UMFA Protection Services

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment.

UMFA is Utah’s state and University fine arts museum, housing a vast collection and serving visitors with a focus on safety and exemplary service. This role contributes to secure access and a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.

Qualifications

• 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
• CPR and AED certification may be preferred.
• A valid Utah Driver's License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Building security and safety: secure UMFA buildings and enforce rules to protect the collection.
• Patrols and surveillance: conduct regular checks of doors, windows, and spaces; monitor cameras.
• Emergency response and support: assist during emergencies with entry, crowd control, and first aid.
• Customer service and community support: maintain a welcoming, secure visitor experience.
• Log maintenance and incident reporting: document security activities and report issues to leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Security experience

Education

Equivalency statement

Job description

Job Summary

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment.

Job Summary

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment.

The UMFA is the state and the University fine arts museum, serving as a vital cultural resource for Utah and the broader region. Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and collections, the UMFA advances understanding of the visual arts and their role in shaping and reflecting the human experience.

Protection Services is responsible for protecting the art and delivering excellent customer service while making sure all policies and procedures are followed by visitors, staff, volunteers, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

Building Security and Safety: Secure UMFA buildings to prevent theft and property damage by locking and unlocking doors, turning off lights and electrical devices after hours, and applying preventive measures to minimize hazards. Ensure guests understand and follow museum rules to protect the UMFA's collection. Patrols and Surveillance: Conduct regular patrols of the UMFA, inspecting doors, windows, and controlled spaces to check for damage to the collection, building maintenance needs, and any other changes to the environment. Camera and security systems monitoring is also a part of daily surveillance. Emergency Response and Support: Assist the Fire Department and First Responders during emergencies by unlocking buildings for entry, helping with crowd control, applying first-aid, and contacting University Police when necessary. Customer Service and Community Support: Work closely with other front of house teams, management, and the public to ensure a secure, friendly, and welcoming experience for all visitors to UMFA, fostering a collaborative and positive atmosphere. Log Maintenance and Incident Reporting: Maintain accurate logs of security activities and incidents, report potential security issues to department heads, and any illegal behavior to University Police.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Facilities Security Specialist, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Preferences

Some customer service experience; one year security experience or equivalency; successfully pass a background check; demonstrated communications skills; and a commitment to providing excellent customer service required. A valid Utah Driver's License preferred. CPR and AED certification preferred.

Special Instructions

This position is open to work study awarded students.

Please include a list of availability and/or a class schedule.

Requisition Number: PRN17347N

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Work Schedule Summary: Assigned shifts vary dependent upon other staff members. Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30am-6:00pm |Wednesday 7:30am-9:00pm | Saturday & Sunday 9:30am-6:00pm

Department: 00073 - Utah Museum of Fine Arts

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 13.65

Close Date: 10/23/2026

Open Until Filled