Armed Public Safety Officer, Days

Piedmont Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard students, employees, visitors, and patients. You will respond to emergencies, manage safety incidents, and de-escalate conflicts with sound judgment to protect people and property.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, and 2 years in general security or public safety, with required firearms and other certifications. This on-site role supports a safe hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of experience in general security/public safety or equivalent training.
• Ability to carry firearm in regular duty and maintain required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine safety and emergency security activities to protect people and property.
• Serve as first responder to emergency incidents within the facility.
• De-escalate critical events using sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating individuals.

Skills

Emergency response

De-escalation

Firearm handling

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients, and property. First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility. Responsible for the safe de-escalation of critical events and the use of sound judgment in the engagement with combative or escalating subjects.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Work Experience

• 2 years of experience in general security, military or other public safety experience where required to actively carry a firearm in the regular course of duty Required or
• equivalence of training and job experience to support effective demonstration of responsible handling of weapons and use of force. Required

Licenses and Certifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State & adhere to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500 Upon Hire Required
• IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer within 1 Year Required
• Carry non-lethal weapons such as a Taser CEW and/or a baton Required
• Carry company issued firearm Required
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening Required
• Must pass and maintain all training requirements to maintain employment to include certifications in Firearms, Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid, and others as directed Required
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital