Security Officer 1

Tennessee State University Police Department invites applications for Security Officer 1.

The Security Officer 1 patrols, observes and reports incidents or activities that appear to be in violation of the law or violation of university rules and regulation and of a questionable and suspicious nature; reports accidents involving persons or property; report probable cause of incidents and pursue appropriate course of action and informs proper authorities as required; directs and controls traffic on campus; handle duties as prescribed by an assigned fixed post orders; enforce and abide by all lawful orders and directives give to you by your immediate supervisor and supervisory chain of command; testify in court or in legal proceedings as required by the nature of your position; check for valid university identification and any other plaque, decal, or sticker issued by the university; issues parking citations; operates and maintains security equipment; keeps records and makes reports; and performs other related work as assigned. Security Officer may be required to drive a TSUPD security vehicle, during their shift. Be assigned to a security booth, substation, campus building, and any other area on campus.

This position requires availability on all three shifts, weekend and holiday work as well as mandatory work periods to include commencements, registration, concerts and other special events sponsored by the university both on and off campus. MUST comply with all city, state and national ordinances. Must obey all laws, on and off duty; During your tour of duty, you Must treat all persons with the utmost respect and professionalism; Must at all times perform and carry ourselves in the highest ethical manner possible; uniforms will always be neat and clean; equipment will be in good working order. Well groomed is a must and will comply with department policy.