Unarmed Security Guard

Unarmed Security Guard

Location: Chattanooga, TN 37405
Job Type: Contract
Contract Duration: December 4, 2026 December 4, 2027
Work Setting: On-Site | Institutional / Behavioral Health Security
Shift: Night Shift | 6:00 PM 7:30 AM
Schedule: 3 Days Per Week
Hours: Approximately 37.5 Hours Per Week

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

• Full-Time Law Enforcement, Security, or Related Experience May Substitute for Education on a Year-for-Year Basis

• Ability to Perform Institutional Security, Patrol, Access Control, and Emergency Response Duties

• Strong Observation, Documentation, Communication, and Situational Awareness Skills

• Valid Driver's License May Be Required Depending on Assigned Duties

Additional Requirements

• Assist With Patient Admissions, Including Metal-Detector Screening, Pat-Downs, and Documentation of Personal Belongings

• Respond to Emergencies and Security-Related Code Situations

• Control Facility Entry and Exit by Verifying Identity, Purpose of Visit, and Authorization

• Prepare Incident Reports, Visitor Logs, Vehicle Citations, and Property Documentation

• Patrol Facilities, Monitor Alarms and Security Systems, and Communicate With Law Enforcement When Necessary

Training Schedule

Week 1: New Employee Orientation | Friday | 8:00 AM 4:30 PM

Week 2: Staff Development | Monday Friday | 8:00 AM 4:30 PM

Week 3: Security Department Training | Monday Friday | 8:00 AM 4:30 PM

Week 4: Security Department Training | Monday Friday | 10:00 AM 6:30 PM

After completion of required training, the employee will transition to the regular night shift schedule of 6:00 PM 7:30 AM, 3 days per week.

Onboarding Requirements

• Government-Issued Photo Identification Required

• Social Security Card Required

• Fingerprinting / Background Check Must Be Completed Within the Required Pre-Employment Timeframe

• Negative TB Test Required Before Hire or During Orientation

• Seasonal Flu Vaccination Required During the Applicable Flu Season unless an approved exemption is granted