Safety & Security Officer in Knoxville

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Public Building Authority (PBA) is a joint public, non-profit organization created by Knox County and the City of Knoxville to develop, construct, manage, and maintain a wide range of public facilities and services on their behalf. PBA oversees major construction projects, provides long-term property and grounds management for millions of square feet of buildings—including city and county facilities, parks, and parking garages—and even handles security, telecommunications infrastructure and on-street parking operations throughout the community.

Governed by an 11-member board appointed by county and city leaders, the PBA works to deliver cost-effective, professional facility services that support local government operations and enhance public spaces for and visitors alike.

Due to continued growth, PBA is seeking experienced Safety & Security Officers to join our Security team. This position reports to the Director of Security and plays a key role in ensuring the safety of the public, tenants and staff at PBA managed properties.

• Assists with providing continuous surveillance of assigned facility.
• Provides continual inspection of safety and security on PBA properties.
• Reports concerns to immediate supervisor or appropriate PBA staff member(s) on an on-going basis.
• Ensures that proper security and life safety measures are provided for the public and the building tenants.
• Provides safety and security assistance and information to members of the public and building tenants.
• Patrols assigned buildings, streets, parks, and garages of PBA-managed facilities to ensure no safety or security concerns are present.
• Investigates and reports accidents and/or incidents that occur on PBA-managed properties.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must have no felony convictions. Must have no misdemeanor convictions that would compromise the mission of the Public Building Authority.
• Must have a current Tennessee driver’s license.
• This is an entry level position; training will be provided.

Full-time team members enjoy an outstanding benefits package, including:

• 13 paid holidays.
• Generous time off and sick leave accrual.
• Comprehensive County health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
• 401(a) retirement plan with a 6% employer match.
• County funded life insurance (1.5x salary up to $50,000).
• Uniform allowance.
• An excellent work environment.

Qualified candidates should reply with a resume and cover letter containing salary requirements.

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