Meadow Brook Estate Museum Security Guard

Oakland University; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University is seeking a casual/temporary Security position at Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester, MI. The role focuses on guarding the building, grounds, and collections during facility rental events.

Responsibilities include securing the building at the end of events and ensuring safety for occupants and assets. Position is up to 19 hours per week, works primarily nights and weekends, with a start date of 05/15/2026.

Qualifications

• HS graduation or equivalent.
• Knowledge, experience or background in security, law enforcement, or related field.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn methods of proper art object handling & security of historic buildings and interiors.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license & a driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier. Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include security of the building, grounds, and collections during facility rental events.
• This position is responsible for closing/securing the building at the conclusion of events.

Skills

Security awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

Position Number

Position Number E43726

Requisition No.

Requisition No. TC06376

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Salary Range/Pay Rate $15.00/hour

Benefits of Working at Oakland University

No benefits associated with this position; this position reports to the Associate Director of Visitor Services & Security.

Employee Group/Grade

Employee Group/Grade Casual

Job Category

Job Category Casual /Temporary

Casual/Temp Classification

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Casual (19hrs or less, No Benefits )

Shift/Days

Work schedule is primarily nights and weekends.

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Hour

Number of Hrs./Wk.

Number of Hrs./Wk. Up to 19 hours per week

Position Information

Position Information

Employee's Effective Start Date

Employee's Effective Start Date 05/15/2026

If this is a Temporary position, provide end date or enter N/A for any other position type.

If this is a Temporary position, provide end date or enter N/A for any other position type. N/A

Minimum Qualifications

• HS graduation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge, experience or background in security, law enforcement, or related field.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn methods of proper art object handling & security of historic buildings and interiors.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license & a driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier. Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Desired Qualifications

Position Purpose

Security of Meadow Brook Hall buildings, grounds, and collections.

Job Duties

Responsibilities include security of the building, grounds, and collections during facility rental events. This position is responsible for closing/securing the building at the conclusion of events.

Criminal Background Check, Driving record approval

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 05/15/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

371 Wilson Boulevard, Rochester, MI 48309

248-370-2100