Security Officer, Part-time & Casual
Senator John Heinz History Center · heinzhistorycenter.org
PittsburghSenior5+ yrsPart-time
The job in short
Part-time casual security guard.
Details
- Found
- 26 d ago · posted 2026-08-26
- Location as listed
- Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- Role
- Security Officer / Guard
- Pay (as listed)
- $15 an hour
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Senator John Heinz History Center - Pittsburgh, PA, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Varied, The Senator John Heinz History Center, the largest history museum in Pennsylvania dedicated to history and an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, is seeking part-time and casual, Security Officers. Security Officers must be friendly yet firm and responsive to the needs of all customers. The Officer may be questioned by the public on a number of topics regarding the History Center – directions within, amenities, exhibit components, and facilities. The officer observes and operates security systems as well as assists with overall risk management – locating, correcting and/or reporting threats of all kinds
to the organization. The position demands that the officer maintain a working knowledge of the History Center exhibits, programs, and emergency response protocols while providing extraordinary customer service /interactions. Since the Officer at times be the only person in the building, a high degree of attentiveness and pro-activity will be necessary.
These are part-time and casual positions reporting to the Chief of Security.
Why Work at the History Center?
Rewarding, mission-driven work that makes an impact in the community!
Smithsonian-affiliated museum located in Pittsburgh’s vibrant and historic Strip District
Voted the #1 history museum in the nation by USA Today
Voted Best Museum in Pittsburgh by Pittsburgh Magazine
Paid sick days
Nine (9) paid holidays
Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
Discounts in the Museum Shop and Café
Public transportation and parking options nearby
Qualifications:
Available to work days, nights, evenings, weekends and holidays strongly preferred.
High school education or equivalent required with 2 years, recent (within the last 5 years) and relevant security experience.
Graduate of an accredited security program or police academy a plus.
This position requires extreme attentiveness with the security monitors, alarms, and execution of security
procedures ensuring the safety of the patrons during late evening events, evening/night staff, facilities,
and other facility contents. This position is moderately physically demanding. It also requires the ability
to be both a multi-team player as well as function independently with a lot of self-motivation. Must
have extraordinary customer service and interpersonal skills.
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