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Safety & Security Officer - City Parks Division

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$16.68/hr

Due to continued growth, PBA is seeking Safety & Security Officers to join our City Parks Security team. This position reports to the Director of Security and plays a key role in ensuring the safety ...

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Director of Parks and Recreation

Burleson, TX · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT The Burleson Parks and Recreation Department delivers ... Burleson also participates in Social Security and has a 457(k) deferred compensation option ...

City of Bentonville

Parks Planner

Bentonville, AR · On-site

$60K - $66K/yr

Safety/Security Status: None SUMMARY: Develops and implements comprehensive plans and programs for the development and utilization of land, facilities, and physical assets of the Parks & Recreation ...

City of New York

Parks Enforcement Patrol

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$58K - $92K/yr

PEP officers are uniformed, shielded officers who provide security and safety in city parks, provide information about Parks rules to patrons, and safeguard Parks' wildlife and facilities. PEP ...

City of New York

Parks Enforcement Patrol

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$58K - $92K/yr

PEP officers are uniformed, shielded officers who provide security and safety in city parks, provide information about Parks rules to patrons, and safeguard Parks' wildlife and facilities. PEP ...

City of New York

Parks Enforcement Patrol

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

PEP officers are uniformed, shielded officers who provide security and safety in city parks, provide information about Parks rules to patrons, and safeguard Parks' wildlife and facilities. PEP ...

City of Paducah

Park Ranger - Parks

Paducah, KY · On-site

$14/hr

Description Under general supervision, serves as an ambassador for the Parks Department, in city ... Maintains visibility to establish a security presence. * Informs visitors of parking regulations ...

City of Paducah

Park Ranger - Parks

Paducah, KY · On-site

$14/hr

Under general supervision, serves as an ambassador for the Parks Department, in city parks ... Maintains visibility to establish a security presence. * Informs visitors of parking regulations ...

City of Paducah, KY

Park Ranger - Parks

Paducah, KY · On-site

$14/hr

Job Type Part-time Description Under general supervision, serves as an ambassador for the Parks ... Maintains visibility to establish a security presence. * Informs visitors of parking regulations ...

City of St. Peters

The Parks Department fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages ... Retirement & Financial security: Missouri LAGERS L-6 defined benefit pension plan (with Rule of 80 ...

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Safety & Security Officer - City Parks Division

Knoxville, TN • On-site

Public Building Authority
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$16.68/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

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The Public Building Authority (PBA) is a joint public, non-profit organization created by Knox County and the City of Knoxville to develop, construct, manage, and maintain a wide range of public facilities and services on their behalf. PBA oversees major construction projects, provides long-term property and grounds management for millions of square feet of buildings—including city and county facilities, parks, and parking garages—and even handles security, telecommunications infrastructure and on-street parking operations throughout the community. Governed by an 11-member board appointed by county and city leaders, the PBA works to deliver cost-effective, professional facility services that support local government operations and enhance public spaces for residents and visitors alike.

Due to continued growth, PBA is seeking Safety & Security Officers to join our City Parks Security team. This position reports to the Director of Security and plays a key role in ensuring the safety of the public, tenants and staff at PBA managed park properties.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assists with providing continuous surveillance of assigned facility.
  • Provides continual inspection of safety and security on PBA properties.
  • Reports concerns to immediate supervisor or appropriate PBA staff member(s) on an on-going basis.
  • Ensures that proper security and life safety measures are provided for the public and the building tenants.
  • Provides assistance and information to members of the public and building tenants.
  • Patrols assigned buildings, streets, parks, and garages of PBA-managed facilities to ensure no safety or security concerns are present.
  • Investigates and reports accidents and/or incidents that occur on PBA-managed properties.


Safety officers for the City Parks department can choose between two shifts and work a four on-three off schedule. Shift differential is provided for those on second shift.


Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Must have no felony convictions. Must have no misdemeanor convictions that would compromise the mission of the Public Building Authority.
  • Must have a current Tennessee driver’s license.
  • This is an entry level position; training will be provided.

Why Join PBA?

Full-time team members enjoy an outstanding benefits package, including:

  • 13 paid holidays.
  • Generous time off and sick leave accrual.
  • Comprehensive County health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
  • 401(a) retirement plan with a 6% employer match.
  • County funded life insurance (1.5x salary up to $50,000).
  • Uniform allowance.
  • An excellent work environment.

Qualified candidates should reply with a resume and cover letter containing salary requirements.

To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit www.ktnpba.org.

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