UMFA Protection Services

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) Protection Services seeks a highly motivated and dependable individual to support the team while working in an energetic and collaborative environment.

The UMFA is the state and the University fine arts museum, serving as a vital cultural resource for Utah and the broader region. Established in 1914, the Museum stewards an encyclopedic collection of more than 22,000 objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity across the globe. Through its exhibitions, programs, and collections, the UMFA advances understanding of the visual arts and their role in shaping and reflecting the human experience.

Protection Services is responsible for protecting the art and delivering excellent customer service while making sure all policies and procedures are followed by visitors, staff, volunteers, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

Building Security and Safety: Secure UMFA buildings to prevent theft and property damage by locking and unlocking doors, turning off lights and electrical devices after hours, and applying preventive measures to minimize hazards. Ensure guests understand and follow museum rules to protect the UMFA’s collection.

Patrols and Surveillance: Conduct regular patrols of the UMFA, inspecting doors, windows, and controlled spaces to check for damage to the collection, building maintenance needs, and any other changes to the environment. Camera and security systems monitoring is also a part of daily surveillance.

Emergency Response and Support: Assist the Fire Department and First Responders during emergencies by unlocking buildings for entry, helping with crowd control, applying first-aid, and contacting University Police when necessary.

Customer Service and Community Support: Work closely with other front of house teams, management, and the public to ensure a secure, friendly, and welcoming experience for all visitors to UMFA, fostering a collaborative and positive atmosphere.

Log Maintenance and Incident Reporting: Maintain accurate logs of security activities and incidents, report potential security issues to department heads, and any illegal behavior to University Police.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY**STATEMENT:** 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Facilities Security Specialist, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Preferences

Some customer service experience; one year security experience or equivalency; successfully pass a background check; demonstrated communications skills; and a commitment to providing excellent customer service required. A valid Utah Driver’s License preferred. CPR and AED certification preferred.

Special Instructions Summary

This position is open to work study awarded students.
Please include a list of availability and/or a class schedule.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of completed education?

  • None
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

• * How many years of related work experience do you have?

  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
  • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
  • 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
  • 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
  • 14 years or more

• * Are you a current University of Utah student?

  • Yes
  • No

• * Have you been awarded and have you accepted Federal Work-Study for the current school year? (work study not required to apply for this position)

  • Yes
  • No

• * List all certifications you have obtained that may relate to this position:

  (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1

• Applicant Document - Other

Open Date

08/13/2026

Requisition Number

PRN17347N

Job Title

Facilities Security Specialists

Working Title

UMFA Protection Services

Career Progression Track

S00

Track Level

S1 - Entry Level Support

FLSA Code

Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Type

Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?

No

Standard Hours per Week

1-19

Full Time or Part Time?

Part Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Assigned shifts vary dependent upon other staff members.
Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30am-6:00pm |Wednesday 7:30am-9:00pm | Saturday & Sunday 9:30am-6:00pm

Is this a work study job?

No

VP Area

Academic Affairs

Department

00073 - Utah Museum of Fine Arts

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

13.65

Close Date

10/23/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

08/24/2026