OPS Harn Museum Security + Visitor Engagement Assistant

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking an OPS Harn Museum Security + Visitor Engagement Assistant on a temp part-time basis at the Main Campus in Gainesville. The role involves welcoming guests, patrolling galleries, guiding visitors, and ensuring safety and compliance with museum policies.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to work varied shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests to the museum
• Provide excellent customer service and information to guests
• Perform routine patrol of galleries and public spaces
• Monitor guest compliance and report non-compliance
• Provide front desk coverage as-needed
• Provide escorts to secure areas
• Assist with setup and breakdown of equipment
• Practice de-escalation techniques

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

OPS Harn Museum Security + Visitor Engagement Assistant

Job no: 541768
Work type: Temp Part-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Libraries/Museums
Department: 57801300 - HN-SECURITY

Classification Title:

OPS Hourly Non-Secretary/Clerical

High school diploma, or its equivalent, and one year of related experience.

Job Description:

• Greet and welcome guests to the museum
• Professional and positive interaction with all visitors and staff of the museum
• Provide excellent customer service and provide general and directional information to guests
• Perform routine patrol of galleries and public spaces
• Monitor guest compliance with museum policies and report non-compliance through verbal and written communication
• Provide front desk coverage on an as-needed basis
• Provide escorts as-needed to secure areas within the museum
• Assist with setup and breakdown of equipment, chairs, and tables for museum activities
• Practice de-escalation techniques when dealing with aggressive or disruptive behavior
• Professionalism, reliability, dependability and adherence to schedules are required
• Other duties as assigned

$15 per hour

Required Qualifications:

Flexibility for varied schedules to include nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the museum.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a security and/or customer service role
• Ability to work as part of a team and project a positive attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working and communicating with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of basic first aid, or First Aid/AED certification

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 20 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.