Security Camera Monitoring Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $51,459.20 - $82,867.20 Annually
Location : Hill Street Main Office: 1600 W Hill ST, Louisville, KY
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-078
Division: Facilities and Security Division
Department: Security
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Closing Date: 7/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: Grade 14/Grade 15
Work days & hours: M-F 4pm to 12:00am
Job Summary
This vacancy will be filled as an Armed Security Guard I/II based on candidate qualifications. Salary ranges are as follows:
Armed Security Guard I
$24.74- $36.78 Hourly
$51,459.20- $76,502.40 Annually
Armed Security Guard II
$26.57- $39.84 Hourly
$55,265.60- $82,867.20 Annually
Armed Security Guard I
Serves as an armed security guard to prevent theft, preserve peace, and prevent disorder on MSD property. Provides direct responsibility for MSD Morris Forman Treatment Plant, Central Maintenance Facility and MSD Main Office. Responsible for building and site security related to employees, customers, vendors, visitors and the general public on MSD facilities. Assists with the day to day operations of Contract Security Guards. Interacts with internal and external customers. Conducts investigations related to emergency service calls, and customer misconduct. Completes written reports for review by the Security Supervisor. Responsible for logging all non-MSD individuals entering MSD facilities. Monitors surveillance cameras to deter and reports suspicious activity.
Armed Security Guard II
Serves as an armed security guard to prevent theft, preserve peace, and prevent disorder on MSD property. Provides direct responsibility for MSD Morris Forman Treatment Plant, Central Maintenance Facility and MSD Main Office. Responsible for building and site security related to employees, customers, vendors, visitors and the general public on MSD facilities. Assists with the day to day operations of Contract Security Guards. Interacts with internal and external customers. Conducts investigations related to emergency service calls, and customer misconduct. Completes written reports for review by the Security Supervisor. Responsible for logging all non-MSD individuals entering MSD facilities. Monitors surveillance cameras to deter and reports suspicious activity.
Essential Job Functions
Armed Security Guard I
Serves as an armed security guard for MSD, including carrying a firearm. Works to reduce/deter the risk of violence in the workplace. Provides protection and enforcement when necessary to maintain peace and order, prevent and detect theft, preserve peace, and prevent disorder. Works to promote the safety of employees, visitors and public at MSD facilities. Works to prevent the loss of property through fire, theft, vandalism and other criminal acts on MSD facilities. Patrols MSD properties, monitors activities and works to promote a secure workplace environment. Signs in and logs all contactors, vendors and visitors entering and exiting MSD Treatment Plants. Greets customers, vendors and employees coming onto MSD plants and the main office building. Provides Main Office security desk coverage and coverage for the Guard Shack at the Treatment Plants. Utilizes a PC and monitors surveillance cameras to investigate suspicious activity and obtains information and identification of individuals. Assists with issuance and retrieval of temporary access badges and contractor badges. Assists in coordinating security and safety for main office employees and the credit union. Provides security for the entrance at CMF and Morris Forman and other MSD locations within Jefferson County. Escorts person(s) from the building when necessary to diffuse incidents. Assists in monitoring and responding to alarms and calls of distress. Notifies proper authorities in emergencies. Covers guard stations and posts as necessary during vacancies.
Armed Security Guard II
Serves as an armed security guard for MSD, including carrying a firearm. Works to reduce/deter the risk of violence in the workplace. Provides protection and enforcement when necessary to maintain peace and order, prevent and detect theft, preserve peace, and prevent disorder. Works to promote the safety of employees, visitors and public at MSD facilities. Works to prevent the loss of property through fire, theft, vandalism and other criminal acts on MSD facilities. Patrols MSD properties, monitors activities and works to promote a secure workplace environment. Signs in and logs all contactors, vendors and visitors entering and exiting MSD Treatment Plants. Greets customers, vendors and employees coming onto MSD plants and the main office building. Provides Main Office security desk coverage and coverage for the Guard Shack at the Treatment Plants. Utilizes a PC and monitors surveillance cameras to investigate suspicious activity and obtains information and identification of individuals. Assists with issuance and retrieval of temporary access badges and contractor badges. Assists in coordinating security and safety for main office employees and the credit union. Provides security for the entrance at CMF and Morris Forman and other MSD locations within Jefferson County. Escorts person(s) from the building when necessary to diffuse incidents. Assists in monitoring and responding to alarms and calls of distress. Notifies proper authorities in emergencies. Covers guard stations and posts as necessary during vacancies.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Necessary to the Work
Armed Security Guard I
Knowledge of security practices and procedures; knowledge of investigative practices such as fraud, theft, accidents and incidents; skill in surveillance monitoring; skill in oral and written communication; skill in problem solving; ability to enforce MSD rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to operate a PC and associated Windows environment software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite); ability to handle difficult or emotional situations and/or customers; ability to be courteous and helpful under pressure; ability to work 24 hour emergency response, various shifts and weekends.
Armed Security Guard II
Knowledge of security practices and procedures; knowledge of investigative practices such as fraud, theft, accidents and incidents; skill in surveillance monitoring; skill in oral and written communication; skill in problem solving; ability to enforce MSD rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to operate a PC and associated Windows environment software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite); ability to handle difficult or emotional situations and/or customers; ability to be courteous and helpful under pressure; ability to work 24 hour emergency response, various shifts and weekends.
