Protection Services Officer

 

Description:

Under the direct supervision of the security shift supervisor, performs various protective, service, and courtesy duties, including complex and special duties requiring above-average initiative, judgment, and specialized knowledge or skill. Provides a safe and secure environment for visitors, staff, and the Museum collections.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Take the lead in an emergency situation
  • Must have the ability to work well with other Team Members in order to achieve departmental goals
  • Provide general information to the public in a courteous manner.
  • Observes assists, and controls, when necessary, visitor access in the Museum
  • Protecting the collections serves as a deterrent to acts of vandalism or violence
  • Assists with crowd control at Museum entry points, and patrols premises, as directed to protect FM property
  • Reports activities in order to maintain order and protect Museum property, visitors, and staff
  • Maintains a post at assigned entrances to screen incoming personnel, maintain sign-in and sign-out logs, as well as badging process for persons entering the Museum
  • At specific times, locks and unlocks specified Museum entrances, areas, and exits
  • Responds to requests for assistance and evaluate appropriate courses of action, including investigation and explanation of policies and procedures
  • Respond to emergencies, such as fires, evacuation implementations, or employee and/or visitor injuries
  • Complete incident reports
  • Administer First Aid CPR/AED/Stop The Bleed in the event of any major medical emergencies
  • Serves as backup to the shipping and receiving staff, Access Control, Mail Center, and the freight elevator
  • Performs duties in the Security Console, which includes daily inspection of security cameras, alarms, communication systems, and recording devices for the Museum
  • Assist with the on-the-job training of new security officers
  • Follows all instructions and adheres to all policies and procedures as presented in the Policy Manual
  • Services supervisors as needed

Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree or equivalent
  • Three or more years of security experience
  • Have the ability to work under pressure and take charge in rapidly escalating situations
  • Strong Computer Skills such as Gmail, Google Calendar, etc.
  • Flexible with the schedule and may be required to assist with staffing assignments on other shifts
  • Be able to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
  • Respond quickly to alarms and/or emergencies
  • Climb ladders
  • Lift or move equipment such as packages, cables, or parcels
  • Must be able to lift or carry 20 or more pounds

 

Organization Field Museum
Industry Museum Jobs
Occupational Category Protection Services Officer
Job Location Chicago,USA
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 3 Years
Posted at 2023-06-23 3:09 pm
Expires on 2024-12-27