Gallery Attendant - Part Time, Temporary Job at Syndeo, Wichita, KS

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  • Syndeo
  • Wichita, KS

Job Description

Syndeo Staffing is hiring several part-time / temporary Gallery Attendants who will be responsible for specialized work that encompasses strong visitor service as well as surveillance and security duties for the Wichita Art Museum. An individual in this position interacts positively with the public who visit museum galleries and attend museum programs. The Attendant will prevent disorderly conduct and/or damage to works of art and museum property.

As a Gallery Attendant, you must work independently and use discretion and judgment to handle situations that arise. The right person may also coordinate with a team of other gallery attendants to balance and effectively execute daily security functions. The Gallery Attendant is a temporary position requiring flexible scheduling to work during evening and weekend open hours and/or events.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direction and information to the public
  • Monitor security of property, especially artwork on display, against fire, theft, and vandalism
  • Make daily superficial examination of artwork on display and record/report any evidence of damage or deterioration
  • Maintain discipline in and around the building and grounds
  • Perform crowd control functions as needed
  • Contact maintenance staff as needed
  • Contact law enforcement as needed
  • Opens and closes the Museum
  • Operate and monitor electronic security systems and cameras
  • Directs visitors in the evacuation of premises at times of emergency
  • Ensures that adequate lighting is provided when and where needed
  • Various other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • 1+ year security experience in museum, zoo, or non-profit organization (preferred)
  • Comfortable interacting with members of the public in a professional manner
  • Able to walk for extended periods while remaining quiet and observant
  • Capable of recognizing hazardous events and responding quickly and appropriately
  • Able to accurately use and comprehend a logbook
  • Basic understanding of security system operations
  • Able to understand and follow instructions, rules, and procedures
  • Familiar with basic life safety methods and regulations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
  • Strong self-management and organizational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to complete projects
  • Physically able to:
    • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted
    • Push a cart with up to 60 pounds of resistance
    • Stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, and walk for more than 2 hours at a time

Wage, Schedule & Dress Code:

  • $13/hour; Part-time flexible schedules available for a specific art event running Jan 31 - May 10
  • Regular work attendance required on evenings and weekends
  • Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, & Sunday 9:45 AM - 5:00 PM Fridays are split shift 9:45 AM-3:30 PM/3:00 PM-9:00 PM
  • Black shoes (no heels), black shirt and pants

Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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