Armed Public Safety Officer | First Responder & De-Escalation

Piedmont HealthCare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to protect patients, staff, and visitors. The role includes routine safety duties, rapid emergency response, and safe de-escalation of confrontations within the facility.

Responsibilities include remaining vigilant, applying de-escalation techniques, and complying with facility security policies while ensuring a safe environment for all. A valid license and training are required.

Qualifications

• 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
• Equivalence of training and job experience to demonstrate responsible handling of weapons and use of force

Responsibilities

• Provide routine safety and emergency security activities to safeguard students, employees, visitors, patients, and property
• Serve as first responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility
• De-escalate critical events with sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects

Skills

Emergency response

De-escalation

Judgment under pressure

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Firearms handling

Taser

ASP Baton

Mental Health First Aid

Vehicle Safety Program

Job description

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to protect patients, staff, and visitors. The role includes routine safety duties, rapid emergency response, and safe de-escalation of confrontations within the facility.

Responsibilities include remaining vigilant, applying de-escalation techniques, and complying with facility security policies while ensuring a safe environment for all. A valid license and training are required.