Gallery Attendant

About the Role

The Dallas Museum of Art is seeking a skilled Gallery Attendant to join our team. As a vital member of our operations, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and security of our art collection, as well as providing exceptional customer service to our visitors.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard works of art against theft, vandalism, or damage by greeting and observing visitors in the galleries
• Greet and assist visitors with a high level of customer service, providing a welcoming and friendly environment
• Report all suspicious conditions or persons, providing descriptions of potential violators of Museum policies, report accidents, injuries, and hazardous conditions to the Supervisor
• Inspect art and facility conditions, annotating concerns, and maintenance issues on the Opening/Closing checklist
• Ensure the safety and positive experience of our visitors by remaining alert and watchful; circulate frequently through assigned posts
• Provide information to visitors about programs, guidance, safety, activities, and the Dallas Arts District community in general
• Administer DMA guidelines and emergency procedures, effectively assisting with difficult situations and emergency response, including evacuations and shelter-in-place events

Requirements

• Experience in a customer/visitor service environment, demonstrating exceptional service skills
• Prior experience in a museum environment or security role preferred
• High School Diploma/GED required

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of $15.00 per hour, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about art, customer service, and creating memorable experiences for our visitors, we encourage you to apply.

Our Core Values

• Act with Integrity: We are honest and ethical.
• Build Inclusivity: We create spaces where everyone can feel like they belong.
• Communicate Respectfully: We listen intentionally and advocate for diverse perspectives.
• Embrace and Drive Change: We are innovative, creative, and solutions driven.
• Foster Connections: We collaborate around shared goals.
• Maintain Balance: We encourage ourselves and each other to reflect and recharge.
• Remain Curious: We pursue personal and professional learning.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy

The Dallas Museum of Art fosters equity, celebrates diversity, and supports inclusion. We acknowledge that the diverse backgrounds and voices of visitors, volunteers, trustees, staff, and communities represented in the collection make us stronger and better equipped to make positive impacts locally, nationally, and internationally.