Security Officer (Various Shifts Available)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art•The Met Fifth Avenue, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) is seeking a Security Officer to enforce Museum security regulations for the public and staff. The Museum aims to foster a collaborative and respectful work environment with a diverse staff. The Security Officer will guard and patrol assigned areas, typically at Museum entrances, ensuring the safety and security of visitors, staff, and the collection.

Requirements

Must be able to stand for sustained periods of time.
Must be able to maneuver safely up and down flights of stairs multiple times per round or shift.
Must be able to bend, jump, run and lift about 5-25 pounds.
Basic Computer Skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Organizational skills preferred.
Excellent communication skills preferred.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Previous security experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Enforce Museum rules of conduct for visitors.
Ensure public, staff, and contractors adhere to fundamental security rules to prevent theft, fire, damage, and personal injury.
Prevent disorder and overcrowding.
Direct visitors to bag inspection tables.
Inspect packages and bags entering the Museum.
Monitor and report safety conditions.
Responsible for coat checking and elevator operation.
Check packages of persons and/or staff leaving the Museum.
Provide escort for the transportation of art to and from shipping points.
Perform other duties as directed by the Manager of Security.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
Free financial-planning services
Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
25% discount for staff in Museum shops
A subsidized staff cafeteria
Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions