Security Guard, Unarmed
Job Location:
Donelson, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Client: State of TN/TN MHSAS
Job ID: 65783
Job Title: Security Guard Unarmed
Location: 221 Stewarts Ferry Pike Nashville Tennessee 37214
Estimated Duration: 06/08/2026 - 06/08/2031
Onsite
Description
Schedule
- Days - Monday Yes Tuesday Yes Wednesday Yes Thursday Yes Friday Yes Saturday Yes Sunday Yes
- Hours/Day - 7.5
- Time Zone - CST
- Shifts - Shift 1
- Start Time - 8:00 AM
- End Time - 5:00 PM
- Active - Yes
Education and Experience
- Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school is required. Qualifying full-time law enforcement security or related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Necessary Special Qualifications
- A valid drivers license
- A current CPR certification (preferred but we can certify here if needed)
Overview
- Under general supervision this position is responsible for institutional and related security work of average difficulty and performs related work as required. This is the entry-level working class in the security guard sub-series.
- An employee in this class may be assigned to work any shift while providing a full range of institutional and other security activities such as the protection of public buildings.
Responsibilities
- Performs various security activities such as patrolling facilities monitoring alarms and security systems checking safety hazards and identifying violations of laws and rules. Operates security equipment in the performance of duties including two-way radios communication devices patrol vehicles and other transportation vehicles.
- Controls the entrance and exit of individuals by verifying identity purpose of visit and authorization. Escorts individuals as needed to ensure their safety.
- Respond to calls and take appropriate action to assist in emergency situations. Searches for and apprehends missing or unauthorized individuals.
- Reports security concerns to supervisors. Communicate with law enforcement agencies to exchange information and request assistance.
- Prepares and maintains various reports including incident reports vehicle citations visitor logs and personal property reports.
Tools & Equipment
- Motor Vehicles and Golf Carts
- Security Surveillance and Monitoring Equipment
- Two-Way Radios and Other Communication Devices
- Restraint Devices and Other Security Equipment
- Computers
| Type | Category | Qualification | Competency | Required |
| Skills | Others | Data Entry | Proficient (4-6 Years) | Yes |
| Skills | Others | Personnel | Advanced (7-9 Years) | Yes |
| Skills | Others | Verbal Communication | Advanced (7-9 Years) | Yes |