Armed Security Officer – Access Control & Emergency Response

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Security Officer to protect staff, patients, visitors, and property across our facilities. The role involves routine patrols, monitoring surveillance and access control, incident response, and clear, timely reporting.

You will provide assistance, maintain a visible security presence, and support emergency response and safety initiatives. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years in security or related fields, plus TN armed

Qualifications

• HD/GED required and 2-4 years security experience.
• Ability to quickly assess situations and act calmly under pressure.
• Strong observation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrols premises to monitor activity and identify risks.
• Monitors surveillance, alarms, and access systems.
• Verifies identification and manages facility access.
• Responds to incidents and emergencies per protocol.
• Documents security events with timely reports.
• Provides assistance to staff, patients, visitors.
• Supports emergency response including first aid.
• Enforces policies and procedures.
• Escort unauthorized individuals from the premises.
• Collaborates with internal departments and external responders.

Skills

Patrol operations

Access control

Incident response

Documentation

First aid/CPR awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Security cameras

Access control systems

Alarms systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Security Officer to protect staff, patients, visitors, and property across our facilities. The role involves routine patrols, monitoring surveillance and access control, incident response, and clear, timely reporting.

You will provide assistance, maintain a visible security presence, and support emergency response and safety initiatives. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years in security or related fields, plus TN armed