Museum Security & Guest Experience Specialist

University of Utah; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts ( UMFA ) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment. The UMFA is the state and the University fine arts museum, serving as a vital cultural resource for Utah and the broader region.

Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe.

Qualifications

• 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (e.g. bachelor’s degree = 4 years)

Responsibilities

• Building Security and Safety: secure UMFA buildings, lock/unlock doors, turn off lights, apply preventive measures, enforce museum rules.
• Patrols and Surveillance: regular patrols, inspect doors/windows, monitor cameras and security systems.
• Emergency Response and Support: assist during emergencies, unlock buildings for entry, assist with crowd control, contact University Police.
• Customer Service and Community Support: collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure a secure, welcoming experience for visitors.
• Log Maintenance and Incident Reporting: maintain logs and report security issues to leadership and University Police.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Driver's license (preferred)

Education

Equivalency statement

Job description

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts ( UMFA ) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment. The UMFA is the state and the University fine arts museum, serving as a vital cultural resource for Utah and the broader region.

Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe.