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Shift Lead Security Specialist (3rd Shift)

Date Posted: Aug 6, 2026

Requisition ID: 482129

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites:

The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) is a museum system with 12 locations across the state, including the Indiana State Museum in downtown Indianapolis and 11 historic sites across the state. The ISMHS is a forward-thinking, unparalleled resource for learning about and appreciating Indiana and its role in the world. We discover, collect, preserve, interpret, and present artifacts and exhibits that showcase the stories of Indiana's natural and cultural history, art, and science.

Role Overview:

The Security Specialist Shift Lead (3rd Shift) provides leadership and oversight of overnight security operations to ensure the safety of museum visitors, staff, collections, exhibits, and state property. Serving as the primary security authority during overnight hours, this role coordinates daily operations, monitors building security systems, responds to emergencies, and ensures all departmental policies and procedures are followed. The Shift Lead supervises and supports Security Specialists, conducts routine interior and exterior patrols, monitors surveillance and life-safety systems, responds to alarms and incidents, prepares detailed reports, secures museum facilities, and assists after‑hours contractors and vendors. Additionally, this position leads overnight emergency response efforts, serves as the main point of contact for operational issues, and contributes to training, coaching, mentoring, and maintaining overall readiness. Success in the role requires strong leadership and decision‑making, excellent communication and report‑writing skills, and keen situational awareness paired with effective problem‑solving abilities.

This is a full-time, fixed third-shift position with the following schedule:

Wednesday through Sunday 12:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.This is a set schedule and is not subject to routine rotation.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $25,766.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/0) to view the total compensation package.

What You'll Need for Success:

• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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