Part-Time Gallery Security & Visitor Support

Ogden Museum of Southern Art; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans is seeking a part-time Gallery Attendant to ensure a safe environment for visitors, staff and art. The role involves patrolling galleries, enforcing museum rules, and recording traffic of people and artworks.

You will assist visitors with directions and information, and participate in security events and trainings. The position requires flexible availability, including nights, weekends and holidays, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with the general public and use communications equipment.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time
• High School diploma or other commensurate experience

Responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor the premises and galleries to maintain a safe environment.
• Ensure museum rules are followed by the public and staff.
• Monitor and record entry/exit of visitors, staff, and art objects.
• Provide emergency assistance as needed.
• Prepare incident reports when necessary.
• Serve as a professional representative of the Museum to visitors and staff.
• Provide directions and information about exhibitions and programming.
• Attend security and department meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other security duties as assigned

Skills

Effective communication

Punctuality

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans is seeking a part-time Gallery Attendant to ensure a safe environment for visitors, staff and art. The role involves patrolling galleries, enforcing museum rules, and recording traffic of people and artworks.

You will assist visitors with directions and information, and participate in security events and trainings. The position requires flexible availability, including nights, weekends and holidays, and a high school diploma or equivalent.