Security Officer Coordinator - Water

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Nashville seeks a dedicated Security Officer Coordinator to oversee and enhance security measures across Metro Water Services properties. This role involves supervising security personnel, maintaining order, and ensuring the safety of employees and visitors. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in criminal justice, with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in security. Join a diverse team committed to protecting vital water resources and making a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about security and community service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or high school diploma with relevant experience required.
• 3 years in criminal justice or 5 years in security experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and organize security and maintenance for MWS properties.
• Coordinate with contract security services and oversee security operations.
• Train employees and maintain security records.

Skills

Knowledge of physical security practices

Experience with NIMS

Experience with ICS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration

High School Diploma

Job description

The Security Officer Coordinator, located within Metro Water Services (MWS), is responsible for supervising, organizing, and participating in the security and maintenance of facility controls at MWS properties. The Security Officer Coordinator also coordinates contract security services assigned areas to protect employees, visitors, public property, buildings, and related facilities.

This position may require “on call” availability and off shift/after-hours site visits.

Employees at Metro Water Services (MWS) work around the clock to supply, treat, manage, and protect our water resources in a sustainable manner for the benefit of all who live, work, and play in our community. Our dedicated, diverse workforce provides high quality drinking water and the best in wastewater treatment, storm water management, and waste collection services for our customers in the Nashville-Davidson County area. We are looking for highly engaged individuals to join our team.

• Coordinates and communicates with contract security services ensuring all designated areas have appropriate security officers.
• Issues employee identification and access control badges.
• Observes and oversees security video cameras.
• Trains employees and contract security staff.
• Maintains security and order at all MWS governed areas.
• Prepares security reports and maintains all security related records and data.
• Calls for police assistance as required.
• Gives direction and provides information to employees and the public.
• May supervise employees, including assigning duties, evaluating performance, providing coaching/counseling.
• May monitor and operate various security devices/systems.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university, and three (3) years experience in the criminal justice system, security or related field experience.

OR

High School Diploma and five (5) years increasingly responsible experience with the criminal justice system, security or related field experience.

LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid Driver License

Note: Handgun Permit and compliance with the conditions of the Metropolitan Government's policy 6.7-1 covering employees who carry firearms as a requirement of the job.

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.

• Knowledge and understanding of physical security practices and applications
• Experience with National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS)

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.