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William and Mary

Part-Time Museum Security Officer

Conducts daily performance and facility logs in the absence of the Director of Security and communicates security concerns to Museum administration. Supervises front line security operations in the ...

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Museum Security Guard

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Security experience in a customer service-oriented environment with direct customer relations preferred. Security license not required but experience in a museum or gallery setting preferred.

Farnsworth Art Museum

Security Guard - Full Time

Rockland, ME · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

The Museum Security Guard has general responsibility for public safety, and protection of works of ... Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedure and Disaster Plan reviewing periodically as directed ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for museum security director in the United States is $104,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $117,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a museum security director?

A Museum Security Director is responsible for overseeing the safety and security of a museum's collections, staff, and visitors. They develop and implement security policies, monitor surveillance systems, coordinate emergency response plans, and manage security personnel. Their role involves assessing risks, preventing theft or vandalism, and ensuring compliance with legal and safety regulations. Effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a museum security director?

To excel as a Museum Security Director, you need extensive experience in security management, knowledge of loss prevention strategies, and a strong understanding of risk assessment, typically supported by a degree in criminal justice or a related field. Familiarity with surveillance technology, access control systems, and security certifications such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional) is highly valuable. Exceptional leadership, crisis management abilities, and strong interpersonal communication skills help build effective teams and work well with museum staff. These skills are crucial for ensuring the safety of people, artifacts, and facilities while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for visitors.

What are some typical challenges faced by a museum security director?

Museum Security Directors often encounter the challenge of balancing robust security protocols with maintaining a positive visitor experience. They must address potential threats such as theft, vandalism, and emergency situations, all while complying with industry standards and adapting to evolving security technologies. Directors also coordinate closely with museum leadership, local law enforcement, and various internal teams to develop and update security policies. Navigating these demands requires strategic planning, situational awareness, and the ability to train and lead a diverse security staff.

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Infographic showing various Museum Security Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,452 per year, or $50.2 per hour.

Security Officer - Michael C. Carlos Museum

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Museum Security
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$15.50 - $18.25/hr

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Posted 28 days ago

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Security And Operations Officer

The Michael C. Carlos Museum is currently seeking a qualified candidate to work as a Security and Operations Officer in the museum. The candidate must help to provide a safe environment for museum employees and visitors and to safeguard the fine art and equipment by protecting the museum from various types of threats such as theft, vandalism, fire or any other type of danger.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure that all museum security and safety guidelines and procedures are adhered to and followed appropriately.
  • Patrols gallery spaces making observations to detect and deter unauthorized persons or activities and unsafe conditions.
  • Watch over the visitors, staff and museum assets and equipment.
  • Responsible for maintaining order and secure conditions within the museum.
  • Monitors the surveillance systems such as the CCTV system.
  • Must have good verbal communication and public relations skills.
  • Operate and be proficient in using a two-way radio system.
  • Coaches and mentor's student Gallery Attendant staff, providing guidance and redirection to support high-quality customer service standards.
  • Follows organizational guidelines in reporting security-related information.
  • Monitor and operate the facility security access control card system.
  • Must be able to professionally and calmly handle emergencies.
  • Monitors facility fire alarm systems.
  • Ability to become TSA Certified within one year.
  • Report any hazardous conditions or irregularities to the appropriate museum personnel.
  • Manages the museum lost and found services.
  • Commitment to fostering a diverse educational environment and workplace. Ability to work effectively with a diverse staff, faculty and student population.
  • Working knowledge of standard computer office applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point or other Productive software.
  • Provides restraint under lawful direction and may administer first aid or CPR in emergency situations.
  • Investigates and makes written reports on incidents, accidents, property damage and similar matters.
  • Serves as information conduit for University Police or Emergency Medical Services following facility alarms, medical emergencies, and/or museum policy compliance issues.
  • Reports maintenance, custodial, elevator and HVAC issues to ensure swift resolution following identification, including placing service calls for issues.
  • Receives, login and distribute incoming mail packages and deliveries via UPS and FedEx carriers to museum employees.
  • Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently.
  • Escort and monitor outside contractors/vendors while providing contracted services high security areas of the facility.
  • Directing and informing visitors to appropriate resources and the ability to provide exemplary customer service to patrons.
  • Handles the museums admissions desk functions such as ticketing and membership sales.
  • Ability to operate museum POS and credit card machine systems.
  • Ability to build and sustain effective interpersonal relationships with Emory University staff, faculty, students and campus visitors.
  • Provides crowd control and security for special museum events and openings.
  • Ensures that visitors do not touch or photograph the artwork.
  • Required to work some evening hours as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • One year of military or security experience.
  • Able to exercise physical restraint.
  • May require a valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.

Note: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

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