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SalaryJob Posting Title:
Gallery Assistant (Guard) -
Hiring Department:
Jack S Blanton Museum of Art -
Position Open To:
All Applicants -
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40 -
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt -
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately -
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue -
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS -
Job Details:
General Notes
The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is known for its bold vision, from a dynamic reinstallation of the collection galleries in 2017, to the opening of Ellsworth Kelly’s monumental work of art, Austin, in 2018, and redesign of its grounds by Snøhetta in 2023, and the exhibitions and educational programs that define the museum’s role in the community.
There is even more to come for the Blanton and the thousands of school and university students and visitors we serve. With a proven track record as a museum that is deeply relevant, and where education is embedded into everything we do, we have put The University of Texas at Austin, and the city of Austin, on the forefront of the visual arts.
Benefits eligible Blanton Museum of Art staff enjoy the same competitive benefits, programs and services available to the University of Texas at Austin employees. Blanton staff also have access to complimentary admission to the museum, selected museum events, and a 20% discount at the Museum Store.
The Blanton is home to a vast array of roles matching a wide range of interests and talents. No matter the staff position at the Blanton, all contribute to the preservation of culture and history for the entire community. We invite you to view and apply for this professional opportunity.
Purpose
The purpose of this position is to protect the University’s collections and property, safeguard visitors and staff, ultimately ensuring a safe and pleasant visitor experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the safety and security of the Blanton by monitoring and protecting the collection, visitors, galleries, and grounds. Provide clear guidance, direction, and information to ensure all visitors have a positive experience and adhere to museum policies.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a courteous and friendly manner.
- Provide knowledge of museum exhibitions, events, and the surrounding area to visitors.
- Serve as initial responder in the event of an emergency, know evacuation procedures and routes, and contacting a supervisor when appropriate. Act in a calm and decisive manner when assisting in the evacuation of the public and staff from the building, during fire alarms or other emergencies.
- Perform interior patrols of museum galleries during museum public hours and maintain order in assigned areas, including monitoring access and egress points of the building, and addressing inappropriate visitor behavior in a confident, calm, and courteous manner.
- Follow security procedures to assist in the opening and closing of the museum and assist in the activation and deactivation of some artworks.
- Report any missing, damaged objects, or unusual conditions to supervisors. Report any irregularities pertaining to building operations, safety or fire hazards during patrol of premises.
- Document and report observed physical interactions with works of art by visitors.
- Actively participate in training programs to improve knowledge of the museum, security best practices, and customer service skills.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- At least one year of previous experience in a museum or other cultural organization
- Must enjoy working with the public
- Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
- Promotes collaborative climate
- Ability to deal calmly with a wide variety of people in varying, often stressful circumstances
- Ability to calmly organize and effectively direct in emergency situations
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Ability to multitask and prioritize duties within the galleries
- Demonstrated professional demeanor and personal initiative
- Must be able to walk and stand for several hours at a time
- Occasional overtime to be worked with little to no advance notice
- Schedule for position is Tuesday through Saturday; working holidays is a must.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Educational background or interest in the visual arts, history, or cultural and historic preservation of objects
- Familiarity with the Blanton’s art collection
- One to three years security experience in an art museum or general museum/gallery, or other cultural organization
Salary Range
$39,000
Working Conditions
- Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
- Use of manual dexterity
- Climbing of stairs
- Must be able to stand and walk for several hours at a time
Work Shift
- Tuesday through Saturday. Working holidays is a must.
Required Materials
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information including email addresses; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
- Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval. -
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. -
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an
equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. -
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original
documents
to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university. -
E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English)[PDF]
- E-Verify Poster (Spanish)[PDF]
- Right To Work Poster (English)[PDF]
- Right To Work Poster (Spanish)[PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in
HOP-3031
. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may
access the most recent report here
or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
