Armed Public Safety Officer: Investigations & Courts

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Winston-Salem is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. You will intervene in unruly or potentially dangerous situations, conduct criminal investigations within the campus, and coordinate with local law enforcement as needed.

Responsibilities include responding to routine and emergency calls, preparing incident reports, and testifying in court when required.

Qualifications

• General law enforcement certification is required.
• Basic Law Enforcement Training completed.
• Criminal Justice as field of study.
• 2 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to pass background check, polygraph and psychological testing.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficiency with a firearm to meet Advocate Health state standards.

Responsibilities

• Intervene with unruly, abusive, combative, threatening, or armed individuals.
• Apprehend and arrest individuals for criminal activity.
• Complete investigations within assigned jurisdiction; process defendants according to state law.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls; complete incident reports.
• Assist teammates and serve as subject matter expert in criminal process.
• Communicate calmly and professionally; coordinate with community police agencies as appropriate.
• Provide armed response to imminent threats on Advocate Health property.
• Prepare criminal cases for court proceedings, attend court and testify.

Education

General Law Enforcement Certification

Basic Law Enforcement Training

Criminal Justice

Job description

Atrium Health in Winston-Salem is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. You will intervene in unruly or potentially dangerous situations, conduct criminal investigations within the campus, and coordinate with local law enforcement as needed.

Responsibilities include responding to routine and emergency calls, preparing incident reports, and testifying in court when required.