Security Officer / Part-Time $25.68 per hour

The J. Paul Getty Trust; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The J. Paul Getty Trust is seeking a part-time Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of visitors, staff, and the Getty collection. Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to emergencies, and providing customer service. The role offers competitive pay and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Extensive training program

Transportation program including Metro/Bus reimbursements

Getty-provided Security uniforms with free on-site cleaning services

Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday pay

Staff discounts at Cafe, Coffee Carts, Museum Store

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in Security, Customer Service, Military or Law Enforcement.
• A valid California Driver's license with less than 3 DMV points.
• Class B license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observe, detect, report and respond to threats and/or hazards.
• Patrol on foot, drive Getty vehicles, and perform traffic control duties.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a professional appearance.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Safety Procedures

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Security Officer / Part-Time $25.68 per hour

Job Family

Security

Type

Regular Part-Time

Position Status


Getty Center and Villa

Workplace Type

Onsite

Salaried/Hourly

Hourly

Hiring Pay Scale

$25.68 Hourly

Program/Department

Security - 0124-Security Operations

Requisition Number

2025-4623

ERRP Eligible

No

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Job Summary

We are in search of candidates to provide safety and security to our overall visitor experience, including Getty's art collection, property,and staff. Getty has two remarkable campuses, in Los Angeles and in Pacific Palisades, with breathtaking views, art, and architecture.

Our Security Officers observe, detect, report and respond to threats and/or hazards including, but not limited to, property damage, vandalism, fires, emergency incidents and medical emergencies. As a Security Officer, you may be expected to patrol on foot, drive Getty vehicles, stand post in galleries or exterior site posts, perform traffic control duties, or other security responsibilities as needed. You are also expected to provide excellent customer service and maintain a professional appearance and manner.

Join our team in Security Operations! We have Part-Time positions available.

We can offer you:

$25.68 per hour
• Extensive training program to prepare you for your new role and future career in the field(CPR Training, Fire Extinguisher training are included).
• Our generous transportation program also includes Metro/Bus reimbursements.
• Getty-provided Security uniforms with free on-site cleaning services
• Paid time off includes vacation, sick, personal and holiday pay
• Staff discounts at our Cafe, Coffee Carts, Museum Store

... and so muchmore!

Major Job Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of security and fire/life/safety procedures to assignments of varying complexity
• Ensures the safety of Getty staff and visitors
• Ensures the security of Getty collection and property
• Operates, monitors and responds to security, fire/life/safety and other systems
• May complete security logs, reports and other documentation
• May drive Getty vehicles in the course of patrol duties, shuttle driving, emergencies or other situations as required including escorting and picking up and delivery of artworks in the regional area
• Controls staff and visitor access to secured areas; issues and collects keys, radios and security equipment
• May periodically provide guidance and oversee the work activities of associate and intermediate support personnel
• Communicates effectively on radio and in person
• Responds and assists in emergency situations
• Stays current on all departmental policies and procedures and follows all departmental communication
• May perform traffic control duties as needed

Qualifications

• High School/GED
• A valid California Drivers license with less than 3 DMV points
• Class B license is a plus
• 1-2 years experience in Security, Customer Service, Military or Law Enforcement

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Performs standard support functions
• Applies knowledge of policies, practices, trends and information to assignments of moderate complexity
• Fluent in other languages a plus
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational Assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.