Security Guard

Worcester Art Museum 55 Salisbury St. Worcester, MA 01609

Date Posted:

April 03, 2026

Region:

Remote Category:

Facilities/Security/Grounds Type:

Part-Time

Security Guard Description:

The Worcester Art Museum is looking for a part-time Security Guard to join the Security team and play a key role in keeping the Museum safe, secure, and running smoothly around the clock. Schedules include nights, overnights, weekends, and some holidays, so flexibility is essential. This role is a great fit for someone with prior security, monitoring, or dispatch-style experience who isfortable working independently within a structured, procedure driven environment. This role is primarily based in a control room, w you'll monitor security cameras and critical building systems such as intrusion alarms, fire alarms, access control, and climate control. You'll manage staff, vendor, and contractor access, log deliveries,plete shift reports, and perform regular rounds of the building. You'll also be responsible for identifying situations that don't look right—such as system alerts, safety concerns, or unexpected activity—and taking appropriate first steps by following established procedures and escalating concerns as needed. In many cases, you are the starting point for emergency response coordination, including contacting management or emergency services when required. The ideal candidate can work independently, stay detail oriented, and use sound judgment while following written procedures. You should befortable identifying issues,municating clearly by phone, radio, and in writing, and remaining calm while following procedures in urgent situations, including during overnight shifts. This role is well suited for someone who is reliable, proactive, and able to manage their responsibilities during quieter periods, while also working collaboratively as part of a small, close knit team. Experience in security operations, system monitoring, dispatch, or a similar environment is strongly preferred.

Position Title:

Security Guard Employment Type:

Part-time, non-exempt

Department:

Security Division:

Operations s to:

Security Operations Manager Supervisory Responsibilities:

None Salary Range:

 Starting rate $16.25 hourly

Qualifications:

Key Requirements:

Comfort with technology: Comfortable learning and using monitoring tools, email, and related systems.

Strong attention to detail:

Able to monitor systems,plete rounds, and spot irregularities or safety issues.

Adaptability and resilience:

Stays calm, flexible, and responsive when priorities change.

Strongmunication skills:

Clearmunication by phone, radio, and in writing with staff and vendors; limited public interaction.

Team collaboration:

Works well with a small team and partners across departments.

Relevant experience:

Security or system-monitoring experience preferred; related facilities or customer-service experience also valued. Must be 21 years of age or older Physical Requirements This role includes regular movement throughout the building as part of routine safety rounds. Candidates must be able to walk long distances, use stairs, and remain in a standing or seated position for extended periods while monitoring systems and performing assigned duties, with or without reasonable amodation. WAM The Worcester Art Museum connects people,munities, and cultures through the experience of art. Our wide-ranging exhibitions tell global stories—from art made thousands of years ago to works being created today. The Museum's collection of nearly 40,000 objects, assembled since its opening in 1898, provides a foundation to connect visitors of all ages with art, artists, and the ideas they spark. With strong ties to both our localmunity and the international art world, the Worcester Art Museum is an essential cultural venue for Central Massachusetts and beyond. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility at

WAM:

At WAM we aremitted to building a diverse environment, one w staff feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. Please visit our Mission, Vision, and Values page to learn more. The Museum is an equal opportunity employermitted to diversity.