Security Guard

DENVER ART MUSEUM INC•Denver, CO

5d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Denver Art Museum is hiring a full-time, non-exempt Security Guard to help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for visitors, staff, artwork, and the museum campus. On-the-job training and support are provided in emergency response, prevention and de-escalation techniques, and security technology. The position is based at the Denver Art Museum in Denver, Colorado, and requires weekend availability. Pay is $20.50–$25.00 per hour, based on experience. A $0.50-per-hour language differential is available for demonstrated Spanish proficiency, and a $0.50-per-hour shift differential is also available. The position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME-CWU. Security Guards provide customer service while carrying out security duties at a variety of posts. They monitor the museum and campus, communicate by two-way radio, and operate CCTV and security systems. The role involves patrolling or standing for extended periods and responding to emergencies, including helping with evacuations. Applicants must be able to obtain a Security Guard License from the City and County of Denver and pass an annual basic medical exam to confirm they can meet the job requirements. The museum prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment and is willing to consider accommodations. The Denver Art Museum is committed to opposing discrimination, violence, and hate, and to fostering inclusion, equal opportunity, and belonging. It also describes its commitment to being an anti-racist organization and an inclusive, diverse place where everyone feels welcome.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate orally and in writing, effectively and diplomatically with a diverse group of people.
Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and decision-making while working independently.
Flexible availability, including availability to work weekends.
Ability to obtain a Security Guard License from the City and County of Denver.
Ability to quickly evacuate or help others evacuate in an emergency.
Ability to climb at least three floors of building stairs without stopping within 90 seconds.
20/20 binocular vision, corrected to a minimum of 20/30; three-dimensional and color vision.
No serious speech impediment.
Ability to bend over and pick up a coin.
Ability to lift and operate a 10-pound fire extinguisher.
Ability to lift a simulated 25-pound small child and carry them 25 feet in a rescue situation.
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods.
Ability to hear a normal conversation or radio traffic in a typical museum environment.
Must pass an annual basic medical exam to assure ability to complete the job requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English and Spanish proficiency is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service while performing security duties.
Work at a variety of security posts to foster the safety and security of people, artwork, and the Denver Art Museum campus.
Monitor posts to help ensure the safety of people, artwork, and the campus.
Communicate via two-way radio and operate CCTV and security systems.
Patrol or stand for extended periods.
Help evacuate others in an emergency.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan, extendable to a domestic partner, spouse, and children.
100% employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Generous paid sick and vacation time, plus two personal days.
Ten paid holidays.
403(b) retirement plan with immediate eligibility to contribute; after one year, employees who meet the requirements qualify for a 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program.
Free telehealth and Employee Assistance Program.
Two weeks of paid parental leave.
Free Denver Art Museum membership and perks.
Discounted parking; museum parking is pay-to-park only.
Free RTD Eco Pass.