Part-Time Security Associate

Kentucky Derby Museum•Louisville, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Derby Museum is seeking a Part-Time Security Associate to maintain a safe and secure environment by monitoring the Museum and Churchill Store, enforcing security policies, and responding to incidents. This role involves patrolling the Museum, controlling access points, and assisting employees, visitors, or guests as needed. The position reports directly to the Security Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent.
1 - 2 year of security guard experience, preferably in a Museum setting (or other Emergency Service experience).
Ethical integrity & Professionalism, essential for enforcing policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering trust among Museum Guests and Team Members.
Ability to meet the schedule requirements.
Shall obtain and maintain a First Aid, CPR and AED Certification within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to sufficiently pass a criminal background check.
Training in Emergency Response & Crisis Management (e.g. Fire Safety, evacuation protocols, and other emergency procedures).
Proficiency with Safety and Security equipment, including CCTV, Alarms, Fire Extinguishers, and other emergency devices.
Should be able to assess the emergency carefully, take time to evaluate before implementing and following Policy and Procedures, notifying all Relevant Authorities (Police, Fire, EMS, Museum and Churchill Senior Staff), Secure the area and evacuate guests & employees towards Safety, provide Aid until help arrives and Document the Incident for future reference.

Nice To Haves

Security guard experience, preferably in a Museum setting (or other Emergency Service experience).

Responsibilities

Monitors the Museum & Churchill Downs Store for irregularities, such as security issues, and safety hazards, and emergency situations.
Prepares appropriate reports in connection with daily activities and incidents in a timely manner.
Remains alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and any Safety and Security Concerns.
Assists guests and staff regarding Museum policies and other inquiries in a professional and courteous manner.
Discusses and resolves employee & Guest issues as it pertains to Museum Safety and Security.
Oversees customer complaints/concerns as it pertains to Museum Safety and Security.
Implement and execute Museum Safety and Security Procedures as outlined in the Safety and Security Manual.
Familiar with and capable of initiating appropriate response to emergency procedures as set forth by the Museum’s Safety and Security Policy Manual.
Familiar with the Museum’s layout and emergency exit procedures, as well as the location and operation of safety and emergency equipment.
Mitigate biological hazards and will utilize proper personal protection equipment (PPE).
Turns lights on and off, unlocks and locks doors, and security checks in accordance with established schedules and procedures.
Monitors activities through the Museum and surrounding area via the video surveillance system.
Responsible for loss prevention and loss control strategies.
Other duties as assigned.