Security Guard
Provides general security services to the campus and assists campus police officers with routine patrols and other security measures.
Perform job duties from the assigned campus or work location. Patrols campus by foot, bicycle or motor vehicle. Identifies and reports suspected crimes, accidents or activities of a questionable/suspicious nature. Reports accidents involving persons or property, reporting probable cause of accidents, pursuing appropriate course of action and informing proper authorities as required. Provides security for special events. Writes citations for parking violations.
Provides direction and/or instruction to faculty, staff and students in unusual or emergency situations. Participates in campus training for emergencies and for law enforcement officers. Monitors classrooms, offices and buildings for safety and/or maintenance concerns. Maintains and utilizes security equipment. Maintains department records and prepares reports. May testify in court or during legal proceedings as needed.
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Tennessee driver's license
Prior security or law enforcement experience
Ability to work in varying conditions, including indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. Good customer service skills. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a wide range of faculty, staff and student population. Demonstrated self-restraint in challenging and/or difficult situations. Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Ability to occasionally travel throughout the service area as needed. Shifts and campus assignments vary and are based on current need
$31,239.00 to $37,479.00 annually, depending on experience
37.5 hours per week
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.
Security Guard
Provides general security services to the campus and assists campus police officers with routine patrols and other security measures.
Perform job duties from the assigned campus or work location. Patrols campus by foot, bicycle or motor vehicle. Identifies and reports suspected crimes, accidents or activities of a questionable/suspicious nature. Reports accidents involving persons or property, reporting probable cause of accidents, pursuing appropriate course of action and informing proper authorities as required. Provides security for special events. Writes citations for parking violations.
Provides direction and/or instruction to faculty, staff and students in unusual or emergency situations. Participates in campus training for emergencies and for law enforcement officers. Monitors classrooms, offices and buildings for safety and/or maintenance concerns. Maintains and utilizes security equipment. Maintains department records and prepares reports. May testify in court or during legal proceedings as needed.
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Tennessee driver's license
Prior security or law enforcement experience
Ability to work in varying conditions, including indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. Good customer service skills. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a wide range of faculty, staff and student population. Demonstrated self-restraint in challenging and/or difficult situations. Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Ability to occasionally travel throughout the service area as needed. Shifts and campus assignments vary and are based on current need
$31,239.00 to $37,479.00 annually, depending on experience
37.5 hours per week
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.
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