The Whitney Museum of American Art

Security Coordinator

Job Description

Posted on: 
March 6, 2025

Reporting to the Director of Security, the Security Coordinator will develop, manage, and administer security-based systems, ensuring compliance and functionality at all times.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Compensation rate of $55,000 per annum
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections
  • Generous PTO benefits
  • Commuter benefits - parking and mass transit
  • Admission to world-renowned museums across the city and nationally
  • Pet insurance and discounted membership for Citibike

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

  • Fire and life-safety systems, ensure best practice and compliance relating to health and Safety and Fire Safety legislation
  • Monitor CCTV cameras as required
  • Access control, maintenance of all security records and logs
  • Developing schedule rosters, duty rotations, and administrative systems for staffing
  • Act as a fire safety director to the Museum
  • Supervise security staff
  • Investigate accidents, recommend solutions
  • Manage contract for agency security provision to ensure that service provided is in line with standards and requirements set out in service level agreement
  • Collaborate with other museum staff to ensure artwork protection
  • Act as Security Manager to cover management duties for special events

Job Requirements

Requirements and Qualifications

  • B.A.; 3+ years supervisory experience in Security field
  • NYS Training; Security and Fire Safety Director License
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with all staff at a premier NYC cultural institution
  • Flexible hours, including regular evenings and weekends required

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