Security Guard Services in Nashville, TN

Our Nashville supervisors work in the market and visit posts in person. See our Tennessee page for statewide coverage and license details.

Retail Districts Covered in Nashville

We support retailers, venues and properties across the Nashville area, including:

• The Mall at Green Hills
• The Gulch
• Lower Broadway
• Hill Center Belle Meade
• CoolSprings Galleria in Franklin
• 12 South

Security Considerations in Nashville

Nashville draws millions of visitors each year for music, sports and conventions. Retailers and venues need officers who can manage large crowds, keep entrances under control and scale up for event weekends.

The Mall at Green Hills and the Gulch are home to the city’s luxury and boutique retail. Stores there need officers who fit a high-end setting and can recognize organized theft early.

Security Services in Nashville

Screening, Training and Supervision

Officers complete a five-stage screening process and tier-based training before assignment, including de-escalation and, for retail posts, organized retail crime recognition. Supervisors make unannounced site visits, and the MGP Operations Desk answers 24/7/365. Incidents are documented on scene, time-stamped and GPS-verified.

Tennessee Licensing

Tennessee security companies are licensed by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, and officers must hold a security guard registration. Armed officers must complete additional training and hold an armed registration. McCray Global Protection holds Tennessee license 13722.

Fire Watch Rules in Nashville

• Nashville Fire Marshal’s Office permit materials describe a Special Event Fire Watch permit, required when the fire code official decides it is essential for public safety. The owner or agent must provide the fire watch personnel, with at least one dedicated person plus a relief person. Source

MGP writes the local fire authority’s requirements into the Post Orders before the first shift. See Fire Watch Security.

Hiring Off-Duty Police Officers in Nashville

• Metro Nashville Police officers are hired for off-duty work through the department’s Secondary Employment Unit (SEU), which requires an online application and a signed, notarized contract. The SEU is the only way to hire an MNPD officer with a police vehicle. Source

MGP coordinates off-duty officer coverage where the department allows it, and assigns Tier III retired police officers where it does not. See Off-Duty Police Officer Services.

Common Questions

Are armed officers available in Nashville?

Yes. Armed posts are staffed by retired law enforcement officers who hold the armed licensing Tennessee requires, and are assigned after a review of the site’s risk, lease and insurance requirements. For luxury boutiques, MGP generally recommends unarmed officers focused on deterrence and client service.

How is security guard coverage priced?

Rates depend on the officer classification, armed or unarmed status, hours, schedule and site requirements. MGP provides a written rate schedule after reviewing your needs. Holiday, overnight and short-notice coverage is billed at a premium rate.