Public Safety Officer

Salary: $13.00 Hourly
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Part-Time
Job Number: 194406
Agency: State Museum Commission
Division: Guest Services
Opening Date: 10/22/2026
Closing Date: 11/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All candidates must apply online.
Class Code:: UZ01
Position Number:: 194406
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: 29.5 hours a week. Rotating shifts: Days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Hiring Range - Min.: $13.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $13.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
Job Overview:
Are you looking to be part of an innovative team of professionals dedicated to telling South Carolina's diverse stories? As the storytellers of South Carolina, the South Carolina State Museum (SCSM) staff share the rich natural history and cultural diversity, innovative spirit, and artistic creativity of the state through the museum's permanent collections, educational programs, exhibitions and digital resources.
SCSM seeks a detail-oriented individual to protect the property of the museum and the rights of individuals against loss or injury due to disorderly acts, accidents, fires or other hazards. The Public Safety Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and secure environment for visitors, staff, and the collections.

Duties/Responsibilities:
• Monitor cameras to detect safety hazards, and unusual activity, report specific problems to designated responsible party.
• Respond to emergencies, including emergency call back situations, either at the museum or where assigned when notified to respond.
• Perform duties related to emergency responses as outlined in the museum's Disaster Plan or as directed.
• Complete required shift reports, as necessary, and keeps a file containing all pertinent information that concerns Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) information.
• Check in all employees and visitors at the employee entrance/exit, distribute, collect and log keys and passes, and handle inquiries in person or by phone as required, when posted in the command center.
• Secure the building and arm/disarm alarm systems, when assigned opening or closing shifts.
• Direct employees and guests with authority, composure, and professionalism in the event of an evacuation due to alarms or emergencies.
• Assist with Facility Rentals Office as needed to include assisting with crowd control during special events or exhibitions

Minimum and Additional Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• A high school diploma and experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must have strong communication and de-escalation skills and be able to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be a team player, have good interpersonal skills, and able to deal effectively with visitors and staff members, both in day-to-day and emergency environments.
• Must be able to access all parts of the facility.
• Requires the ability to prepare and review various types of administrative paperwork and be proficient with a computer.
• Requires telephone and face-to-face communications and extensive use of a radio and telephone.
• Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification
• Familiarity with security technology (e.g., surveillance systems, access control software)

Additional Comments


The State Museum Commission is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.