Mobile Patrol

17-May-2022

Harvard Art Museums

58470BR

Position Description

The Emergency Status Designation of this position is ‘Critical Operations Personnel.

Regular Schedule:

40 hours per week

Days (preponderance of hours) and Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 11 PM – 7 AM

Days Off: Sunday & Monday

Report for shift starts 11 PM Monday night and ends 7 AM Tuesday.
Report for shift starts 11 PM Tuesday night and ends 7 AM Wednesday.
Report for shift starts 11 PM Wednesday night and ends 7 AM Thursday.
Report for shift starts 11 PM Thursday night and ends 7 AM Friday.
Report for shift starts 11 PM Friday night and ends 7 AM Saturday.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform mobile patrol of building interiors of Harvard Art Museums. Enter and move through buildings (32 Quincy Street; 1746 Cambridge Street) to ensure the security of each site. Check access points (doors, windows, etc.).
• Utilize an electronic guard tour system with multiple checking stations.
• Identify security lapses or breaches and report to Security Manager; resolve issues as directed.
• Produce comprehensive and clear reports of activities during shift. 
• Respond to security and fire/life safety system alarms. 
• Communicate with Security Manager via radio and/or phone throughout the tour of duty.  
• Receive and maintain current working knowledge of security procedures, tools, and equipment.
• Completion of training program required prior to assignment to overnight duties.
• Must wear, maintain and present a clean, neat, uniform, and professional image at all times. May be required to also wear safety equipment.

Basic Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications in order to be considered for this role:
Must be able to patrol a multi-story museum building. The incumbent must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Overnight shift work experience strongly preferred; experience in a security position desirable; good written and oral communication skills; demonstrated good team player; must be courteous and have good interpersonal skills; ability to learn and follow procedures and adapt to new procedures; attention to detail; strong sense of responsibility and reliability. Ability to see clearly in various lighting conditions. Must be able to communicate clearly via speech and hearing, with or without corrective devices. Must be able to lift and use a fire extinguisher weighing 10 lbs., after being trained. Training in (or ability to be trained in) CPR and/or first aid is desirable.

Additional Information

Position requires the use of a radio for two-way communication and the wearing of an earpiece. Will be required to wear a uniform provided by the employer.

Harvard University requires background screening.
The Harvard Art Museums operates year-round, so this position will be scheduled to work on some holidays.

We continue to monitor the evolving COVID-19 and the lifting of restrictions. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility with our interview process. We will be conducting interviews virtually for selected candidates until further notice.

Harvard will require COVID vaccination for all Harvard community members who will have any on-campus presence. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement and exceptions may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .

Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code

210005 Mobile Patrol

Department

Safety and Security

Union

07 - HU Secrty, Park & Museum Guard

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, Identity

Schedule

40 hours per week

Days (preponderance of hours) and Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 11PM – 7AM

Days Off: Sunday & Monday

Report for shift starts 11PM Monday night and ends 7AM Tuesday.
Report for shift starts 11PM Tuesday night and ends 7AM Wednesday.
Report for shift starts 11PM Wednesday night and ends 7AM Thursday.
Report for shift starts 11PM Thursday night and ends 7AM Friday.
Report for shift starts 11PM Friday night and ends 7AM Saturday.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.