Security Officer Museum of Art

Job Number: R0002523

Job Description
Department:
Museum
Security

Job Summary:
Office of Security
Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly, Staff Appointment

The museum
security officer will be directly responsible for protecting and safeguarding the museum collection, facilities, patrons, students, faculty,
and staff. The Colby College Museum security officer will report to the museum security manager. This is a full-time position with benefits.
Colby College is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where every member of the community feels a sense of respect and
belonging.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with museum staff in developing and
  implementing museum security procedures
• Monitor all museum patrons and ensure they adhere to museum protocols and
  policies
• Provide informational assistance and promote good public relations
• Maintain an alertness for suspicious
  activities
• Provide first response in an emergency, administering First Aid or CPR as necessary
• Work effectively with the
  public and provide excellent customer service and assistance
• Monitor museum CCTV, intrusion, and life safety systems
• Keep
  logs, security check lists, and art inventories on a daily basis
• Provide safety and security inspections of all areas of the museum
  once a month or as needed
• Report security violations and write incident reports when necessary
• Provide personal safety and
  security services for students, faculty, staff, and visitors
• Become thoroughly knowledgeable of the museum facility, CCTV,
  intrusion, life safety, and HVAC/mechanical systems
• Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities
  may change at any time with or without notice

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
  required; post-secondary education a plus
• Campus security and/or law enforcement experience preferred
• Must have or obtain
  and maintain, First Aid and CPR certifications
• Advanced First Aid or Emergency Medical Technician experience
  preferred
• Knowledge of museum security and intrusion/life safety systems is helpful
• Must present a neat, clean, and
  professional image
• Ability to be reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfill obligations
• Display a quiet and
  courteous customer friendly attitude at all times
• Ability to use a two-way radio
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and
  organizational skills with a high level of motivation
• Must be able to work independently, exercise judgment, and manage projects
  with minimal supervision as well as to adjust as new projects are assigned
• Basic computer skills including experience using
  Microsoft Office Suite, email, and web applications
• Ability to make an impact through work as a member of a team and diverse
  community
• Valid driver’s license required and must meet the College’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements

KEY
RELATIONSHIPS:

Reporting to the senior associate director of security, this position has ongoing interactions with museum
patrons/visitors, students, faculty, and staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment
characteristics described herein are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions.

General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting,
although frequent movement is necessary; walking, climbing stairs, standing, bending, and twisting is required. Must be able to stand and
walk for long periods of time. Occasional lifting is required. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion and CCTV monitoring is
also necessary.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Successful and satisfactory completion of a background check
(including a criminal records check) and a pre-employment health screening.

TO APPLY:

Interested candidates
should apply electronically by clicking the “Apply” button on the Colby Careers website. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the
contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:

Security Officer Museum of Art – Search
Committee
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME  04901-8855