Security Guard

Title:
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.
• Patrol campus by foot, bicycle or motor vehicle.
• Identify and report suspected crimes, accidents or activities of a questionable/suspicious nature.
• Report accidents involving persons or property, reporting probable cause of accidents, pursuing appropriate course of action and informing proper authorities as required.
• Provide security for special events.
• Write citations for parking violations.
• Provide direction and/or instruction to faculty, staff and students in unusual or emergency situations.
• Participate in campus training for emergencies and for law enforcement officers.
• Monitor classrooms, offices and buildings for safety and/or maintenance concerns.
• Maintain and utilize security equipment.
• Maintain department records and prepare 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 diverse 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.