Inspector II

External - Posting Description

Inspector II - 518382

Organization: Chief Administrative Office

Department: REGIONAL FIELD - NORTH

Work Location: North Region, Sumner County, Gallatin, TN area

Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this role.

Posting Open: 4/18/2026

Posting Close: 4/15/2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Grade / Salary: Competitive

POSITION PURPOSE:

Identified as journeyman level Inspector.

Federally commissioned employee trained as a physical security specialist to provide integrated security and law enforcement services.

Provides comprehensive security services, including assessments of facilities to identify credible threats, and implementation and testing of countermeasures to mitigate risks. Serves as the Facilities Security Specialist for TVA facilities located within their designated district.

JOB DIMENSIONS:

Supervisory Responsibility — indirect - Oversees and coordinates the work product of others including contractors and project management. May substitute and act for the Supervisory Inspector in that person’s absence.

Budget Responsibility — indirect - Non-compliance impacts to TVA could be millions of dollars.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Provides management with assessments and risks analysis of assigned TVA facilities annually, or more often as needed.

Collaborates with Technical Security Specialists (TSS) to determine security needs, and then assists with design and planning of countermeasures for assigned facilities, including schedule and cost estimates. This information is used to formulate policy, procedure, and standards.

Schedules and conducts inspections of worksites and facilities for compliance with regulatory requirements.

Develops and maintains core competencies with industry standards for physical security techniques and countermeasures.

Promotes culture of security and develops positive working relationships with TVA facility tenants, and maintains continuous liaison with facility tenant management. Advises supervisory officials on problem areas determined by the security survey process and risk evaluations.

Provides oversight to the contract security officer services at TVA facilities.

Conducts training for customers on security awareness, workplace violence, regulatory compliance, and emergency planning.

Collaborates with management in preparation of facility emergency response and evacuation plans.

Serves as liaison with state, local, and federal law enforcement agencies for the purpose of sharing and gathering intelligence.

In addition to regular duties, the incumbent may perform law enforcement duties to include investigations and response to criminal incidents, alarms, and other emergencies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education — Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study from an accredited education institution; or equivalent education, training and experience.

Experience — Must have at least three years law enforcement/security management or equivalent experience and three years as Inspector I or equivalent experience.

Certification/Licenses/etc. — Must successfully complete assessments, including oral and written competency tests, psychological, polygraph, medical, physical efficiency battery, background investigation, drug screening, firearms qualification test, and swim test.

Continued employment is contingent on successful completion of all phases of the Basic Law Enforcement Training program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center; successful completion of all phases of the TVAP Field Training Program and satisfactory completion of a one-year probationary period (for new outsides hires); successful completion of annual in-service and emergency medical care training; successful completion of annual physical efficiency battery test; and satisfactory completion of other prescribed training after appointment.

Must be at least 21 years of age; a U.S. citizen not convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge or any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, controlled substances, or any criminal activity unbecoming an officer; and not have been released or discharged under any other than honorable discharge from any of the armed forces of the United States. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license; must be able to obtain watercraft operator certification. Must be able to obtain and maintain a top secret security clearance.

Must live within 45 miles of official station.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities —Knowledge of: TVA’s objectives, policies, and programs; TVA rules and regulations; applicable federal, state, and local statutes; applicable regulatory requirements affecting the Agency. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Proven positive interpersonal communication skills. Working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, and personal information management software. Must have demonstrated a working knowledge/skill/ability of Function/Performance Testing and Test Plan Development Proficiency; Physical Security Assessments; Contract Security Program; Presentation Development and Delivery; Setting and Managing Priorities; Deficiency Identification and Reporting; and Maintaining Regulatory Compliance. Required to reside within assigned service area.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace. TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

How to Claim Vet Preference

If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.

How to Submit Documentation:

More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email Careers@tva.gov.