Traffic Control Officer

About the role

Associated Protective Service (APS) is seeking qualified candidates to provide traffic control and security services to clients in Nashville and surrounding communities. Services include traffic control, event security, fixed posts, protective services, and escorts for high‑end entities such as corporations, utility companies, government agencies, and municipalities.

Location: Nashville, TN 37203 (relocation before starting work is preferred).

Requirements

• Tennessee Armed Security Guard License
• Current, former, or retired post‑commissioned officer status
• At least one year of law‑enforcement officer (LEO) service
• POST Commission, LEOSA, and TN guard card
• Dallas Law certification encouraged (optional)

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control traffic flow to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
• Provide security and protection for individuals and property in designated areas.
• Respond to incidents and conflicts, utilizing conflict‑management skills to de‑escalate situations.
• Conduct surveillance and maintain vigilance.
• Collaborate with law enforcement as needed.

Pay

• $30‑$45 per hour, depending on client contract.
• Weekly pay via direct deposit.
• No 1099 classification.

Benefits

• Flexible self‑scheduling through our app (choose your own hours).
• Year‑round work.
• Insurance and 401(k) for qualified members.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Health insurance, health savings account, and flexible spending account.
• Referral program.
• All necessary secondary employment paperwork provided.

Schedule

• Must be able to work at least two shifts per month.
• Available shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Overnight, Weekends, Holidays.
• Flexible schedules; full‑time, part‑time, and event‑based hours (4 – 40 hours per week).