Public Safety Officer - 1st Shift Rotating

Milwaukee Public Museum; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Public Safety Officer to join its dedicated team. This role is crucial for maintaining the safety and security of both museum collections and visitors. The successful candidate will be responsible for patrolling the expansive museum grounds, monitoring security systems, and responding to incidents. Ideal applicants will possess strong observational skills, a customer service mindset, and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. This position offers a chance to contribute to a vibrant community hub while ensuring a safe environment for all.

Benefits

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Free Museum Membership

Discounts at Museum Shop

Parking Subsidy

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

YMCA Workplace Wellness

Free Coffee Fridays

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with the ability to write clear reports.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard museum collections and ensure employee and visitor safety.
• Patrol the museum and monitor security cameras.

Skills

Customer Service

Observation Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Access Control Systems

C-Cure

Job description

Public Safety Officer - 1st Shift Rotating

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Milwaukee Public Museum is looking for 1 Public Safety Officer to work a full time, rotating, 40-hour work week. In this role you will primarily be on 1st shift, and we estimate between 10-20%, or 3-5 days of the month, will be spent covering either 2nd or 3rd shift. The Museum requires the Security Department to be manned on a 24 hour, 365 days per year basis.

In This Role You Will

• Safeguard museum collections and ensure the well-being of museum employees and visitors
• Use all 5 senses to make observations of irregularities and document them in written reports
• Patrol, on foot, the over 400,000 square foot building
• Monitor 200 cameras in the dispatch office and serve as a resource for multiple departments via radio communication
  
  

You Will Be Successful In This Position If

• You can be flexible and are able to work a varied schedule, which include working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• You are personable and customer service oriented
• You can remain calm in stressful situations
• You are detail oriented and observant of your surroundings
• You can independently problem solve and make logical decisions
• You appreciate communicating with people of varying backgrounds
• You enjoy working in a team-oriented environment
• You are highly dependable and punctual
• You are able to write clear and accurate reports
• You have a high school diploma or equivalent education
  
  

Qualifications That Are Preferred, But Not Required

• 1 year previous security experience
• Prior DAAT training or similar de-escalation and self-defense training
• CPR, AED, and/or First Aid certification
• Prior experience with Access Control systems, MPM uses C-Cure
  
  

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off Package Including:
• Personal Days
• Vacation
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Free Museum Membership
• Museum Shop, Food, & Beverage Discounts
• Parking Subsidy/Discounted Bus Pass
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• YMCA Workplace Wellness
• Free Coffee Fridays
  

The Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM) is a natural and human history museum located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The museum is among the oldest in the United States, with a history dating back to the 1850’s. We offer great career opportunities for people with all levels of training, experience, and education. We are a composition of diverse and talented staff working together as a team to offer our visitors the best possible immersive experience in learning and enjoyment.

A career with the Milwaukee Public Museum allows you to connect your skills and abilities in a rewarding position with a non-profit organization doing good work in our community. MPM provides an unlimited opportunity to gain knowledge about our world, as you connect with visitors, donors, innovative staff members, curious students, interns and volunteers in your day-to-day-work. See what MPM has to offer and consider applying today!

The Milwaukee Public Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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