ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES

The Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools announces a vacancy in the following position:

SECURITY OFFICER – DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT SERVICES
12 months- Pay Grade 9- Base Hourly Rate - $16.72

PENDING 2008-2009 BUDGET APPROVAL

Persons who are qualified and are interested in applying for this position should submit resume with cover letter. Position open until candidate identified.

Please submit resume and cover letter only to:

Human Resources Department
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Avenue
Nashville, TN 37204
Fax – 615-214-8650

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

High School Diploma or GED. Associates Degree in Police Science or Criminal Justice from an accredited college or university is desired. Three (3) years work experience which establishes an employment background consistent with the responsibilities and requirements of this position. Valid Tennessee Driver's License required. Experience in the use of a trained canine for drug detection preferred, but not required.

Knowledge of safety and security procedures and standards in a school setting; knowledge of MNPS policies and procedures relating to school safety and security; knowledge of search methods and procedures; knowledge of MNPS school locations, school properties and the general street locations of Davidson County; skilled in oral and written communications; ability to conduct thorough investigations; ability to patrol assigned school properties and identify and/ or prevent the commission of illegal activity; ability to prepare clear and concise investigative reports; ability to handle oneself professionally and with confidence in court testimonies; ability to safely operate a MNPS issued vehicle; ability to maintain a good working relationship with school personnel, students, parents, and law enforcement personnel.

Applicants are required to file a letter indicating interest in the above named vacancies along with a current resume listing the names, addresses, and phone numbers of at least three (3) references, one of whom must be a current or past supervisor.

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