Description:
The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the visitors, staff, facilities, and collections at the Witte Museum and its related sites. The Safety Officer assists in asset protection, loss prevention, emergency response and creating a positive visitor experience. The Safety Officer implements policies and procedures designed to protect the human and physical assets of the Witte Museum.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Minimizes loss from accidental, catastrophic and criminal events
- Implements safety and health programs to maintain a safe, healthy environment for visitors and employees
- Interacts positively with museum visitors and groups to ensure safety, comfort, and enjoyable experiences
- Monitors building security and fire systems; investigates abnormalities; and reports results to the Director of Safety and Manager of Safety
- Implements emergency communication network and provides emergency assistance as needed
- Patrols museum facilities and grounds to ensure the safety and security of visitors, staff, facilities, and collections
- Ensures staff, visitors, contractors, and vendors follow Witte Museum and Safety policies and procedures
- Prepares detailed daily logs, checklists, and incident reports for the Director of Safety and Manager of Safety
- Assists with special events as assigned by the Director of Safety and Manager of Safety
- Performs duties as assigned by the Director of Safety and Manager of Safety
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION:
- Required: High School Diploma or GED
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Must be certified in CPR and First Aid within the first 6 months of employment
- Must have experience and training in public safety, loss prevention, CCTV and access control systems
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, possess excellent people skills and be visitor driven
- Must have good communication skills
- Must be able to work independently and as a team member
- Military experience a plus