Security Officer

Meharry Medical College; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College seeks an armed security professional to protect campus facilities and citizens. You will investigate incidents, control traffic, patrol on foot or by vehicle, and enforce campus policies with professional conduct.

Responsibilities include reporting findings, arresting suspects when necessary, and performing related duties as assigned. Serious attention to safety and compliance with regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 3–12 months law enforcement work experience preferred.
• Must hold and maintain an Armed Security License in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Investigates suspected crimes, reports findings, and arrests suspects.
• Directs traffic, manages parking operations, and investigates accidents.
• Patrols campus facilities by foot or vehicle while armed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Armed security

Emergency response

Interpersonal skills

Investigation methods

Communication skills

Criminal law knowledge

Geographic campus knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Armed Security License (TN)

Tools

Glock 40 cal

Law enforcement radio

Patrol vehicle operation

Job description

Employees in this role are under general supervision; performs investigations of crimes and accidents, protects property, facilities and citizens through law enforcement techniques; provides escort service; performs related and occasionally other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):

• Investigates suspected crimes, reports findings, and arrests suspected individuals
• Directs and controls traffic, monitors parking operation, and issues parking tickets; investigates accidents
• Patrols the campus, business office, classrooms, recreational facilities, dormitories, hospital, facility, etc. by foot or motor vehicle while armed with handgun.
• Performs related and occasionally other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to attain an Armed Security License
• Ability to qualify with a Glock 40 cal handgun
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and to determine proper course of action
• Knowledge of campus policies, City, and State laws
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Knowledge of geographic area of the campus
• Ability to ascertain facts by personal contact, observations, and to determine proper course of action
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with students, the public, and other employees
• Ability to enforce laws firmly, tactfully with respect for the rights of others
• Knowledge of effective methods of investigation
• Ability to learn to operate law enforcement equipment required in the performance of required duties
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and written

Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma required or
• 3-12 months law enforcement work experience preferred
• Ability to hold and maintain an Armed Security License in the state of Tennessee.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status.