JOB DETAILS

Security Guard

CompanyMiami Childrens Museum Inc
LocationMiami
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 13, 2026
About The Company
The mission of Miami Children's Museum, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational institution, is to enrich the lives of children by fostering a love of learning through play and enabling children to realize their highest potential. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play, learn, imagine, and create together. The Museum is dedicated to meeting the needs of all children in our multicultural community through interactive exhibits and programs. Miami Children’s Museum was incorporated as the Miami Youth Museum in 1983. In 2003, the Museum opened its current home, a 56,500 square foot facility in the City of Miami. Today, we are recognized as one of the 10 largest children's museums in the country and the only children’s museum in Miami-Dade County. The Museum provides hands-on interactive educational experiences to approximately 445,000 children and their families each year. We aim to serve all children and families who live in South Florida, embracing the diversity of our community. The Museum is also a major attraction for tourists coming to South Florida.
About the Role

Description

Miami Children’s Museum is looking for a reliable and professional Part-Time Security Guard to help ensure a safe and welcoming environment for our visitors, staff, and children at Liberty City Elementary School. This role plays a critical part in maintaining security across the school by monitoring the premises, preventing incidents, and responding quickly to safety concerns.


If you’re someone who is observant, calm under pressure, and passionate about community safety, we’d love to have you join our team and help protect one of Miami’s most beloved spaces.


What You'll Do

  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for guests, staff, and school property
  • Patrol the building and surrounding premises regularly
  • Monitor security cameras, alarms, and access points
  • Observe and report suspicious activity or disturbances
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies and incidents
  • Control access to building entrances and gates
  • Maintain detailed reports of unusual events
  • Provide first aid or emergency assistance when necessary
  • Support overall school safety and security operations

Requirements

  • Florida Class D Security License (required)
  • Previous experience as a security guard or in a related role
  • Knowledge of public safety procedures and security protocols
  • Strong observation skills and attention to detail
  • Professional demeanor and high integrity
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be able to pass a Level II background screening (fingerprints) and drug test
  • CPR / First Aid / AED certification preferred
Key Skills
MonitoringIncident PreventionSafety ResponseObservationCalm Under PressureAccess ControlReport WritingFirst AidEmergency AssistanceSecurity Protocols
Categories
Security & SafetyEducation
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Security Guard will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for guests, staff, and school property by regularly patrolling the premises and monitoring security systems. This includes observing and reporting suspicious activity, responding appropriately to emergencies, controlling access, and maintaining detailed incident reports.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
137
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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