Evening Museum Security Specialist

Walker Art Center; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Walker Art Center seeks a part-time Security professional to help safeguard the museum, its collections, and visitors. You will monitor galleries, respond to incidents, and coordinate with maintenance and registrars to ensure safety and security across exhibitions.

The position requires a proactive, customer-focused approach with strong communication and decision-making skills, plus familiarity with security systems. Weekend/odd-hour coverage is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in security are required.
• Professional demeanor and a strong customer service orientation are essential.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse visitors/groups are needed.
• Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to stay calm in emergencies or stressful situations.
• Working knowledge of security systems, monitoring equipment, and access control is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security of the museum and collection; monitor galleries and assets.
• Coordinate with maintenance, registrars, and curators to ensure safety.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in control center operations as assigned.
• Conduct rounds and audits of keys, proxies, and facility security.
• Ensure the facility procedures and emergency protocols are followed.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Communication

Decision making

Security systems

Time management

Professional appearance

Flexibility

Collaboration

MS Office

Tools

Access control systems

Job description

The Walker Art Center seeks a part-time Security professional to help safeguard the museum, its collections, and visitors. You will monitor galleries, respond to incidents, and coordinate with maintenance and registrars to ensure safety and security across exhibitions.

The position requires a proactive, customer-focused approach with strong communication and decision-making skills, plus familiarity with security systems. Weekend/odd-hour coverage is required.