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.
Today
Wednesday
February 8
HOURS: 10 am–5 pm
Where
Albright-Knox Art Gallery
1285 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, New York 14222
Fees
| $12 |
Adults |
| $8 |
Seniors |
| $8 |
Students |
| |
(ages 13 and up) |
| $5 |
Children 6-12 |
| FREE |
Members |
| |
and children 5 and under |
FREE on M&T FIRST FRIDAYS. Additional fees apply for special exhibitions.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume in confidence to: Email
HR Manager
Albright-Knox Art Gallery
1285 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, New York 14222
No telephone inquiries, please.