Full-time Security Guard

The Contemporary Arts Center is seeking a Full-time Security Guard.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION:
Working under the guidance of the Facility Director and Security Supervisor, the CAC Security Guard maintains accurate records relating to the security of the building. Security Guards also provide frontline visitor support and customer service to the general public. Must have superior people and communication skills. Ensures that members and visitors needs are properly attended to and provides information for exhibitions, events, programs and memberships. Demonstrates exemplary ability to engage the public and handle customer service/ visitor challenges for positive outcomes. Values teamwork and understands the important role of the security/facility department within the CAC. Offers flexibility with scheduling and hours available to work. This is a full time position with benefits available.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

 *   Interact with the visitor regarding information, guidance and security related issues
 *   Maintain current and daily information on CAC events and exhibitions
 *   Monitor security and life safety systems
 *   Record and report all patron/security/safety incidents to the Security Supervisor
 *   Receive and document all deliveries and shipments
 *   Maintain security for art exhibitions and patrons
 *   Oversee Gallery Attendants currently on duty
 *   Attend training for Visitor Services and exhibitions
 *   Other duties as assigned

GENERAL:

 *   Takes direction from the Security Supervisor
 *   Maintains a clean appearance, in uniform when scheduled.
 *   Possesses the ability to multi-task and remain calm in high-pace environment and stressful situations
 *   Able to make sound decisions
 *   Promptly answers incoming calls from the CAC general telephone line, appropriately directs call to correct person; takes the initiative to address inquires at the Visitor desk if visitor service staff is busy with other patrons (e.g., provide directions, architectural, exhibition and general CAC information)
 *   Assists front desk staff with admissions as needed

SKILLS REQUIRED:
Knowledge of security and life safety systems, policies and procedures. Must be computer literate, have organizational skills, possess excellent interpersonal skills, be self motivated, and hold self to high personal standards. Highly self-motivated, energetic and takes the initiative to interact with the general public.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please send cover letter and resume by August 12, 2010 to:

Contemporary Arts Center
Lois & Richard Rosenthal Center for Contemporary Art
44 East 6th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Attn: Human Resources

Also, application materials can be emailed to hc@contemporaryartscenter.org.  No phone calls accepted.

The Contemporary Arts Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.