Safety and Security Guard

Purpose and Scope

Works under general supervision to provide a wide range of security services to personnel and property by maintaining a safe and secure environment for customers and employees. Must maintain a high visibility presence and prevent all illegal or inappropriate actions. The goal is to detect, deter, observe, and report.

Essential Job Functions

- Act lawfully in direct defense of life or property; ensure compliance with all pertinent policies and procedures of Memphis Shelby County Schools, Federal, State laws and regulations, codes and ordinances, standards of quality and safety.

- Patrol building and perimeter regularly.

- Monitor and control access to Memphis Shelby County Schools facilities; watch alarm systems or video cameras and operate detecting/emergency equipment; inspect doors and windows to ensure locks are in place and operational.

- Respond to all calls such as: alarm, fire, distress, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather discharge, and other incidents.

- Apprehend criminals and evict violators.

- Conduct preliminary investigation and coordinate with local law enforcement authorities during the investigation.

- Ensure all logs and reports are clear and accurate including specific details of each incident and submitted in a timely manner daily.

- Maintain the department’s stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements off and on duty; secure the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices, and weapons.

- Utilize MSCS Radio to stay in contact with security personnel and supervisors.

- Perform first aid or CPR.

- Perform other related duties as assigned or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 21 years of age, high school diploma or GED equivalent, must have a minimum of three (3) years of security experience. Must have or be able to obtain a State of Tennessee Armed Guard License. A valid driver’s license is required.

Degree Equivalency Formula :

Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master’s Degree = 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s Degrees must be included.