Art Museum Security Supervisor: Lead Frontline Officers

New Jersey Tourism Industry Association; Princeton, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University is seeking a Cultural Property Security Supervisor to oversee museum security operations at the University Art Museum. The role involves supervising front-line security, coordinating staffing for events, and ensuring safety procedures are followed across exhibits and facilities.

The position requires managing shift transitions, training staff, and acting as on-site security authority when needed, with flexibility for various shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• Customer service oriented and able to interact professionally with campus community.
• Must have at least two years of supervisory experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Experience with security and life-safety systems is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide general security, personal safety, and customer services to the university community and protect university property.
• Provide leadership and oversight to front-line security officers and daily operations.
• Evaluate the performance of assigned security officers.
• Supervise access control, CCTV, fire and life-safety systems; manage emergency plans and responses.

Skills

Customer service

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Physical security experience

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Security surveillance systems

CCTV

Alarm systems

Access control

Job description

Princeton University is seeking a Cultural Property Security Supervisor to oversee museum security operations at the University Art Museum. The role involves supervising front-line security, coordinating staffing for events, and ensuring safety procedures are followed across exhibits and facilities.

The position requires managing shift transitions, training staff, and acting as on-site security authority when needed, with flexibility for various shifts and overtime.