Overnight Security Guard

Walker Art Center•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

The Overnight Security Guard works as part of a team of security professionals to help provide a safe and secure environment for the Walker Art Center’s collections, properties, facilities, visitors, and staff while delivering superior customer service. The position monitors and patrols the museum and its grounds, operates security systems, documents and communicates incidents, and helps lead responses to emergencies. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a minimum compensation of $23.00 per hour. The overnight schedule is Saturday through Tuesday, 10:00 PM–8:30 AM. The role requires work indoors and outdoors, including patrols in varying seasonal weather, and may include weekends, holidays, special events, and extended shifts as operational needs dictate. The position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related experience.
Professional demeanor and a strong customer service orientation.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse visitors and groups.
Excellent time-management and decision-making skills.
Ability to present a professional and courteous appearance, exercise tact and diplomacy, and remain calm under pressure.
Flexibility, initiative, a strong work ethic, and the highest level of integrity and professionalism.
Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with Operations leadership and staff.
Willingness to become and maintain TSA certification.
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain and maintain certification.
Ability to meet the described physical and environmental demands, including walking long distances, navigating stairs and uneven surfaces, remaining stationary for extended periods, communicating and responding to alarms, and occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 25 pounds.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computers and the MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Monitor galleries, public spaces, and other museum areas to help protect visitors, staff, the collection, and Walker assets.
Conduct routine rounds and foot patrols throughout the facility, including rooftop areas, to identify and address security, safety, and building-related concerns.
Observe visitor and staff activity and promptly report and document suspicious behavior, safety hazards, security incidents, or artwork damage.
Collaborate with Registration, Curatorial, Maintenance, and other departments on exhibition-specific security needs.
Monitor the physical condition of the museum and communicate maintenance, safety, or security concerns to appropriate staff.
Operate and monitor surveillance cameras, access-control systems, and fire and burglar alarm systems.
Maintain familiarity with emergency procedures and take an active leadership role during medical emergencies, fires, bomb threats, power failures, and other crisis situations.
Staff the Control Center as assigned.
Communicate relevant incidents, concerns, and operational updates across Security shifts.
Conduct key and access-card audits and accurately document the results.
Perform other duties as assigned.