Gallery Attendant - Part Time, Temporary

Syndeo•Wichita, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Syndeo Staffing is hiring several part-time, temporary Gallery Attendants for the Wichita Art Museum. The role combines visitor service with surveillance and security duties. Gallery Attendants interact positively with the public, help prevent disorderly conduct and damage to artwork or museum property, and use independent judgment and discretion to handle situations. Attendants may also coordinate with other gallery attendants to carry out daily security functions. The position requires flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, and may include museum events.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Comfort interacting professionally with members of the public.
Ability to walk for extended periods while remaining quiet and observant.
Ability to recognize hazardous events and respond quickly and appropriately.
Ability to accurately use and understand a logbook.
Basic understanding of security system operations.
Ability to understand and follow instructions, rules, and procedures.
Familiarity with basic life-safety methods and regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Strong self-management and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to complete projects.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Ability to push a cart with up to 60 pounds of resistance.
Ability to stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for more than two hours at a time.
Regular work attendance is required on evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of security experience in a museum, zoo, or nonprofit organization.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and information to the public.
Monitor museum property, especially artwork on display, for fire, theft, and vandalism.
Make daily superficial examinations of displayed artwork and record or report evidence of damage or deterioration.
Maintain discipline in and around the building and grounds.
Perform crowd control as needed.
Contact maintenance staff as needed.
Contact law enforcement as needed.
Open and close the museum.
Operate and monitor electronic security systems and cameras.
Direct visitors during evacuations in emergencies.
Ensure adequate lighting is provided when and where needed.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.