Security Guard - Library

Overview

The Security Guard patrols and monitors assigned areas to protect library patrons, employees, buildings, and property. Property guards will not carry weapons or firearms. Also performs related duties as required.

• Patrols library property on foot or with a vehicle.
• Maintains order and calls for police assistance when needed.
• Enforces Library Rules of Conduct.
• Monitors and operates various security devices/systems.
• Prepares written and oral reports as needed.
• Gives direction and provides other information to employees and the public.
• Rotates being on call for after-hours alarm calls.
• Acts as key responder for emergency after hour calls.
• May file arrest warrants on behalf of the library and appear in court as a witness.
• May lead and coordinate the work of contract security officers.

Education & Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must obtain State Certification for Unarmed Guards within the first 6 months of employment.

Required Licenses: Valid Driver's License.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

• Experience controlling the admittance of persons or vehicles on private or public property
• Experience operating safety/security equipment, automobile, computer and general office equipment
• Experience monitoring and patrolling a secure area
• Knowledge of safety/conduct rules and regulations
• Bilingual language skills

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at

Core Benefits

• Medical:
  Choice of two plans;
  Metro pays 75% of premium
• Dental:
  Choice of two plans;
  Metro pays for single coverage
• Basic Life: $50,000 basic term life coverage;
  Metro pays 100% of premium
• Pension:
  Formula-driven pension; 100% Metro funded; 10 year vesting for new employees
• Paid Family Leave:
  Runs concurrently with time designated as FMLA leave (up to 30 days)
• Longevity:
  Annual bonus beginning after 5 years of service; increases annually up to 20 years
• Work Life/ Employee Assistance Program:
  Wide variety of counseling, referral and consultation services provided free
• Other*:
  In-line-of-duty injury benefits, AD&D insurance, and Medical Disability eligibility after 10 years with Metro

• Paid leave (Full-time employees)
• Vacation: 10 vacation days a year; increasing after 5 years of service
• Holidays: 12 holidays per year
• Sick leave: 12 days of sick leave per year
• Other leaves:
  Judicial leave, military leave, bereavement leave
• See the Human Resources webpage for more details and optional benefits /hr