Museum Attendant: Security & Visitor Experience Lead

Vansa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job description

Expired:

CITY OF JOHANNESBURG VACANCY : MUSEUM ATTENDANT AT JOHANNESBURG ART GALLERY

Department:

Community Development

Branch:

Arts, Culture and Heritage

Designation:

Museum Attendant – Johannesburg Art Gallery

Salary Range:

R (basic salary excluding benefits)

Appointment Requirements:

• Grade 12 / NQF level 4 and / or any certificate / experience in security;
• 6 months to 1 year experience will be preferable;
• Practical experience in a security environment will be an added advantage;

Additional training is offered in terms of Council's skills development policy (e.g. First aid and firesafety and computer courses).

Primary Function:

Maintain and ensure all the safety and security of Museum Africa building, its property, exhibitions and collections, staff, visitors and public a 24 hour, shift basis. Patrol all public areas and galleries in the museum as assigned by the head of the institution and security supervisor. To monitor any suspicious activities, thefts or vandalism and to report any suspicious activities to the security supervisor. Report any problems in exhibition areas and galleries including any exhibition item broken, areas in need of lighting and / or electrical repairs; or a situation which presents danger to public safety. Assist with security requirement during functions and special events organized in the museum. Carry out the security policies and procedures of the museum and the Arts, Culture and Heritage services departments and the City of Johannesburg.

Key Performance Areas:

Maintain Museum safety and security. Monitor all activities in the Museum and provide a report. Maintain a log book of all activities comply with the City's Art Culture and Heritage policies.

Leading Competencies:

Teamwork & Accountability.

Knowledge and experience in Security.

Core Competencies:

Communication and interpersonal skills.

Batho Pele Principle – Customer Service:

This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African / Indian / White Males and Indian / White Females, including people with disabilities.

Contact Person:

Thato Sepuru

Workplace:

Between Klein & King George Street, Joubert Park, Johannesburg

How to Apply:

All applications will be through the website using this link : Community Development – Museum Attendant – Johannesburg Art Gallery. Join a network of visual arts practitioners, businesses and organisations committed to the development of our sector.