Protection Services

Open Date 02/10/2026

Requisition Number PRN
16758N

Job Title Facilities Security Specialists

Working Title Protection Services

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level S1 - Entry Level Support

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 1-19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Assigned shifts vary dependent upon other staff members.

Hours of operation:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30am-6:00pm
• Wednesday 7:30am-9:00pm
• Saturday & Sunday 9:30am-6:00pm

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00073 - Utah Museum of Fine Arts

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range 13.65

Close Date 05/08/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment.

The UMFA is the state and the University fine arts museum, serving as a vital cultural resource for Utah and the broader region. Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and collections, the UMFA advances understanding of the visual arts and their role in shaping and reflecting the human experience.

Protection Services is responsible for protecting the art and delivering excellent customer service while making sure all policies and procedures are followed by visitors, staff, volunteers, and colleagues.

Building Security and Safety:
Secure UMFA buildings to prevent theft and property damage by locking and unlocking doors, turning off lights and electrical devices after hours, and applying preventive measures to minimize hazards. Ensure guests understand and follow museum rules to protect the UMFA’s collection.

Patrols and Surveillance:
Conduct regular patrols of the UMFA, inspecting doors, windows, and controlled spaces to check for damage to the collection, building maintenance needs, and any other changes to the environment. Camera and security systems monitoring is also a part of daily surveillance.

Emergency Response and Support:
Assist the Fire Department and First Responders during emergencies by unlocking buildings for entry, helping with crowd control, applying first-aid, and contacting University Police when necessary.

Customer Service and Community Support:
Work closely with other front of house teams, management, and the public to ensure a secure, friendly, and welcoming experience for all visitors to UMFA, fostering a collaborative and positive atmosphere.

Log Maintenance and Incident Reporting:
Maintain accurate logs of security activities and incidents, report potential security issues to department heads, and any illegal behavior to University Police.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

• Facilities Security Specialist, I:
  Requires little to no related experience.

• Some customer service experience;
• one year security experience or equivalency;
• successfully pass a background check;
• demonstrated communications skills; and a commitment to providing excellent customer service required.
• A valid Utah Driver’s License preferred.
• CPR and AED certification preferred.

Please include a list of availability and/or a class schedule.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at  for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions.

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