Jobs

The Albright-Knox Art Gallery is currently hiring for the following positions. We are unable to accept unsolicited resumes.


Security Shift Leader (Full-Time)

The Security Shift Leader reports directly to the Supervisor of Security Operations.

Position Details

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure that all posts are staffed with qualified security officers
  • Provide leadership to ensure that all orders are performed in a complete and professional manner
  • Perform assigned duties when serving in the role of a working officer in a manner which demonstrates commitment to excellence by personal example
  • Respond to call-offs and no-shows, ensuring shift is filled
  • May act as the primary backup to cover open posts
  • Review shift reports, activities log, and other documents to ensure content accuracy and completeness
  • When necessary, engage in staffing and operational problem-solving
  • Complete any additional tasks or details as assigned by the Head of Security and Safety Services 
  • Respond promptly to officer reports (oral and written) of violations of Gallery security policies and procedures and life safety hazards
  • Refer reports to staff responsible for remedial action or when necessary,  initiate immediate remedial action 
  • Promptly respond personally to customer calls-for-services, complaints, and concerns; ensure that response by officers under your supervision is prompt and effective as well
  • Prepare daily reports

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Good working knowledge of duties and responsibilities listed above
  • Strong communication skills (oral and written)
  • Proven decision-making skills
  • Ability to provide field-level training (coaching) to officers, as necessary

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate required; college preferred
  • 3+ years related security experience
  • Employment qualifications in accordance with the New York State Security Guard Act of 1992, including age eighteen years of age or older
  • New York State Security Certification

Security Dispatch/Control Room Operator (Full-Time)

The Security Dispatch/Control Room Operator reports directly to the Supervisor of Security Operations.

Position Details

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manages switchboard and telephone calls (answering calls, transferring calls, and logging calls for service)
  • Lead role call of security personnel, dispatch officers, and respond to requests for assistance
  • Distribute and receive keys, respond to staff requests (including accident/injury forms), and announce guest arrivals to staff
  • Monitor and operate video surveillance, recording components and computerized alarm monitoring equipment, stand-alone alarm panels, and telephonic alarm systems
  • Intervene where persons are observed on video monitors engaging in conduct determined to be in violation of the Gallery’s security/safety policies
  • Dispatch patrol officers and supervisors, as necessary, based on inappropriate behavior or alarm notification, maintaining communication with them until cleared
  • Maintain shift-activity logs and document dispatch of patrol officers and supervisors

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Good working knowledge of duties and responsibilities listed above
  • Strong communication skills (oral and written)
  • Proven decision-making skills
  • Thorough use of a computer workstation
  • Effective customer service skills
  • Flexible work schedule for days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate required; college a plus
  • 2+ years of related security/dispatch/control room experience preferred
  • Employment qualifications in accordance with the New York State Security Guard Act of 1992, including eighteen years of age or older
  • New York State Security Certification preferred

Cleaner (Part-Time)

This position is responsible for carrying out general services in a proactive and friendly manner, addressing problems identified during inspections, reporting unsafe conditions within the Gallery, and acting as point of contact for employees and patrons.

Position Details

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Follow a schedule to perform general janitorial services such as mopping, sweeping, dusting, and general clean up inside all buildings
  • Empty trash, ashtrays, and other receptacles on a daily basis
  • Clean and buff floors in all Gallery buildings
  • Proactively address problems identified through inspections
  • As a primary point of contact for both employees and patrons, act with courtesy, respect, and in a friendly manner at all times
  • Follow all Gallery safety requirements and participate in safety training programs
  • Report all unsafe conditions to the Head of Buildings & Grounds
  • Assist with set up and breakdown of special events, as needed

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Organized self-starter and strong attention to detail
  • Good time-management skills
  • Strong interpersonal communication abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional internal and external customer service
  • Ability to effectively operate and use floor buffing machine and cleaning equipment
  • Ability to lift and move 20–50 pounds (tables, chairs, etc.)
  • Must be able to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed

 

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience in general maintenance or janitorial services
  • Experience with floor buffer
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

Please apply for this position online at:
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1067001


Associate—shop AK (Part-Time)

The shop AK Associate ensures that Gallery patrons receive outstanding customer service, with exceptional and friendly communication, and has solid knowledge of shop AK merchandise.

Position Details

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure each patron is greeted with friendly acknowledgement, maintaining outstanding standards, solid product knowledge, and all other components of customer service
  • Maintain an awareness of all product information, merchandise promotions, test merchandise, and advertisements
  • Assist in floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and store housekeeping
  • Assist in processing and replenishing merchandise; participate in receiving and monitoring floor stock
  • Adhere to all Gallery policies, procedures, and practices, including signing, pricing, and loss prevention
  • Accurately and efficiently complete all sales transactions and maintain proper cash and media accountabilities at POS registers
  • Communicate patron requests to management
  • Other duties as assigned by shop or Gallery

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must have the ability to process information/merchandise through computer system and POS register system
  • Team player with passionate attention to detail necessary to assist in the completion of tasks simultaneously and on deadline with skill, humor, and flexibility
  • Excellent writing, spoken, and organizational skills
  • Sound judgment and strong professional presence
  • Familiarity of modern and contemporary art a plus
  • A desire and passion to learn every day
  • Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position: lifting 40+ pounds, carrying, pushing, pulling, kneeling, balancing, climbing, crouching, and reaching; exposure to cleaning agents such as window and wood cleaners
  • Must be able to work evenings, as needed, and weekends

 

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate required; college preferred
  • Previous retail experience a plus

Please apply for this position online at:
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1136161


Host/Hostess—AK café (Part-Time)

The Host/Hostess reports directly to the AK café Manager. He/she is responsible for ensuring the café is organized and ready for operation and well represented through superior hospitality.

Position Details

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Make sure entry area is clean, free of debris, and inviting
  • Ensure menus are free of spots or stains
  • Check with phone reservationists, or answering machine messages, to assure you have all reservations and confirm with managers, especially regarding large parties
  • Greet guests, escort them to their table, present menus, and fill water glasses
  • Make sure the server is aware that guests have been seated
  • Ensure quick resolutions of problems, contacting the manager as needed
  • Assist with serving of meals as needed
  • Say goodbye to all guests and confirm that everything went well
  • Clean tables and prepare for other guests

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Previous restaurant experience preferred
  • Exceptional interpersonal and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work weekends

Please apply for this position online at:
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1126681


How to Apply

Please submit your resume in confidence to:
employment@albrightknox.org

HR Manager
Albright-Knox Art Gallery
1285 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, New York 14222

No telephone inquiries, please.