Security Guard Unarmed

Department: TN MHSAS

Position: Security Guard, Unarmed

Location: 100 Moccasin Bend Rd, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37405

Duration: 8+ months

Job Overview

Under general supervision, the employee is responsible for institutional and related security work of average difficulty and performs related work as required. The employee may be assigned to any shift to provide a full range of institutional and other security activities, such as protecting public buildings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Admissions with processing patients, including wanding with a metal detector and pat‑downs, and reviewing and documenting patients' belongings.
• Respond to calls and take appropriate action to assist in emergencies, including code situations.
• Control entrance and exit of individuals by checking identity, purpose of visit, and authorization; escort individuals to ensure their safety.
• Prepare and maintain records such as incident reports, vehicle citations, visitor logs, and personal property reports.
• Provide information to supervisor by telephone, written form, e‑mail, or in‑person regarding security concerns.
• Communicate with law enforcement agencies to report incidents, provide information, and request assistance.
• Patrol facilities, monitor alarms, and utilize audiovisual and security systems (e.g., TV monitors) to detect hazards, disturbances, and violations of laws, rules, or regulations.
• Visually monitor individuals to ensure safety and compliance with policies, rules, and regulations.
• Operate patrol and transport vehicles to complete security patrols or transport valuables and individuals.
• Operate two‑way radios and other communications devices to accomplish security tasks.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school; full‑time law enforcement, security, or related experience may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required for some positions.

Schedule

• Night shift: 6:00 pm – 7:30 am, three days per week.
• First 2–3 weeks: 8‑hour shifts, Monday‑Friday (week 1: Friday only with Human Resources).
• After the initial period, transition to the regular 6:00 pm – 7:30 am shifts.