Security Officer Museum Job at Colby College
Job Description
Department:
Museum Security
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Employee Type:
Job Summary:
The museum security officer will be directly responsible for protecting and safeguarding the museum collection, facilities, patrons, students, faculty, and staff. The Colby College Museum security officer will report to the museum security manager. This is a full-time position with benefits. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.
Security Officer (Colby College Museum of Art)
Office of Security
Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly, Staff Appointment
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work closely with museum staff in developing and implementing museum security procedures
- Monitor all museum patrons and ensure they adhere to museum protocols and policies
- Provide informational assistance and promote good public relations
- Maintain an alertness for suspicious activities
- Provide first response in an emergency, administering First Aid or CPR as necessary
- Work effectively with the public and provide excellent customer service and assistance
- Monitor museum CCTV, intrusion, and life safety systems
- Keep logs, security check lists, and art inventories on a daily basis
- Provide safety and security inspections of all areas of the museum once a month or as needed
- Report security violations and write incident reports when necessary
- Provide personal safety and security services for students, faculty, staff, and visitors
- Become thoroughly knowledgeable of the museum facility, CCTV, intrusion, life safety, and HVAC/mechanical systems
- Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education a plus
- Campus security and/or law enforcement experience preferred
- Must have or obtain and maintain, First Aid and CPR certifications
- Advanced First Aid or Emergency Medical Technician experience preferred
- Knowledge of museum security and intrusion/life safety systems is helpful
- Must present a neat, clean, and professional image
- Ability to be reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfill obligations
- Display a quiet and courteous customer friendly attitude at all times
- Ability to use a two-way radio
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with a high level of motivation
- Must be able to work independently, exercise judgment, and manage projects with minimal supervision as well as to adjust as new projects are assigned
- Basic computer skills including experience using Microsoft Office Suite, email, and web applications
- Ability to make an impact through work as a member of a team and diverse community
- Valid driver’s license required and must meet the College’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Reporting to the senior associate director of security, this position has ongoing interactions with museum patrons/visitors, students, faculty, and staff.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions.
General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary; walking, climbing stairs, standing, bending, and twisting is required. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Occasional lifting is required. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion and CCTV monitoring is also necessary.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Successful and satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) and a pre-employment health screening. All students, faculty, and staff who are present on campus must be vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19, unless granted an exemption or accommodation by the College.
TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby College website. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:
Security Officer Museum of Art - Search Committee
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855
A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
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