Armed Security Officer

Belmont University•Belmont, CA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Belmont University is hiring a full-time Armed Security Officer in the Office of Campus Security. The position patrols campus, protects property, and responds to emergencies and requests for assistance. The officer conducts visible, proactive patrols; investigates unusual or suspicious circumstances; identifies security concerns and hazards; enforces parking regulations; and provides general security services to the campus community and visitors. Duties also include responding to alarms, medical and psychological emergencies, traffic accidents, and other calls for service; performing building checks and access duties; and acting as a first responder. Officers may provide direction to contract security at special events, assist other emergency responders, and serve as liaisons with local law enforcement. The role includes documenting incidents and other activity, participating in debriefs, and potentially helping orient new hires or presenting security-related topics and officer training. The position offers paid training and is eligible for a shift differential. Work is performed outdoors and may involve exposure to weather, moving vehicles and machinery, electrical current, high places, chemicals, and conditions affecting the respiratory system. The role requires a range of physical activities, including standing, walking, climbing, and lifting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Be a registered armed security guard in Tennessee or be able to qualify.
Be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid ID.
Be a U.S. citizen or resident alien.
Be legally mentally competent and of good moral character; be free of habitual drunkenness or narcotics addiction or dependence.
Pass an FBI/TBI-based background check; any sentences or probation must have been completed at least five years prior, as required by Tennessee.
Have no disability that would prevent performance of the duties.
Meet state-regulated training requirements.
Be trained in, or able to complete training in, critical incident management, including the Incident Command System, the National Incident Management System, and the IPMBA Bicycle Certification Program.
Demonstrate self-restraint in challenging situations.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate observations, explain actions, write clear and concise reports, and present to campus groups.
Have active listening skills and the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Be able to relate to and gain the confidence and cooperation of the university community, deal tactfully and effectively with a wide variety of people, and remain calm and rational in emergencies.
Be able to work with minimal supervision, handle multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality.
Be able to operate computer equipment and a two-way radio.
Take ownership and actively seek opportunities to assist others; be able to assess and effectively manage crises.
Have experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations.
Be able to thrive in an environment of hard work and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Have at least three years of experience demonstrating reliability and accountability, good judgment, customer service, discretion, decision-making and problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Complete a background check satisfactory to the University.
Meet the physical demands of the position, including sitting, repetitive hand motions, hearing, listening, talking, standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling or squatting, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, pulling, pushing, shoveling, frequently lifting up to 20 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lifting over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business, or Law Enforcement.
Related experience in an institution of higher education.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural setting.

Responsibilities

Patrol campus, protect property, and respond to emergencies and requests for assistance.
Maintain a positive, courteous, professional, and respectful demeanor when interacting with the university community and visitors.
Build rapport with members of the university community and surrounding areas, exchange information, and participate in community relations activities.
Conduct proactive, high-visibility patrols to deter theft, vandalism, and other criminal offenses and to identify opportunities to assist the campus community.
Observe and investigate unusual or suspicious circumstances and inappropriate use of university facilities or property.
Identify, report, and follow up on security concerns and hazards, including lighting, access control, alarm systems, and fire safety issues.
Enforce campus parking regulations, including ticketing, immobilizing, and towing vehicles as appropriate.
Perform escorts, jump starts, vehicle access assistance, alarm response, building checks, building access and lockups, and preliminary investigations of campus incidents.
Respond to fire, duress, and burglar alarms; medical and psychological emergencies; and other calls for service.
Provide direction to contract security at special events as needed.
Respond to and assist with traffic accidents on or near campus until appropriate authorities arrive.
Provide assistance and service to members of the Belmont community near campus as needed.
Act as a first responder and implement incident command for significant incidents in accordance with NIMS/ICS training and the university emergency management plan.
Provide first aid and assist police, fire, EMS, and other responders as needed.
Liaise with local law enforcement agencies and participate in debriefs and critiques to support continuous improvement.
Ensure timely notifications, communicate accurate information, and document activity using the required reports and forms.
Assist with orienting new hires and present security-related topics or in-service training as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.