Security Officer 1

Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Security Officer 1Division VP and Chief Operating OfficerDepartment TSU Police DeptNumber of hours per week 40Days to be worked Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, SaturdayMonths per year Fiscal (12 months)If modified, list monthsJob Type Full-TimeCampus Avon Williams / Main CampusIf other location, please indicatePosition Number 104900Advertised Salary $40,000Pay Basis Semi-MonthlyJob DescriptionTennessee 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.Minimum QualificationsMeets the requirements of TCA 38-8-106, Qualifications of Police Officers; be at least eighteen (18) years of age; be a citizen of the United States; be a high school graduate or possess equivalency; not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge or to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor or controlled substances; not have been released or discharged under any other than honorable discharge from any of the armed forces of the United States; have his fingerprints on file with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation; have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician; have a good moral character as determined by the thorough investigation conducted by the employing agency; and be free of all apparent mental disorders as described in the Diagnostic and Statistical manual of Mental Disorders, Third Edition ( DSM -111) of the American Psychiatric Association. Applicants must be certified as meeting these criteria by a qualified professional in the psychiatric or psychological fields. Possess a valid Tennessee operator license as issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety.Special Instructions to ApplicantsEmployment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.Open Date 06/05/2026Close Date 06/21/2026Job Category TechnicalRequisition NumberBenefitsTennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.Quick Link https://jobs.tnstate.edu/postings/10746Reference LetterReferencesRequiredMinimum References Required 2Recommendation Deadline