Position Highlights

The Security Guard provides a safe, welcoming environment for visitors, staff, and artwork at the University of Arizona Museum of Art. This position performs routine and specialized security duties, including patrolling galleries, monitoring surveillance systems, assisting with crowd control during events, and enforcing safety protocols. The Security Guard works under general supervision, following established procedures while exercising sound judgment to address incidents as they arise. This position requires some prolonged walking and standing to effectively monitor the galleries, as well as working evening and weekend hours for special events.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Patrol museum galleries, entrances, and surrounding areas to ensure safety and security of artwork, facilities, and visitors.
Monitor and operate security and surveillance systems.
Respond to alarms, emergencies, and incidents according to established protocols
Provide information and assistance to visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
Enforce museum rules, University policies, and safety regulations.
Assist with crowd control during public programs, events, and exhibition openings.
Document and report incidents, maintenance needs, or safety hazards.
Coordinate with University Police, Facilities Management, and museum staff as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of security operations, public safety, and emergency response procedures.
Strong observation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
Skill in clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Excellent visitor and customer service skills.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Availability Saturdays and occasional evenings.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in cultural institution or museum security.
Experience with security monitoring systems.
Ability to obtain/maintain applicable certifications (e.g., CPR/First Aid, defensive tactics).

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 32

Job FTE: .80

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Protection and Safety

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $20.63

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 3

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level: OC2

Job Family: Police & Security

Job Function: Protection & Safety

Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates:
Louis Estrella
Louisestrella@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant:
This position will require a fingerprint criminal background check due to the safety and sensitive nature of the job.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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"Security Guard II, Museum of Art"

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