Protective Services Attendant (Seasonal)
Company: Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation
Role summary
Protective Services Attendant (Seasonal) is a role at Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation in Medora, North Dakota, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-17. Salary: USD 22 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Protective Services Attendant (Seasonal)
- Company
- Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation
- Location
- Medora, North Dakota, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Salary
- USD 22 per hour
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-17
Job description
Protective Services Attendant
Seasonal Roles Available: Part-Time or Full-Time
Medora, ND
THE THEODORE ROOSEVELT PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY FOUNDATION
“Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.” -Theodore Roosevelt
Since 2014, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation (TRPLF) has worked to create a new kind of presidential library and museum. Now open in Medora, North Dakota, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library (TRPL) brings Theodore Roosevelt’s ideas, values, and relentless spirit to life through immersive experiences that invite people to engage with his story—and consider how its lessons can shape their own lives and communities. More than a place to preserve history, the TRPL is a people’s library, celebrating the stories of all who “dare greatly, think boldly, care deeply, and live passionately.”
About the Role
The Protective Services Attendant (Field & Control Room) is a cross-trained, frontline member of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation’s in-house Protective Services team. This position supports the safety and security of the Library’s buildings, exhibitions, trails, visitors, employees, and special events by rotating between field operations and the security control room.
We are building a flexible staffing pool for the 2026 season and are seeking individuals interested in full-time, part-time, or as-needed work through the fall. Available schedules may include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, and special events, providing opportunities for candidates with a variety of availability.
Protective Services Attendants maintain a visible, welcoming presence while monitoring security systems, responding to incidents, coordinating communications, and helping ensure a safe and positive experience for all guests and staff. The position reports to the Manager of Protective Services and works under the day-to-day direction of the Lead of Protective Services.
Schedule & Availability
Seasonal opportunities available through the fall (end date of October 31, 2026).
Flexible assignments may b e full-time, part-time, or as-needed , based on operational needs and employee availability.
Shifts may include day, evening, overnight, weekend, holiday, and special-event coverage.
Onsite position based in Medora, North Dakota.
Core Competencies
Overnight Safety & Security Presence: Maintains a professional, attentive presence during low-traffic hours, ensuring the campus remains secure while supporting occasional late-night visitors or staff.
Security Systems Monitoring: Demonstrates strong proficiency with CCTV, access control, alarms, and radio communications, with the ability to stay focused during extended monitoring periods.
Situational Awareness: Remains highly alert in a quieter environment, proactively identifying irregularities, safety concerns, or emerging risks across the campus.
Emergency Response & Judgment: Responds to incidents or alarms with composure and sound judgment, often acting as the first point of response during overnight hours.
Independent Work & Communication: Works confidently and independently while maintaining clear, timely communication with team members and leadership as needed.
Protocol & Documentation Discipline: Follows established procedures and completes accurate, detailed overnight reports, logs, and incident documentation .
Reliability & Accountability: Demonstrates consistency, punctuality, and strong attention to detail, recognizing the critical nature of overnight coverage and site readiness.
Responsibilities
Support overnight protective services operations across all buildings, grounds, and operational areas of the Library .
Conduct routine overnight patrols, safety checks, and inspections to identify risks, hazards, or irregular activity.
Monitor and operate security systems (CCTV, access control, intrusion alarms, radio communications) during control room shifts with sustained focus.
Serve as the primary overnight communication point, coordinating between field staff, leadership, and emergency responders as needed.
Monitor access points and ensure proper security protocols are followed during limited overnight access periods.
Receive, assess, document, and escalate incidents, alarms, or safety concerns in accordance with established procedures.
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