Security Guard 1

Job Description

State of Tennessee Job Information
Opening Date/Time
10/06/2026 12:00AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time
10/12/2026 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly)
$2,135.00 - $3,195.00
Salary (Annually)
$25,620.00 - $38,340.00
Job Type
Full-Time
City, State Location
Chattanooga, TN
Department
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES, HAMILTON COUNTY
This position is located at Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Education and Experience:
Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school; qualifying full-time law enforcement, security or related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Necessary Special Qualifications:
A valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.

Under general supervision, is responsible for institutional and related security work of average difficulty; and performs related work as required. This is the entry-working class in the security guard sub-series. An employee in this class may be assigned to work any shift in providing a full range of institutional and other security activities, such as protection of public buildings. This class differs from that of Security Guard 2 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for acting as lead security guard on an assigned shift.

Performs various security activities such as paroling facilities, monitoring alarms, monitoring security systems, checking for safety hazards, and violations of laws and rules. Operates security equipment in the performance of security tasks such as two-way radios and other communication devices, patrol and other transportation vehicles.
Controls the entrance and exit of individuals by checking for identity, purpose of visit, and authorization. Escorts individuals to ensure their safety as needed.
Responds to calls and takes appropriate action to assist in emergency situations. Searches for and apprehends missing or unauthorized individuals.
Advises any security concerns to supervisor. Communicates with law enforcement agencies to exchange information and request assistance.
Prepares and maintains various reports such as incident reports, vehicle citations, visitor logs, and personal property reports.

Competencies:
Instills Trust
Manages Conflict
Communicates Effectively
Decision Quality
Action Oriented
Knowledges:
Public Safety and Security
English Language
Clerical
Customer and Personal Service
Skills:
Active Learning and Listening
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Writing
Social Perceptiveness
Abilities:
Limb and/or Full Body Coordination
Night Vision
Peripheral Vision
Sound Localization
Auditory Attention

Motor Vehicle and Golf Carts
Security Surveillance/Monitoring Equipment
Two-Way Radio and Other Communication Devices
Restraint Devices and Other Security Equipment
Computers

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:
A valid driver's license
For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.
Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.
**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

Minimum Qualifications

Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school; qualifying full-time law enforcement, security or related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions. Under general supervision, is responsible for institutional and related security work of average difficulty; and performs related work as required. This is the entry-working class in the security guard sub-series. An employee in this class may be assigned to work any shift in providing a full range of institutional and other security activities, such as protection of public buildings. This class differs from that of Security Guard 2 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for acting as lead security guard on an assigned shift. Performs various security activities such as paroling facilities, monitoring alarms, monitoring security systems, checking for safety hazards, and violations of laws and rules. Operates security equipment in the performance of security tasks such as two-way radios and other communication devices, patrol and other transportation vehicles. Controls the entrance and exit of individuals by checking for identity, purpose of visit, and authorization. Escorts individuals to ensure their safety as needed. Responds to calls and takes appropriate action to assist in emergency situations. Searches for and apprehends missing or unauthorized individuals. Advises any security concerns to supervisor. Communicates with law enforcement agencies to exchange information and request assistance. Prepares and maintains various reports such as incident reports, vehicle citations, visitor logs, and personal property reports. Competencies: Instills Trust Manages Conflict Communicates Effectively Decision Quality Action Oriented Knowledges: Public Safety and Security English Language Clerical Customer and Personal Service Skills: Active Learning and Listening Reading Comprehension Speaking Writing Social Perceptiveness Abilities: Limb and/or Full Body Coordination Night Vision Peripheral Vision Sound Localization Auditory Attention Motor Vehicle and Golf Carts Security Surveillance/Monitoring Equipment Two-Way Radio and Other Communication Devices Restraint Devices and Other Security Equipment Computers State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications: A valid driver's license For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.