Overview
Class “D” Security Officer (Part-time) Evenings Jobs in Panama City, FL at American Paratus Security Agency
Job Description
The Protection Services Officer I (PSO) is a member of the Protection Services team, which performs a critical role by protecting the safety of visitors, staff and Museum property. PSOI’s work in various locations throughout the Museum including the lobby, gallery spaces, special exhibits, gift shop/ cafe areas and patrolling. This role will be cross trained to work in these different locations and helps adherence to the “Visitor Agreement to Safe & Inclusive Spaces”.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Acts as the first responder to disruptive persons entering the lobbies and adjacent areas
Interacts with visitors in a welcoming manner by assisting with wayfinding and providing information related to the Museum collection, public programs, and events
Safeguard Museum assets, property, equipment, and facilitates against illegal and destructive acts
Communicate museum policies in a respectful manner using flexibility and discretion to achieve a safe and positive outcome
Customer service focus at all times
Maintain gallery capacity and oversees crowd control primarily during high traffic events and exhibitions
Resolve conflict using de-escalation techniques and upholding equity and inclusion values
Removes and tresspasses visitors if needed from the campus who exhibit harassment, discrimination, threatening or disrespectful behaviors
Communicating with law enforcement, fire departments and emergency medical personnel
Initiating building evacuations
Communicates important notification functions via phone, email or 2 way radio
Document activity and write reports in a complete and concise manner
Opening and closing the Museum
Gallery inspections
Responding to requests for assistance
Assisting with the training of newly hired security officers
Assisting with building evacuation procedures and sweeps during emergency situations
Secondary or Additional Responsibilities
Utilize radio for department communications and other technology such as computer, iPad, etc
Attend ongoing training and learning opportunities
Promote and support institutional equity and inclusion goals
Maintain confidentiality regarding the Museum’s proprietary information and operations
Perform other related duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Institutional Responsibilities
Support the Museum’s mission, vision and core values of creativity, connection, equity, learning, accessibility and accountability
Contribute to and support the PAM strategic plan, annual priorities, and institutional initiatives such as diversity, equity, inclusion and access
Contribute to a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect, a spirit of collegiality, cooperation, and openness to many perspectives
Participate in a culture of ongoing learning, collaboration, innovation, creativity, and community engagement
Promote equity and inclusion goals and have a “people first” mindset
Required Knowledge & Skills
If you have any questions along the way including wanting to talk about a non traditional career background, please reach out to HR.
Approachable, customer service focused demeanor with a people-first value
Basic knowledge of security principles
Prior experience interacting with people suffering from mental illness and or under the influence of drugs/alcohol
Work collaboratively in an equitable and inclusive framework with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds
Comfortable dealing with conflict, de-escalation, and confrontation
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Basic operational knowledge of computer including word processing and email
Adhere to Security dress code and visibly represent the Museum
Effective problem solving skills
Education, Formal & Informal Experience, Training Required, Certification, Etc.
High school diploma or equivalent combination of experience and education required
Current Oregon Department of Public Standards Safety Training (DPSST) Unarmed certification (or obtained within 30 days of employment)
First Aid, CPR & AED training certification (or obtained within 30 days of employment)
Prior security, law enforcement or military experience preferred but not required
Job Conditions
Non-Exempt/Full-Time Status
Schedule/Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM (40 hours per week). Hours may be extended on Free Thursdays and during Free Weekends
Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and special events
On-call rotation required
Overtime and weekends required
Works with emergency equipment including first-aid kits, fire extinguishers, and AED devices
Interaction with potentially violent or hostile individuals
Exposure to blood and bodily fluids due to medical incidents
Physical Activities
Occasionally lift/push/pull up to 50lbs in emergencies
Frequently ascends and descends stairs
Occasionally remains stationary for prolonged periods of time but in an emergency will require rapid movement through the Museum campus
Occasionally grasping and handling of objects such as pens, computer mouse, and radio
Frequently talking with colleagues and visitors
Occasionally operates a computer and other office equipment, such as a phone, i-Pad, and printer
Frequently listening and communicating to callers on the radio
Benefits
This role is non-exempt/hourly and full-time
$2,000 hiring bonus after 6 months of continuous employment
Budgeted compensation is within pay grade C ($18.31 min – $21.05 mid – $23.81 max), depending on experience
Healthcare package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K match, and flexible spending accounts
Paid time off: 6 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, vacation, sick, and bereavement leave
Transportation benefits: TriMet / C-Tran / parking reimbursement account or bike to work enrollment
Museum admission & lectures, programs, and gift shop discounts
R.E.A.P (Reciprocal Employee Attraction Pass), providing free general admission to local destinations
Application Process for Protection Services Officer I
In order to be considered eligible, submissions require a resume, four references, and all application questions answered. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application materials will be screened and interview candidates will be selected and notified by email. All applicants will be notified once the position is filled.
Closing date: Open Until Filled
Company Description
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
The Museum is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in our hiring practices and in our Museum employee experiences. We strive to foster a mindful and respectful environment in which everyone can be their authentic selves at work and experience a culture free of harassment, racism, and discrimination.
The Museum is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political belief, disability or any other legally protected status. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. This commitment ensures that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application, interview, and hiring process. Alternative formats of this application are available upon request. If reasonable accommodation or an alternative form of this application is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 503.276.4358.
About the Portland Art Museum and PAM CUT // Center for an Untold Tomorrow
The seventh oldest museum in the United States, the Portland Art Museum is internationally recognized for its permanent collection and ambitious special exhibitions drawn from the Museum’s holdings and the world’s finest public and private collections. The Museum’s collection of more than 50,000 objects, displayed in 112,000 square feet of galleries, reflects the history of art from ancient times to today. The collection is distinguished for its holdings of arts of the native peoples of North America, English silver, and the graphic arts. An active collecting institution dedicated to preserving great art for the enrichment of future generations, the Museum devotes 90 percent of its galleries to its permanent collection.
The Museum’s campus of landmark buildings, a cornerstone of Portland’s cultural district, includes the Jubitz Center for Modern and Contemporary Art, the Gilkey Center for Graphic Arts, the Schnitzer Center for Northwest Art, PAM CUT, and the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Center for Native American Art. With a membership of more than 22,000 households and serving more than 350,000 visitors annually, the Museum is a premier venue for education in the visual arts. For information on exhibitions and programs visit portlandartmuseum.org.
PAM CUT celebrates cinematic storytelling from around the corner and across the globe, embracing artists who want to express themselves in a variety of ways and don’t fit into neat categorization or boxes.
The Portland, Oregon-based organization focuses on pioneering, multi-faceted artists changing for whom, by whom and how cinematic stories are told — and provides support directly to creatives through exhibitions, artist residency, career sustainability programs, ongoing education, and global recognition platforms including programming at its signature spaces at the Portland Art Museum, PAM CUT galleries, and the Tomorrow Theater.
PAM CUT also serves individuals and communities who want to share experiences through our participatory, ever-evolving, and unbound programming. Audiences attending PAM CUT programs experience and create cinematic storytelling in many forms including: Film, Series, Audio, Gaming, Animation, Immersive and XR, and more! Learn more at pamcut.org.
Title: Class “D” Security Officer (Part-time) Evenings
Company: American Paratus Security Agency
Location: Panama City, FL
