete and pass a security background check