Armed Security & Dispatch Officer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County is seeking personnel for a security-dispatch role with Davidson County Sheriff's Office. The position handles dispatching, data entry, and security duties across the Training Academy and public areas, and requires carrying a firearm and completing ongoing training.

Responsibilities include logging radio transmissions, responding to emergencies, maintaining order, and providing security for facilities and visitors.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Pass a medical exam by a licensed professional.
• Pass a psychological test by a licensed professional.
• If prior military, must have Honorable discharge.
• Must satisfy agency firearms qualification during DCSO firearms training.
• For NCIC access, criminal background check must meet TBI approval.

Responsibilities

• Dispatches and logs all radio transmissions.
• Answers various inquiries from the public.
• Enters appropriate data into the computer system.
• Controls the admittance of persons or vehicles at the Training Academy.
• Maintains security presence to ensure areas are clear of obstructions and loiterers.
• Maintains security presence to prevent theft and vandalism.
• Maintains order in assigned public places as required.
• Maintains order and calls for police assistance as needed.
• Carries firearms and attends in-service training programs.
• Operates security devices such as hand-held radios, handcuffs, chemical weapons.
• Calls for towing of vehicles improperly parked at or around facility.
• Monitors areas for suspicious activity.
• Makes security and safety checks as needed.
• Monitors security cameras as needed.
• May provide escort to visitors or employees to unlit areas of the property.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Prepares appropriate incident reports when necessary.
• Maintains accurate records.
• May perform special security functions that require an armed security presence.
• Performs other services required for public safety and customer service.

Job description

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County is seeking personnel for a security-dispatch role with Davidson County Sheriff's Office. The position handles dispatching, data entry, and security duties across the Training Academy and public areas, and requires carrying a firearm and completing ongoing training.

Responsibilities include logging radio transmissions, responding to emergencies, maintaining order, and providing security for facilities and visitors.