Part-Time Security Specialist - 3rd Shift

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

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Job summary

The State of Indiana is seeking a Part-Time Security Specialist (3rd Shift) to safeguard ISMHS facilities, staff, visitors, collections, and state property during overnight hours in Indianapolis and across ISMHS sites.

Responsibilities include patrols, cameras, access control, alarms, and incident reporting, with coordination of emergency responders as required. The role supports a 24/7 security department and requires reliability and strong judgment.

Qualifications

• Reliability and Dependability – Demonstrates consistent attendance, punctuality, professionalism, and dependable overnight security coverage.
• Situational Awareness and Sound Judgment – Recognize security or safety concerns, assess situations, follow procedures, and make sound decisions.
• Communication and Documentation – Strong verbal and written communication; prepare clear, accurate security reports.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Overnight interior and exterior security patrols and monitoring of security systems.
• Respond to alarms, emergencies and suspicious activity; communicate significant concerns to Shift Lead.
• Secure and monitor designated areas; assist after-hours contractors and authorized personnel.
• Prepare Daily Activity Reports and Incident Reports; coordinate with emergency responders when required.

Skills

Reliability

Situational Awareness

Communication

Accommodations

Job description

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About The Indiana State Museum And Historic Sites

The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) is a statewide museum system with 12 locations, including a central museum based in Indianapolis. Our mission is to ignite wonder, inspire curiosity, reveal stories and create connections. Our values are Interconnectivity, Integrity, Stewardship, and Transparency. First among our strategic priorities is to engage and serve an expanded and diverse audience through transformative experiences: Collections. Exhibits. Programs.

Role Overview

The Part-Time Security Specialist (3rd Shift) is responsible for helping maintain a safe and secure environment for Indiana State Museum & Historic Sites (ISMHS) employees, visitors, collections, exhibits, facilities, and state property during overnight operations. The primary responsibilities include conducting routine interior and exterior security patrols; monitoring surveillance cameras, access control, intrusion detection, fire/life-safety, and other security systems; responding appropriately to alarms, emergencies, suspicious activity, and security-related incidents; securing and monitoring designated areas of the facility; assisting with after-hours contractors and authorized personnel; completing Daily Activity Reports and Incident Reports; and promptly communicating significant security, safety, maintenance, or operational concerns to the Shift Lead and Security Management. The position may also assist with monitoring alarms and security-related activity involving ISMHS historic sites and coordinating with appropriate emergency responders when required by established procedures.

This Is a Part-time, 3rd Shift Position Within a Security Department That Operates 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, 365 Days a Year. This 3rd Shift Position Has a Set Schedule Of The Following Days

• Monday - 12 am to 8 am
• Tuesday - 12 am to 8 am
• Wednesday - 12 am to 8 am
• Thursday - 12 am to 7 am

Salary Statement

This position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $16.73 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day In The Life

• Regular work hours will include overnight/3rd-shift assignments.
• Weekend availability may be required based on the established schedule and operational needs.
• The position may be scheduled on state-recognized holidays.
• Additional hours or overtime may occasionally be available or required because of call-offs, staffing shortages, special events, emergencies, or other operational needs.
• Employees may occasionally be asked to remain beyond their scheduled shift until appropriate relief arrives.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential because Security positions require continuous staffing and coverage.
• The position is not a rotating-shift assignment unless operational needs require a temporary schedule adjustment.

What You'll Need For Success

• Reliability and Dependability – Demonstrates consistent attendance, punctuality, professionalism, and the ability to maintain dependable overnight security coverage.
• Situational Awareness and Sound Judgment – Ability to recognize potential security or safety concerns, assess situations appropriately, follow established procedures, and make sound decisions during routine and emergency situations.
• Communication and Documentation – Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management, contractors, visitors, and emergency responders and prepare clear, accurate, factual, and timely security reports.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

• Paid vacation, personal and sick time off
• Competitive leave policies covering a variety of employee needs
• 12 company paid holidays, 14 on election years
• 75 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Free Parking
• Free LinkedIn Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .