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Police Security Guard 1 Jobs in Nashville, TN at Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
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Position Description
The Police Security Guard 1controls admittance of persons or vehicles to the Metro Nashville Police Department facilities. Patrols assigned areas to protect public property, buildings, related facilities, visitors and employees.
The Metro Nashville Police Department is a 24/7/365 operation. Must be willing and able to work any shift, work overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed. Whether you are a sworn or civilian employee, you will be responsible for the general welfare of the citizens of Nashville and Davidson County. You will be responsible for ensuring optimum communications both within Metro and between Metro and the general public. If this environment is appealing and exciting to you, then you might want to consider a job with Metro Nashville Police Department.
Candidate must receive and maintain a passing status from Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) background check.
**If you have applied in the last six months, you do not need to reapply.**
Typical Duties
Controls the admittance of persons or vehicles on government property
Monitors and operates various security and computer devices/systems
Checks identification of employees and visitors to the Police Department facilities
Issues visitors passes and maintains visitor log
Gives directions and provides other information to employees and the public
Patrols government property on foot or with a vehicle, to ensure that areas are clear of obstructions, loiterers and vandalism
Maintains order and calls for police assistance as needed
Carries firearms and attends in-service training programs
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent and a valid Driver License. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and have three (3) years of verifiable work experience.
**Handgun carry permit must be obtained prior to completion of the probationary period. Employees must complete a forty (40) hour training program prior to completion of the probationary period. Employees in this classification must meet and maintain the standards set by the Metropolitan Police Department for carrying a firearm. Failure to meet or maintain these standards shall result in disciplinary action.
For this specific position, substitution will not be considered.
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to use safety/security equipment, two-way radio, automobile, computer terminal, and general office equipment
Ability to use firearms and handcuffs
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to 615-862-8980 option #7.
Metro offers a generous core benefit package to eligible employees who are regularly and consistently working 20 or more hours per week. Insurance and benefit coverage is effective the first of the month after …
Title: Police Security Guard 1
Company: Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
Location: Nashville, TN
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