Guard (Security)

Provides security services for the Harry Ransom Center, an internationally renowned research library and museum on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin.  Responsible for ensuring the safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors while protecting University collections and property.

• →Monitor and manage visitor activity in galleries and public spaces, both in person and via video systems; control access to restricted areas and enforce safety and security regulations
• →Conduct routine physical patrols of the building to safeguard collections, ensure a safe environment, and verify proper performance of building systems
• →Perform security screenings, including bag checks, and supervise contractors, vendors, and staff working in restricted or secure areas
• →Respond to emergencies by following established procedures, coordinating with the University of Texas Police Department, and completing required incident and damage reports
• →Collaborate with Ransom Center departments to implement and maintain effective security practices and visitor service standards
• →Monitor security operations for special events, including load-in/load-out, vendor sign-in, and crowd control
• →Work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and special events, as operational needs require
• →Maintain current knowledge of Harry Ransom Center and UTPD security policies and procedures
• →Perform other duties as assigned in support of Center operations

• High school graduation or GED and stable work history.
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain situational awareness.
• General familiarity with Microsoft Windows operating system.
• Ability to perform extended periods of foot patrol of all building spaces. 
• Ability to provide credible testimony in a court of law.
• Commitment to maintaining a professional and respectful workplace for all.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• One or more years of experience as a security guard or police officer in a library or museum setting
• Two or more years of college level education.
• Familiarity with police operations.
• Speaking and writing fluency in Spanish.

$43,000 non-negotiable

• May be required to perform foot patrols of interior exhibition gallery space for periods of up to 1 hour or more.
• Involves periods of dedicated active video surveillance screen monitoring.
• May work in adverse weather conditions and temperatures.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Climbing of stairs.
• Lifting and moving.
• Physical effort required.
• Able to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Lift up to 35 lbs.

• Mandatory overtime. Must be able to work extended hours (during special events, etc.) past normal working hours. Irregular shifts, weekends and holidays. Shift will be determined after hiring based on needs of department.

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.