DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Recruit new staff and ensure that only licensed New York State Security Guards are on active staff
• Hold continuous one-on-one job training and supervise the Gallery’s security staff
• Communicate with and motivate security personnel on a daily basis
• Encourage and maintain high morale among security staff
• Inspect the museum on a scheduled and random basis to review operations, provide feedback, and ensure high-quality performance of security personnel
• Review and respond to written and oral reports about security incidents, as well as staff recommendations
• Develop policies and enforce such polices for the monitoring of the fire and life safety systems
• Maintain the museum’s video surveillance technology, Intrusion Detection Systems, as well as Access Control systems
• Investigate incidents resulting in loss or damage to objects of art or Gallery facilities, completing and submitting all necessary reports to management
• Establish and maintain working relationships with federal, state, and local government agencies and private and professional organizations to ensure the continuous protection of the museum and compliance with regulations
• Oversee events open to the public, monitor visitors and art shipping and receiving, and ensure museum safety and special exhibition security needs
• Exercise sufficient internal controls to ensure that museum resources are protected against waste, loss, or unauthorized use
• Develop and maintain an annual budget
• Other responsibilities, as needed

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university; preference will be given to candidates possessing an art-related, criminal justice, or public administration Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of five years of full-time security management experience within a security program
• Supervisory experience with a security program in an art museum, historic site, historic collection, or artifact care program, or similar security leadership experience
• A minimum of three years of experience training and scheduling staff, students, and/or volunteers
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
• Proficient computer skills, including programs such as Microsoft Office, Security Intrusion/Alarm Software, Security Surveillance software, and other related management applications
• Proven ability to effectively, continuously, and discretely work with confidential and potentially sensitive information
• Proven ability to consistently demonstrate a high degree of personal integrity

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the safe installation of art
• Create, update, communicate, and implement processes and procedures with Art Preparation team for the safe and efficiently organized storage of all art objects on- and off-site
• Manage the moving, packing and unpacking, receiving and releasing Albright-Knox artworks for in-house use and for loan to other institutions
• Maintain accurate storage inventory with the registrars
• Accompany and install works in the Collection at other museums when necessary
• Oversee the receipt and installation of special exhibitions, including projects organized in-house as well as those contracted from other institutions
• Assist with handling and installation of artwork, including report preparation and documentation of installation process to ensure safety of guests, staff, and the art
• Partner with Buildings and Grounds to update and maintain a shared, published Master Building Schedule
• Partner with Buildings and Grounds to create and maintain documentation of responsibilities for movement and installation of artwork and exhibitions
• Estimate budgetary and personnel needs for projects and implement cost-control measures such as energy conservation, evaluation of project work bids, etc.
• Create narrative update for Quarterly Director’s report

COMPENTENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Arts degree required; Masters of Fine Arts preferred
• Minimum five years experience as an art preparator in a museum setting
• Demonstrated aptitude in handling managerial responsibilities
• Impeccable art installation and art handling skills
• Experience in the preparation of art objects for exhibition and loan
• Ability to use various hand tools and, preferably, fork and scissor lifts
• Expertise in art processes and materials
• Ability to supervise and mentor own staff and to assist outside contractors, visiting artists, curators, and conservators
• Excellent communication skills. Must be results-driven, energetic, diplomatic, highly organized, detail oriented, and collaborative
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Quickly identify problem areas or situations, isolate problem causes, and take appropriate action to resolve identified problems
• Estimate budgetary and personnel needs for projects, and implement cost-control measures such as energy conservation, evaluation of project work bids, etc.
• Determine priorities for repairs, assign work orders, and inspect work to ensure compliance with established standards and building and safety codes
• Report weekly statistics on work orders and hours of labor necessary to keep the building and grounds fully functional and pristine in appearance
• Prepare plans and estimate time and materials for all projects that require bidding
• Work with contractors and vendors to secure project cost estimates and supervise such projects to ensure each project stays on budget and on schedule
• Establish and manage programs for preventative maintenance and energy conservation
• Perform daily examinations of buildings and grounds for needed repairs and maintenance to keep the building and grounds in excellent condition
• Coordinate technical training of staff
• Maintain update records of Material Safety Data Sheets
• Monitor team’s performance on a regular basis, soliciting input, and providing timely feedback

