COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY

The Missouri Historical Society commits to a process of listening attentively to one another and leveraging best practices and resources across our organization to promote a culture of inclusion where individuals from all racial and ethnic identities; ages; nationalities; social and economic statuses; sexual orientations; gender identities/expressions; religious, political, and ideological perspectives; and abilities are able to be engaged, feel valued, and thrive. click here for the full Commitment to Racial Equity

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for the staff, visitors and the collections at all Society properties. The Officer will stand posts, screen access, patrol, monitor activity, have courteous and professional interaction with Museum visitors and deter and/or interdict criminal activity according to Missouri Historical Society's policy and the St. Louis County Police Private Security Section. This shift works from 12midnight-8:00am.

Essential Functions:

• As an essential staff member, required to work scheduled shift at all times, in all conditions
• Provides excellent services to all visitors and achieve departmental standards in visitor satisfaction and service excellence Represent the Institution in an exemplary manner as front-line staff
• Conducts Security Patrols to deter the threat of crime
• Demonstrates and maintain current and accurate knowledge of Missouri Society's Resource Protection Department and St. Louis County Private Security Section's Policies and Procedures
• Attends training and staff meetings as required by the Institution and the Resource Protection Department
• Communicates with co-workers, supervisors and Missouri Historical Society's staff and visitors
• Maintains accountability for submitting accurate documentation
• Performs tasks associated with Resource Protection Officer duties

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Some secondary education and experience in security-related field a plus
• 2-years experience preferred

Skills:

• Must be able to obtain a Metropolitan Security Officer's License through the St. Louis County Police Department Private Security Section
• Must have a valid state issued vehicle operator's license
• Required to stand and walk a large percent of time
• Often required to work a flexible schedule outside of normal business hours

Deadline to Apply: Open until filled.

Please upload cover letter and resume when applying.

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