Gallery Attendant - Part Time, Temporary

Syndeo Staffing is hiring several part-time / temporary Gallery Attendants who will be responsible for specialized work that encompasses strong visitor service as well as surveillance and security duties for a local art museum. An individual in this position interacts positively with the public who visit museum galleries and attend museum programs. The Attendant will prevent disorderly conduct and/or damage to works of art and museum property.

As a Gallery Attendant, you must work independently and use discretion and judgment to handle situations that arise. The right person may also coordinate with a team of other gallery attendants to balance and effectively execute daily security functions. The Gallery Attendant is a temporary position requiring flexible scheduling to work during evening and weekend open hours and/or events.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direction and information to the public
• Monitor security of property, especially artwork on display, against fire, theft, and vandalism
• Make daily superficial examination of artwork on display and record/report any evidence of damage or deterioration
• Maintain discipline in and around the building and grounds
• Perform crowd control functions as needed
• Contact maintenance staff as needed
• Contact law enforcement as needed
• Opens and closes the Museum
• Operate and monitor electronic security systems and cameras
• Directs visitors in the evacuation of premises at times of emergency
• Ensures that adequate lighting is provided when and where needed
• Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1 year security experience in museum, zoo, or non-profit organization (preferred)
• Comfortable interacting with members of the public in a professional manner
• Able to walk for extended periods while remaining quiet and observant
• Capable of recognizing hazardous events and responding quickly and appropriately
• Able to accurately use and comprehend a logbook
• Basic understanding of security system operations
• Able to understand and follow instructions, rules, and procedures
• Familiar with basic life safety methods and regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Strong self-management and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to complete projects
• Physically able to:
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted
  • Push a cart with up to 60 pounds of resistance
  • Stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for more than 2 hours at a time

Wage, Schedule & Dress Code:

• $13/hour; Part-time flexible schedules available for a specific art event running Aug 23 - Nov 16
• Regular work attendance required on evenings and weekends
• Open to the public: 10 am-5 pm Tues-Thurs & Sat-Sun, Fri 10 am-9 pm
• Black shoes (no heels), black shirt and pants