Museum Security Officer - Welcoming Visitors

The Museum of Modern Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick leave

Holidays

Personal days

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Medical & dental

Transit & dependent care FSA

Pension plan

Job summary

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) seeks a Security Associate to interact with visitors in a positive and welcoming manner, provide directions and information related to the collection and events, and help ensure safety and access to museum spaces.

Responsibilities include enforcing policies, performing opening/closing procedures, patrolling galleries, and reporting safety concerns. Weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• New York State Guard License required.
• CPR/AED/FSD and/or Fire Guard certification preferred, but training will be provided.
• Minimum one year security or customer service experience.
• Prior museum/art-related experience is a plus, but not required.
• Fluency in languages other than English preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to walk/stand for extended periods; climb stairs.

Responsibilities

• Communicates Museum policies regarding the safety of the collection and ensures staff and visitors adhere to established protocols to safeguard the collection from damage.
• Performs opening and closing procedures, including inspection of assigned galleries and surrounding areas to guarantee there are no safety issues or concerns prior to opening the Museum to the public.
• Performs patrols of assigned areas of responsibility and reports issues and/or safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Completes daily log and other security reports as required. Reports and responds to emergency incidents (e.g. medical emergencies, natural disasters, etc.).
• Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above, including exterior facility patrols, escorting contractors/vendors, etc.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Patrol & safety

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) seeks a Security Associate to interact with visitors in a positive and welcoming manner, provide directions and information related to the collection and events, and help ensure safety and access to museum spaces.

Responsibilities include enforcing policies, performing opening/closing procedures, patrolling galleries, and reporting safety concerns. Weekend work is required.