• Make recommendations for supplies, work orders, order requests, or purchases requested to maintain the buildings
• Coordinate and oversee all inspections mandated by law, such as fire, water, and health department inspections
• Develop and coordinate in-service training programs for custodial and maintenance personnel
• Work with contractors and appropriate Administration to ensure completion of scheduled construction and renovation projects
• Partner with Art Preparation to update and maintain a shared, published Master Building Schedule
• Partner with Art Preparation to create and maintain documentation of responsibilities for movement and installation of artwork and exhibitions
• Assist with handling and installation of artwork, including report preparation and documentation of installation process to ensure safety of guests, staff, and the art
• Provide status reports of routine inspections, construction projects, and equipment repairs to the Head of Operations
• Inventory and order materials and supplies as needed, develop specifications and recommendations for repair services supplies and equipment for purchase 
• Immediately advise the Director, Deputy Director, and Head of Operations of any conditions that would either threaten the safety of guests, staff, or artwork
• Develop budget and track expenses/revenue for annual updates
• Insure safe and secure storage of supplies and equipment
• Supervise the periodic testing of electrical and mechanical components and controls to ensure their safe operation
• Establish a written regular preventative maintenance program for the HVAC systems
• Develop a schedule and written plan for summer cleaning of buildings and grounds
• Maintain all buildings in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Maintain a schedule and daily inspection for pest management
• Attend meetings of Department Heads and serve on Universal Environment Committee
• Create narrative update for Quarterly Director’s report
  
  
Maintain update records of Material Safety Data Sheets
Make recommendations for supplies, work orders, order requests, or purchases requested to maintain the buildings
Coordinate and oversee all inspections mandated by law, such as fire, water, and health department inspections
Develop and coordinate in-service training programs for custodial and maintenance personnel
Work with contractors and appropriate Administration to ensure completion of scheduled construction and renovation projects
Partner with Art Preparation to update and maintain a shared, published Master Building Schedule
Partner with Art Preparation to create and maintain documentation of responsibilities for movement and installation of artwork and exhibitions
Assist with handling and installation of artwork, including report preparation and documentation of installation process to ensure safety of guests, staff, and the art
Provide status reports of routine inspections, construction projects, and equipment repairs to the Head of Operations
Inventory and order materials and supplies as needed, develop specifications and recommendations for repair services supplies and equipment for purchase 
Immediately advise the Director, Deputy Director, and Head of Operations of any conditions that would either threaten the safety of guests, staff, or artwork
Develop budget and track expenses/revenue for annual updates
Insure safe and secure storage of supplies and equipment
Supervise the periodic testing of electrical and mechanical components and controls to ensure their safe operation
Establish a written regular preventative maintenance program for the HVAC systems
Develop a schedule and written plan for summer cleaning of buildings and grounds
Maintain all buildings in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Maintain a schedule and daily inspection for pest management
Attend meetings of Department Heads and serve on Universal Environment Committee
Create narrative update for Quarterly Director’s report

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Engineering, or related area, or equivalent working experience
• Extensive expert knowledge of building materials, landscaping, HVAC equipment, cleaning products, and general use equipment
• Valid New York State Driver’s License
• Experience in the maintenance of buildings and grounds
• Project management expertise, including experience in the management of a large scale construction project (e.g. construction of a new building, renovation of a large space, etc.)
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Proven leadership, team-building, and managerial skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as financial literacy.  Previous grant writing and/or fund raising experience is preferred
• Ability to read and explain blueprints and basic operating instructions
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations regarding personal safety and environmental protection

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure physical security for protection against intrusion
• Perform routine security patrols
• Procedural security, including enforcing the Gallery’s key and security badge control policy and detection of embezzlement
• Investigate and write reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards, and other security-related situations
• As a primary point of contact for both employees and patrons, it is imperative that a security guard always acts in a professional manner
• Listen with empathy to employees’ and patrons’ issues and concerns
• Respond to security and fire alarms, medical emergencies, crimes-in-progress, non-criminal incidents, and natural disasters
• Respectfully enforce all Gallery policies with visitors and staff
  
  

COMPENTENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Security experience is preferred, but not necessary
• Current New York State Security License (prior to start date)
• Good working knowledge of security operations, safety practices in a business environment, and enforcement procedures
• Strong written, verbal, and oral communication skills