Museum Safety & Security Leader: Protect, Respond, Inspire

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina State Museum in Columbia seeks a Safety and Security Manager to lead visitor, staff, and collection protection. You will oversee patrols, incident response, and risk assessment while coordinating with police, fire departments, and vendors to maintain a safe museum environment.

You will manage security personnel, supervise scheduling and training, implement emergency plans, and ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, FERPA, and workers' compensation requirements.

Qualifications

• Certification by the SC Law enforcement training Council per state law.
• Two-year college degree in a related field.
• At least three years of experience in law enforcement, including two years in a supervisory capacity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety, security, and fire protection practices.
• Ability to coordinate with police, fire departments and security vendors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily security operations including patrols, surveillance, incident response.
• Manage security personnel: hiring, training, scheduling, evaluations; ensure coverage for all museum hours.
• Maintain security systems: CCTV, access control, alarms; coordinate with IT and facilities.
• Implement emergency plans; lead drills; ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, FERPA, Workers Compensation.
• Collaborate with Exhibits and Collections on security for moving collections.
• Supervise building maintenance related to safety and security; oversee third-party providers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Supervisor experience

Communication skills

Safety and risk awareness

Proficiency with computers

Driver's license

Two-way radio communication

Education

Two-year college degree

Certification by SC Law Enforcement Training Council

Job description

South Carolina State Museum in Columbia seeks a Safety and Security Manager to lead visitor, staff, and collection protection. You will oversee patrols, incident response, and risk assessment while coordinating with police, fire departments, and vendors to maintain a safe museum environment.

You will manage security personnel, supervise scheduling and training, implement emergency plans, and ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, FERPA, and workers' compensation requirements.