Security Guard (Onsite)

Nashville, TN, US • Posted 2 days ago • Updated 2 days ago
Contract Independent
Contract Corp To Corp
Contract W2
5 Years
No Travel Required
On-site
Depends on Experience
Fitment

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Job Details

Skills

  • Security
  • monitor

Summary

Client: State of TN/TN MHSAS
Job ID: 66198
Job Title: Security Guard, Unarmed
Location: 221 Stewarts Ferry Pike Nashville, Tennessee 37214
Estimated Duration: 08/28/2026 - 07/06/2031
Onsite

Description

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 driver’s 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

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- 10:00 PM
  • End Time - 6:30 AM
  • Description - Night Shift
  • Active – Yes

 

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

 


“Cleo Consulting is an equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled)”

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  • Dice Id: 91081631
  • Position Id: 7925-22658-1787241276
  • Posted 2 days ago
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