Security Officer - Patrol

Location:

Watertown, MA

Schedule:

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 11:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Shift: Midday

Pay Rate: $19

• Patrol museum galleries and exhibition spaces on foot, including multiple stairwells
• Monitor for suspicious activity and report safety hazards or collection maintenance concerns
• Restrict unauthorized access to staff areas and engage professionally with museum visitors
• Maintain a visible presence to ensure the safety of guests and the security of artifacts
• Conduct routine checks of common areas, hallways, and climate‑controlled gallery spaces
• Respond to visitor inquiries, gallery disturbances, and emergency situations
• Write clear, detailed daily activity and incident reports regarding gallery conditions
• Ensure all museum access points and restricted collections areas remain secure

• Prior museum, gallery, or cultural institution security experience is a plus
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods and climb stairs regularly
• Strong observational, communication, and de‑escalation skills
• Professional and confident when enforcing museum policies and "no‑touch" rules
• Experience in hospitality, public‑facing, or high‑value asset security is helpful
• Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply

• Career advancement opportunities through
  
  Signals career progression ladder.
• Opportunities for additional hours, overtime and premium pay rates.
• Health Insurance and other supplemental insurances. (For full‑time employees)
• Paid training opportunities to develop advanced skills.