Armed Public Safety Officer, Nights

Piedmont; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newton Hospital seeks a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. You will respond to emergencies, de-escalate incidents, and document events across the facility, ensuring compliance with hospital policies.

Two years of general security/public safety experience are required along with a valid Georgia driver's license and IAHSS certification within one year. Pre-employment screening is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in general security or public safety
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening
• Must pass and maintain training including firearms, Taser, ASP Baton and Mental Health First Aid

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security for students, employees, visitors, patients and property
• First responder to emergencies within the facility
• De-escalate critical events using sound judgment
• Document incidents and conduct initial investigations
• Monitor at-risk individuals and respond to aggressive behavior
• Direct traffic and assist with directions during emergencies

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Taser

Firearm

baton

Job description

Overview

Experience the advantages of real career change! When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch - especially yours. We're committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time. Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters-and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

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.

What You Will Do

• Demonstrate Piedmont values and excellent customer service to all patients, staff, and visitors within a Piedmont Facility.
• Screen for and interdict weapons as they enter a facility.
• Maintains security of the hospital, professional buildings, and parking lot/deck.
• Responsible for a variety of safety routines and emergency security activities
• Perform incident documentation and initial incident investigation.
• Responsible for actively monitoring all at-risk patients and de-escalating difficult situations.
• Respond appropriately to aggressive behavior and apply physical restraints.
• Make sound judgments when utilizing force, including deadly force, to provide a safe environment.
• Demonstrate respect and courtesy in the conduct of job performance.
• Perform documentation in the medical record.
• Enforces all PHC policies, regulations, and applicable state and federal laws.
• Directs traffic when required
• Assists patients/visitors by giving directions and responding to emergencies.
• Advocates for crime prevention and a secure work environment through observation, interaction, and intervention

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 Newton Hospital