Armed Security Officer: Chattanooga, TN

You will protect a property of our clients against fire, vandalism and illegal entry. 

An Armed Security Officer is a first responder who is responsible for law enforcement and public safety and supervising those whom he/she is responsible for. They provide emergency services by responding to calls and investigating crimes. They patrol areas to detect and prevent crime and are expected to write incident reports.

• →Protects citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws, apprehending suspects, and monitoring traffic.
• →Prevents 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.
• →Apprehends suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help, observing violations, and making arrests.
• →Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, and interrogating suspects.
• →Documents observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
• →Reports observations and actions by testifying in court.
• →Fulfills court orders by serving warrants and commitments.
• →Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic, enforcing laws and ordinances, investigating accidents, providing escort, and reporting unsafe streets and facilities.
• →Minimizes personal injury by rescuing and reviving victims and radioing for medical assistance.
• →Maintains operations by following department policies and procedures and recommending changes.
• →Ensures 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.
• →Maintains 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.
• →Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• 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 preferred