About Motown Museum

In the 1960s, Hitsville U.S.A. was buzzing with activity. These modest buildings on Detroit’s West Grand Boulevard housed dozens of the music industry’s most talented, passionate and successful people. More than half a century later, the walls of Motown Museum continue to hold that entrepreneurial energy for its staff—and you could be part of our team.  

As a museum and cultural institution, we seek to hire talented and skilled individuals interested in careers, internships, and volunteers across a variety of functions—including staff for collections, programming, fund development, guest services, retail, management, and more. 

About the role

• Overview

The Security Officer is responsible for deterring criminal activity and enforcing rules on assigned Motown property or location. Their duties include protecting property, staff, guests, and visitors as well as monitoring surveillance cameras and alarms and patrolling areas to do security checks.

What you'll do

• Essential Functions

·        Directly responsible for observing surroundings and providing for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, and protecting people and property, while promoting good public relations.

·        Respond to alarms or disturbances and report to the Security Supervisor.

·        Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and criminal activities.

·        Maintain visibility in all public areas.

·        Administering First Aid and CPR/AED to those in potential distress.

·        Monitor the movement of suspicious vehicles/people and report to the Security Supervisor.

·        In cases of fire and where it is safe to do so, use the fire extinguishers in the area to extinguish the fire and then if the fire is not immediately extinguished, activate the fire alarm, and evacuate the building by the nearest emergency exit.

Qualifications

• Competencies

·        Ability to understand and operate two-way radio.

·        Exceptional interpersonal skills.

·        Knowledge of security protocols.

·        Ability to act appropriately in stressful situations.

·        Adept in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques; preferred.

·        Ability to understand and operate camera systems.

·        Report writing.

Supervisory Responsibility

No

Work Environment

This position operates in a public environment, both inside and outside of the museum. This role is subject to being exposed to external elements depending on the weather and season.

Physical Demands/Strength

While performing the duties of this position, the employee should be physically fit and able to stand for long periods of time.

Environmental Conditions

Moderate to high noise and temperature change.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Hourly. This position regularly requires weekend work and evenings.

Travel

Some travel to the Museum’s facilities and outside event locations. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Education/Experience

·        High school diploma or equivalent

·        Proven 2+ years of experience as a security officer preferred

·        Military or law enforcement background preferred

·        Experience with security equipment and surveillance preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

☐ United States Citizen                ☐Visa                ☐ H1-B                   ☐ Other

AAP/EEO

Motown Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.