Security Officer

The Tennessee Aquarium is searching for a full-time Security officer to interact with visitors and fellow employees giving excellent customer service in a pleasant informative manner that ensures both goodwill and a safe, secure environment against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Practice general safety including fire prevention by monitoring fire panels, pulls stations and smoke detectors; investigate all alarms/incidents and notify staff and/or external emergency agencies
2. Monitor security cameras, cash control escorts, theft deterrence and security alarms
3. Dispatching via a two-way radio, loading dock receiving from vendors and other duties as assigned
4. Provide customer service and render aid to our guests and fellow employees and exceed their expectations.
5. Clearly document incidents and reports; maintain logs with Windows based computer applications
6. Patrol the buildings and grounds; examine doors, gates, and windows to determine that they are safe and secure; document any safety concerns found and notify the appropriate departments
7. Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous relevant experience working with the public
• Courses related to public relations, safety, fire science, criminal science and crowd dynamics preferred
• Must be able to work hours that may involve shift work, weekends, and holidays

License or Certification Required

Must acquire a State of Tennessee security certification license within 90 days of hire date and maintain while employed.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment

Interior and exterior climate changes

Physical Demands

Walking, running, standing, climbing of several levels of stairs on a routine basis and lifting of equipment and packages up to 100 lbs.

Full-time; hourly

Interested applicants are asked to apply online at .