OPS Harn Museum Security + visitor Engagement Assistant

University of Florida

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • $15 Per Hour

Highlights

Required Qualifications: Flexibility for varied schedules to include nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the museum. Duties include ensuring a safe, welcoming and secure environment for all visitors and staff of the museum and reporting of non-compliance of museum policies.

Numbers & Facts

LocationGainesville, FL

Description

The Harn Museum of Art is recruiting 2 OPS Security + Visitor Engagement Assistants. Candidates must be flexible and able to meet changing time commitments as needed. Schedules are varied and are created based on the needs of the museum and include evenings, weekdays, weekends and holidays. Up to 20 hours per week may be required based on museum events and scheduling. Duties include ensuring a safe, welcoming and secure environment for all visitors and staff of the museum and reporting of non-compliance of museum policies. The Security + Visitor Engagement Assistant plays an important role as the face of the museum to the public. Professional behavior and appearance as well as a positive attitude are key to success.
Classification Title:

OPS Hourly Non-Secretary/Clerical

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma, or its equivalent, and one year of related experience.

Job Description:
  • Greet and welcome guests to the museum.
  • Interact with all visitors and staff of the museum in a professional and positive manner.
  • Provide excellent customer service and provide general and directional information to guests.
  • Perform routine patrol of galleries and public spaces.
  • Monitor guest compliance with museum policies and report non-compliance through verbal and written communication.
  • Provide front desk coverage on an as-needed basis.
  • Provide escorts as needed to secure areas within the museum.
  • Assist with setup and breakdown of equipment, chairs, and tables for museum activities and events.
  • Practice de-escalation techniques when dealing with aggressive or disruptive behavior.
  • Professionalism, reliability, dependability and adherence to schedules are required.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Expected Salary:

$15 per hour

Required Qualifications:

Flexibility for varied schedules to include nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the museum.

Preferred:
  • Previous experience in a security and/or customer service role
  • Ability to work as part of a team and project a positive attitude
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience working and communicating with individuals of diverse backgrounds
  • Knowledge of basic first aid, or CPR/First Aid/AED certification a plus
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please upload a resume with your online application.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No

 

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