Museum attendant job description
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Example museum attendant requirements on a job description
Museum attendant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in museum attendant job postings.
Sample museum attendant requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Familiarity with museum policies and procedures
- Ability to handle cash and other payment methods
- Basic computer skills
- Excellent customer service skills
Sample required museum attendant soft skills
- Ability to work independently
- Strong organizational skills
- Capable of multitasking
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
Museum attendant job description example 1
American Museum of Natural History museum attendant job description
The American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) will host an Open House event for Security & Safety Museum Attendant Guard positions:
Tuesday, October 25th from 10:00am - 1:00pm
The Open House is an exciting opportunity for participants to learn firsthand about the AMNH, Security team and Museum Attendant Guard position through group interviews, tours and meetings with current staff and management.
The AMNH in New York City is one of the premier Science, research, and cultural institutions in the country. The AMNH is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world's cultures. The AMNH seeks Museum Attendant Guards to join their Security and Safety team.
Security Guard duties may include the following:
* Protection of exhibits and Museum property, patrolling and guarding hall or halls, maintaining proper temperatures during the heating season as trained.
* Provide the highest level of customer service during interactions with all visitors. Advise public of location of other exhibit halls, restrooms, etc. Answer questions where possible and referring others when appropriate.
* Provide security team support in the auditorium or other meeting areas for various types of programs.
* Report existence of suspicious persons and monitor until relieved.
* Monitor visitor behavior and encourage compliance with safety measures and guidance among visitors of all ages, either in organized groups or as individuals.
* Report any damage to exhibits, unsafe conditions, loose floor tiles, torn window shades, etc., also any unusual occurrences such as minor accidents, and other cases requiring additional help or authority.
* Escalate any report of lost children or other persons in need and assist in relevant search efforts as directed.
* Respond to exhibit case or fire alarms and report conditions as appropriate.
* Perform fire watch duties as directed and assist in emergency evacuation of visitors and staff when required.
* When assigned to night shifts, perform safety and hazard patrols throughout public and all non-public areas.
It is possible, although rare, that Security Museum Attendant Guards may be assigned to complete the job duties of Museum Attendant Guards in Custodial Services.
Tuesday, October 25th from 10:00am - 1:00pm
The Open House is an exciting opportunity for participants to learn firsthand about the AMNH, Security team and Museum Attendant Guard position through group interviews, tours and meetings with current staff and management.
The AMNH in New York City is one of the premier Science, research, and cultural institutions in the country. The AMNH is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world's cultures. The AMNH seeks Museum Attendant Guards to join their Security and Safety team.
Security Guard duties may include the following:
* Protection of exhibits and Museum property, patrolling and guarding hall or halls, maintaining proper temperatures during the heating season as trained.
* Provide the highest level of customer service during interactions with all visitors. Advise public of location of other exhibit halls, restrooms, etc. Answer questions where possible and referring others when appropriate.
* Provide security team support in the auditorium or other meeting areas for various types of programs.
* Report existence of suspicious persons and monitor until relieved.
* Monitor visitor behavior and encourage compliance with safety measures and guidance among visitors of all ages, either in organized groups or as individuals.
* Report any damage to exhibits, unsafe conditions, loose floor tiles, torn window shades, etc., also any unusual occurrences such as minor accidents, and other cases requiring additional help or authority.
* Escalate any report of lost children or other persons in need and assist in relevant search efforts as directed.
* Respond to exhibit case or fire alarms and report conditions as appropriate.
* Perform fire watch duties as directed and assist in emergency evacuation of visitors and staff when required.
* When assigned to night shifts, perform safety and hazard patrols throughout public and all non-public areas.
It is possible, although rare, that Security Museum Attendant Guards may be assigned to complete the job duties of Museum Attendant Guards in Custodial Services.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024