Director of Safety and Security (Full-time)

Summary:       Directs all aspects of the Frick Art Museum Guards and the current agency guards (outside contractor) to ensure a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors and all of the artifacts and art at the Frick Art & Historical Center.

·        Must have a commitment to fostering a workplace culture of Equity and Inclusion

Hours:           Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; hours may vary from time to time, and some weekend and evening work will be required

Reports to:     Executive Director

Status:             Full time, exempt with benefits

Salary:              $62,000-$80,000, based on experience

Responsibilities:

       I.          Manages, Schedules and Trains all safety staff: 50%

·          Interviews, hires, and trains all Safety personnel in current museum security practices that are standard in the field

·          Adhere to the Frick security policies and procedures.

·          Monitor the temperature and humidity levels within Clayton and the Frick Art Museum (FAM) by utilizing HVAC equipment and software; communicates issues and works to resolve issues with the Curatorial Department

·          Monitor, track and respond to alarms pertaining to all entry/exit from buildings on site using the current provided security software.

·          Perform rounds of the site utilizing the current provided security software.

·          Interface politely with the staff and visitors.

     II.          Maintain and establish site-wide safety policies and procedures and ensures all  personnel are trained and in compliance: 25%

·          Prepares and updates the site-wide disaster plan with input from the Director of Operations and Director of Enterprise and Visitor Services.

·          Implements annual disaster training programs with all staff on a consistent basis

• Updates fire and entry alarm systems and assists in performing annual fire extinguisher inspections.
• Establishes good working relations with all local and City of Pittsburgh emergency staffs.

    III.          Collaborates with fellow Senior Staff members to understand and enhance specific organizational needs: 10%

·             Attends and participates in Senior Staff meetings.

·             Establishes good working relations with all local and City of Pittsburgh emergency staffs.

   IV.          Develops and manages the annual safety budget: 10%

    V.          Oversees the Frick Safety Committee and implements committee recommendations: 5%

  VI.          Handles other duties as requested by management

Qualifications:

·        Minimum of 5 years of Safety Management or directly related experience required. Museum experience strongly preferred but not required.

·        Bachelor’s Degree in a related curriculum or, an additional two years of Safety Management experience.

·        Ability to think and work strategically and quickly.

·        Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to deal effectively with donors, visitors, and staff.

·        Proficiency in Windows Office Suite – a history of working with security software a plus.

·        Ability to handle a variety of responsibilities under pressure and time constraints

·        Clearance of a criminal background check.

The Frick Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to fostering a workplace culture of accessibility, inclusion, diversity, and racial equality and urges all diverse candidates to apply.