Part-Time Museum Security & Guest Services

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); In loco; USD 28.000 - 32.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Complimentary museum admission

Selected museum events access

20% discount at Museum Store

CapMetro rides included

Library and campus access

Descrizione del lavoro

The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin invites applicants for a part-time Gallery Assistant. You will help ensure a positive visitor experience, monitor galleries, and assist with opening/closing procedures.

This role requires strong communication, the ability to interact with the public, and calm, professional conduct in busy museum environments. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Competenze

• Requires interacting with the public and strong communication.
• Promotes collaborative climate in a museum setting.
• Ability to stay calm in stressful situations and emergencies.
• Works effectively within a team and multi-tasks in galleries.

Mansioni

• Assist in security by monitoring galleries, visitors, and grounds.
• Patrol galleries during public hours and manage access and behavior.
• Provide guidance and information to ensure a positive visitor experience.
• Know exhibitions, events, and local area to inform visitors.
• Deliver courteous customer service at all times.
• Report missing or damaged objects, safety concerns, and irregularities.
• Document and report observed interactions with art works by visitors.
• Assist in opening/closing and activation/deactivation of artworks.
• Serve as first responder during emergencies and evacuations.
• Participate in training to improve museum knowledge and customer service.

Conoscenze

Public interaction

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Calm under pressure

Emergency coordination

Teamwork

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin invites applicants for a part-time Gallery Assistant. You will help ensure a positive visitor experience, monitor galleries, and assist with opening/closing procedures.

This role requires strong communication, the ability to interact with the public, and calm, professional conduct in busy museum environments. Evening and weekend availability is required.