Security Guard at Southern Methodist University Inc in Dallas, Texas

Job Description:

Description



Hourly Range:


$18.25 per hour


About SMU


SMU's more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 80 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.


Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. The University's entrepreneurial spirit lives in people from every academic discipline who see opportunities to create something new in the world - and work hard to bring their innovations to life. SMU's relationship with Dallas - the dynamic center of one of the nation's fastest-growing regions - offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for our students, faculty and alumni to make a global impact. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities - from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.


About the Department:


The Meadows Museum at SMU houses one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of Spanish art outside of Spain. With works dating from the 10th to the 21st centuries, the internationally renowned collection presents a broad spectrum of art covering a thousand years of Spanish heritage. The Meadows Museum collection includes masterpieces by some of the world's greatest painters, including El Greco, Velázquez, Ribera, Murillo, Goya, Miró and Picasso.


The museum is a unique resource for local schools, colleges, the Dallas-Fort Worth community and visitors from around the world. With an active program of tours, educational outreach, weekend family days and a summer art program for young people, the Meadows Museum plays an important role as an educational and cultural center in North Texas. Throughout the year, the Meadows Museum presents an exciting series of special exhibitions, public lectures, symposia and gallery talks featuring university professors, visiting scholars and artists. The museum also hosts concerts by local and international musicians.


About the Position:


This role is an on-campus, in-person position.


The Meadows Museum, SMU, home to the most comprehensive collection of Spanish art outside of Spain, is seeking a Security Officer. This position reports to the Security Supervisor and provides security, safety and guest services in public and non-public areas of the museum as assigned. Under the direction of the Security Supervisor, it will be the responsibility of the Security Officer to safeguard the Meadows Museum and its collection, staff and visitors against damage and loss, following best museum practices. In addition, the Security Officer will monitor the surveillance systems of the Museum.


Candidates should have a minimum of two years of security experience for an equivalent sized institution, campus, or agency. This position is required to work weekdays, weekends, and evening hours.


Essential Functions:

• Responsible for security and protection of museum property, exhibits, classrooms and assets. Responsible for building security, door security, opening and closing of public and non-public areas and building rounds. Ensures safety of all persons on museum property, including staff and visitors.
  
  


• Conduct hourly rounds to ensure visitor safety. While on rounds, checks exhibitions and art storage rooms and reports problems to the Security Supervisor. Also checks stairwells, fire exits, fire extinguishers and pull boxes and mechanical rooms.
  
  


• Performs identification checks and clearance of guests entering the museum.
  
  


• Escorts approved visitors through non-public areas and may monitor individuals working in art storage rooms.
  
  


• Maintains records reflecting the physical condition of museum property as it applies to safety and security issues.
  
  


• Responsible for response to emergency calls and may perform CPR or First Aid in emergency situations. Acts as an Evacuation Monitor during emergency situations.
  
  


• Maintains a daily log and write incident reports.
  
  


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications



Education and Experience:


High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's degree is preferred.


A minimum of two (2) years of experience of security for an equivalent sized institution, campus, or agency is required.


Security Officer training preferred


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:


Candidate must demonstrate the ability to exercise alertness and judgment to detect danger or injury, work independently and in accordance with established procedures. Must also demonstrate the ability to deal effectively with possible vandals and trespassers, follow instructions and stand/walk for several hours during each shift.


Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills. Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.


Candidate must be fluent in all Office 365 applications and industry related operating systems.


This position has irregular hours with various days off, including holidays and weekends.


Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Sit for long periods of time

Deadline to Apply:


Open until filled.


Priority consideration may be given to those submissions received by April 21, 2025.


EEO Statement:


SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.


Benefits:


SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.


SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.


The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits. Apply Now