Minimum Requirements
Armed Security Guard I
High School Diploma or GED; one or more years of security experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must possess a valid Armed Guard License issued by Louisville Metro Department of Codes and Regulations prior to the start of work. Must possess a valid concealed carry deadly weapon permit (CCDW). Must possess and provide a suitable firearm for use on post. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must have safe work and driving habits.
Armed Security Guard II
High School Diploma or GED; three or more years of law enforcement or security experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must possess a valid Armed Guard License issued by Louisville Metro Department of Codes and Regulations prior to the start of work. Must possess a valid concealed carry deadly weapon permit (CCDW). Must possess and provide a suitable firearm for use on post. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must have safe work and driving habits. Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred.
This position is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug testing.
NON-UNIT, NON-EXEMPT
The following is a brief description of the major benefits that are provided to you as a Non-Unit, Non-Exempt employee of MSD. You will receive more detailed information on these benefits as they become effective. Please contact MSD's Benefits office at if you have any questions on any of the areas summarized below:
Group Health Care Plans
Health Insurance
MSD offers its employees and their dependents a health care plan that provides a wide variety of benefit coverage, including hospital, surgical, physicians, and prescription drugs. The company and employee share in the cost of this coverage. Coverage is effective 30 days after date of hire.
Dental Benefits
MSD's dental program offers coverage for a range of dental services, including diagnostic, preventive care, and orthodontic benefits for children. The company and employee share in the cost of this coverage. Coverage is effective 30 days after date of hire.
Group Disability/Life Insurance Benefits
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Effective after the completion of an employee's new hire probationary period this plan provides 66 2/3% of your regular weekly wage during the period of any disabling illness or injury. Benefits begin the first day of disability, if hospitalized as an in-patient or for 24 hours, and on the sixth day under a doctor's care if not hospitalized. Employees can draw up to 26 weeks of disability benefits in a rolling twelve (12) month period.
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
MSD offers an LTD plan which provides a replacement income of 66 2/3% of your insured pre-disability earnings in the event of an illness or injury that keeps a plan participant from work for more than six months. There is a six- month eligibility waiting period. When eligible, coverage is effective after a 180-day elimination period and is payable up to age 65.
AETNA Personal Accident Plan
The Aetna Accident Plan helps to fill financial gaps caused by expenses related to an injury caused by a covered accident. Cash benefits are paid directly to you, no matter what is covered by your medical plan or any other insurance. Benefits are paid for initial and follow-up care, medical imaging, X-rays, dislocations, fractures, physical therapy and more. Benefits can be used to pay expenses like coinsurance, deductibles, or everyday expenses like your mortgage, childcare, or groceries. It's up to you. Premiums are the responsibility of the employee and payroll deducted. Coverage is effective 30 days after date of hire.
AETNA Critical Illness Plan
The Aetna Critical Illness Plan can help you protect your finances if you are diagnosed with a covered serious condition. The plan pays cash benefits to you if you are diagnosed with a heart attack, stroke, end stage renal failure, invasive cancer and more. You can use the money to help cover your deductible or for everyday expenses like utility bills, mortgage payments and groceries. It's up to you. Your plan also includes a health screening benefit for a covered preventive test. See your plan summary for details of coverage, including limitations and exclusions. Please note, your critical illness diagnosis needs to occur on or after your coverage effective date for the plan to pay benefits. Premiums are the responsibility of the employee and payroll deducted. Coverage is effective 30 days after date of hire.
AETNA Hospital Plan
The Aetna Hospital Indemnity Plan pays cash benefits to you for an inpatient hospital admission and daily stays. Benefits can help pay towards your medical plan's deductible, coinsurance, or everyday expenses like day care, utilities, and groceries. See the attached plan summary for details of coverage, including limitations and exclusions. Premiums are the responsibility of the employee and payroll deducted. Coverage is effective 30 days after date of hire.
Basic/Supplemental Life Insurance
Basic Life & AD&D insurance is provided at no cost to the employees. The life amount is one times your annual salary to a maximum of $350,000. Additional life insurance coverage, including dependent life is offered with the employee paying the premium cost. Special features include beneficiary resource services and waiver of premium. Coverage is effective 30 days after date of hire.
Retirement
County Employees Retirement System (CERS) - also referred to as Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
All employees participate in the CERS after one year of service. This one-year service requirement is waived in the event you have previously participated in CERS or one of the other Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA) programs (this rule applies for Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 members). The plan is funded by joint contributions made by MSD and the employee. First time enrolling plan members are required to contribute 6% of his/her gross salary through payroll deductions and MSD is required to contribute at an actuarially determined rate. Both MSD and employee contributions are set by the legislature and are subject to state legislative changes. Vesting is achieved after 5 years of participation for Tier 3 members.
Employee savings plans (401(k)) and 457
MSD makes it easy for employees to plan for their retirement by offering a savings program that allows employees to accumulate savings through individual before-tax payroll contributions. MSD does not contribute any matching funds to either of the above plans. MSD's financial involvement is assisting in the administration of both plans. Employees are eligible to participate in this plan from the first day of employment.
Mission Square Retirement (formerly ICMA-RC) and Kentucky Deferred Comp IRAs
Mission Square Retirement and the Kentucky Public Employees Deferred Compensation Authority both offer Traditional and Roth IRAs to MSD employees through individual payroll contributions. The Traditional IRA allows you to defer taxes on your earnings until they are withdrawn. Roth contributions and earnings are tax free if withdrawn after