Armed Security Officer (Full Time): Erlanger Chattanooga, TN

Walden Security•Chattanooga, TN

9h•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Walden Security is seeking an Armed Security Officer for a full-time position in Erlanger, Chattanooga, TN. This role involves protecting client property from fire, vandalism, and illegal entry. The officer will act as a first responder, responsible for law enforcement and public safety, including supervising others. Key duties include providing emergency services, responding to calls, investigating crimes, patrolling areas to prevent crime, and writing incident reports. Walden Security emphasizes extensive training, professional development, and a supportive culture, offering same-day offers and a range of benefits.

Requirements

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Minimum of 21 years of age
Ability to pass criminal background check and drug test
Prior Law Enforcement or Military experience required

Responsibilities

Protect a property of our clients against fire, vandalism and illegal entry.
Responsible for law enforcement and public safety and supervising those whom he/she is responsible for.
Provide emergency services by responding to calls and investigating crimes.
Patrol areas to detect and prevent crime.
Write incident reports.
Protect citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws, apprehending suspects, and monitoring traffic.
Prevent crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; and detaining suspects.
Apprehend suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help, observing violations, and making arrests.
Conduct criminal investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, and interrogating suspects.
Document observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
Report observations and actions by testifying in court.
Fulfill court orders by serving warrants and commitments.
Maintain safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic, enforcing laws and ordinances, investigating accidents, providing escort, and reporting unsafe streets and facilities.
Minimize personal injury by rescuing and reviving victims and radioing for medical assistance.
Maintain operations by following department policies and procedures and recommending changes.
Ensure operation of equipment by practicing responsible use, completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, notifying supervisor of needed repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; practicing skills; and participating in professional societies.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Benefits

Same Day Offers
Extensive Training
Save on phone, vacation, auto, retailers and more!
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Family Scholarship
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs (Tenure Recognition, On-The-Spot Bonuses, Officer of the Month and Officer of the Year recognitions which include awards and bonuses)
Culture of Caring
Award Winning Company
Promote From Within Philosophy
Flexible Schedules
Competitive Pay!
Medical Insurance
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Short Term Disability
401K/403b Plan
Educational Assistance