Security Guard

The Jewish Museum; New York (NY); On-site; USD 1,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jewish Museum seeks part-time Security Guards responsible for maintaining security and safety for the premises, visitors, and staff. Candidates must possess a H.S. Diploma, customer service experience, and a valid security registration. The role includes patrolling, interacting with the public, and responding to emergencies in a cultural institution.

Qualifications

• Valid Unique Security Registration Number with N.Y.S. Department of State.
• Ability to obtain Fire Guard, Certificate of Fitness.
• Experience operating CCTV and alarm systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors assigned areas for safety and security.
• Interacts courteously with visitors and reports unusual situations.
• Handles emergency situations and performs custodial duties if needed.

Skills

Customer service

Emergency response

Patrol

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

CCTV systems

Job description

The Museum's Security Guards play a vital role in maintaining the security and safety of the Museum premises, assets, visitors, and staff, while also serving as ambassadors with the Museum's visitors and guests.

Department:	Operations
Reports to:	Associate Director, Security
Date posted:	May 29, 2025
FLSA Status:	Non-Exempt
Schedule:	Part-time; 5 days/week, Thursday - Monday; less than 40 hours with occasional mandatory OT

Responsibilities:

• Reports in full uniform to daily security briefing, ready to take assigned post


• Patrols assigned post noting and reporting all unusual situations related to security and fire safety


• Interacts with museum visitors and staff in a courteous and helpful manner


• Conducts daily safety and security survey of assigned post


• Operates and monitors computer based CCTV and security alarm systems


• Follows direction and performs all duties related to physical security and fire safety, including assisting during emergency situations that may affect staff, visitors or the museum collections, while maintaining a composed demeanor.


• Fills-in as Control Room Operator when necessary


• Takes appropriate action to correct safety and security conditions


• Responds to medical situations and takes appropriate action


• Reports for emergency duty when necessary


• May be required to assist with snow and ice removal from the museum sidewalks and property


• May be required to perform custodial duties when needed

Requirements:

• H.S. Diploma or GED


• Must have a valid Unique Security Registration Number with the N.Y.S. Department of State, Division of Licensing Services


• Ability to obtain a New York City Fire Department , "Fire Guard, Certificate of Fitness"


• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and overtime


• Ability to deal with the public and respond to emergency situations


• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time both indoors and outdoors


• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs


• Customer service experience


• Experience operating computer based CCTV and security alarm systems, a plus

Salary: $22.99/hour

Send Resume with Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources

The Jewish Museum

1109 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232
[e-mail]

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

This is a unionized position with covered employees represented by Local 241, TWU, AFL-CIO.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.