Security Guard

Position Summary

The Security Guard is responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of the museum’s 175,000 sq. ft. facility. This role is key in maintaining a secure environment for the museum’s collections, properties, facilities, visitors, and staff, while also delivering exceptional customer service. The Security Guard works closely with the Chief of Security, Security Manager and Security Assistant Manager to manage security operations.

• Visually, electronically, and audibly monitors a variety of assigned areas and grounds by working in various assignments including but not limited to roving inside the facilities and other appropriate locations.
• Verbally de-escalate situations to ensure the safety of fellow employees and guests.
• Assists in properly responding to a variety of emergencies or disasters in order to preserve life and property, including but not limited to fire safety, active shooter protocol.
• Examines doors, windows, and other areas of the store to determine they are secure.
• Reports and records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, etc. in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Warns violators of rule infractions and may apprehend or expel violators.
• Notifies on site individuals of visitors wishing to see them.
• Routinely checks heating, lighting, sprinkling, security, ventilation, fire, etc., systems to make sure they are operational.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Unarmed Security Guard Licensure from CLEET required.
• 3+ years full-time Professional Security, Law Enforcement or Military experience. Law Enforcement experience preferred.
• Must pass background check and regulatory screening requirements.
• A valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years.
• Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers, and clients.
• Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
• Must have high attention to detail, strong interpersonal and communication skills, sound judgment and decision-making, and ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by Company.

Equal Opportunity Employer First Americans Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.