At the Denver Art Museum (DAM), we believe creativity and community thrive in a safe, welcoming environment. As a Security Guard, you will play a vital role in fostering the safety of our visitors, staff, and artwork. With on-the-job training and support, you’ll develop skills in emergency response, prevention and de-escalation techniques, and security technology. If you are dependable, attentive, and committed to excellent service, we’d love to have you on our team!
Schedule: Full-time; Overnight Shift (10pm – 7am)
Location: Denver Art Museum
Pay Range: $20.50 – $25.00/hour (Based on experience).
A $0.50/hour language differential is available for candidates who demonstrate Spanish language proficiency. A $0.50/hour shift differential is also available.
Perks & Benefits: Free RTD EcoPass; free DAM Family Membership; 4 hours of personal time plus Colorado paid sick leave; Employee Assistance Program; subscription to Headspace; 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute; those who meet the requirements after one year and 1,000 worked hours qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and up to 2% match program; and more.
What You’ll Do
As a DAM Security Guard, your responsibilities will include:
Providing excellent customer service while performing security duties.
Working on a variety of security posts to foster the safety and security of the people, the artwork and the Denver Art Museum Campus.
Monitoring a variety of posts to ensure the safety of people, artwork, and the campus.
Communicating via two-way radio and operate CCTV/security systems.
Patrolling or standing for extended periods of time.
Supporting DAM’s Racial Equity Roadmap initiatives through goal setting and applying a racial equity lens in daily work.
What We’re Looking For
You might be a great fit if you have:
High school diploma or GED required; no prior security experience needed—training provided.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate orally and in writing, and communicate effectively and diplomatically with a diverse group of people.
Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and decision-making while working independently.
Flexible availability.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred (not required).
Work Environment/Physical Activities
Able to quickly evacuate/help others to do the same in the event of an emergency.
Able to climb the building stairs, a minimum of 3 floors without stopping within 90 seconds.
20/20 binocular vision, corrected to a minimum of 20/30.
Three dimension and color vision.
No serious speech impediment
Demonstrate physical agility by bending over and picking up a coin.
Able to lift and operate to discharge, a 10-lb. fire extinguisher.
Lift a 25-lb small child (simulated) and carry as in rescue situation for 25 ft.
Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time.
Hear a normal conversation, or radio traffic, in a typical museum environment.
Must pass an annual basic medical exam to assure ability to complete the job requirements.
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