Security Officer, Third Shift at Meharry Medical College

Posted in Other about 4 hours ago.

Location: Nashville, Tennessee





Job Description:

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



Daily Operations



  • 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.




Required Skills



  • 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




Required Experience and Education



  • High School Diploma required or

  • 3 -12 months law enforcement work experience preferred


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