Museum Security Officer (Casual Position)

Museum Security Officer (Casual Position)

Amherst Campus

Part Time

JR5075

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

Job Description :

Amherst College invites applications for the Museum Security Officer position. The Museum Security Officer is a part-time, casual position with no benefits.

The expected salary range for this job opportunity is : $ 16.00-18.00 per hour .

The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations.

Ensures a safe and secure environment at the Amherst College Museums (Beneski Museum of Natural History, Mead Art Museum & Russian Cultural Center). Provides exemplary customer service representing the museums and the college. Conducts regular patrols of public areas, staff areas, collections storage, and mechanical spaces, as well as museum exteriors. Ensures the policies, procedures, and mission of the department are adhered to and upheld at all times.

The Museum Security Officer takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Work Schedule - Due to the nature of the position, evening and / or weekend availability is required. The work schedule may vary during the following times :

• Thursdays 4 : 15 pm - 10 : 15 pm (Mead Art - Academic year only)
• Saturday / Sunday : 8 : 30 am - 5 : 15 pm (Mead Art or Beneski Natural History)

Some weekday / daytime shifts will also be available, but at this time, we can only consider candidates who also have weekend / evening availability :

Summary of Responsibilities :

Gallery Patrols

Facility Patrols

Special Event Supervision and Setup

Administrative

Conducts all duties for the Lobby Attendant position as needed (primarily during non-academic periods)

Qualifications : Required

Preferred

Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https : / / amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com / Amherst_Jobs . Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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