Director of Security and Building Operations – Weisman Art Museum...
Association of Academic Museums & Galleries. - Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55443Work at Association of Academic Museums & Galleries.
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Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.PRIMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:Ensures an industry standard level of security in both public and non-public areas (45%)Has primary responsibility for establishing and maintaining proper security systems and procedures.Ensures the proper function of all security systems including video surveillance, access control, intrusion alarm, and physical/mechanical barriers.Implements policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations and communications with security personnel.Works with the University Department of Central Security and University Police to maintain appropriate alarm response, card access, and other security system programming.Works with the curators, museum registrar, and exhibits coordinator to address issues related to the safety and physical security of the artwork on view and in storage.Supervises building and operations assistant who hires, schedules and supervises student staff.Responsible for training student gallery staff on security and emergency procedures and provides ongoing instruction.Trains all staff on emergency procedures.Responsible for operations of WAM’s physical plant. Oversees all regular cleaning, maintenance, and operations-related activities of the facility. Coordinates and manages construction activities. (45%)Ensures and upholds high standards of cleanliness and upkeep of the facility and grounds.Hires, trains, and supervises building operations staff including the building and technical operations assistant and student custodians.Establishes and manages the building operations annual budget.Plans, prioritizes, and coordinates regular maintenance of the facility.Plans, prioritizes, budgets for, and coordinates upgrades to and replacement of building systems, working with University Construction, CPPM and other University auxiliary departments.Works with supporting University departments to ensure smooth operation and upkeep of the facility.Understands and ensures the proper maintenance of the technical interfaces with the building systems including HVAC (Metasys), and fire detection/suppression.Assists other museum departments (10%)Provides support to Events department when needed, including use of lift to support internal and external programs.Provides support to museum staff for facilities needs, i.e., office reconfigurations, carpentry projects.Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or a combination of related education and/or work experience in building operations, maintenance, HVAC, and security with a minimum of six years experience. Experience with computer applications that control HVAC, fire, and/or security systems. Must have prior supervisory experience. Demonstrate strong organizational skills, be self-motivated, and be able to work independently. Must demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.Preferred:
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of art museum operations and practices.TO APPLY:
Please use the University of Minnesota Human Resources site (job#358523): https://hr.umn.edu/Jobs/Find-Job.
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