Public Safety & First-Response Officer

Piedmont Healthcare; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Cartersville seeks a security officer to perform routine safety and emergency security activities, protecting patients, staff, visitors, and property. You will be the first responder to incidents and must calmly de-escalate critical events with sound judgment.

Education required is a high school diploma or GED. No experience is required, though 2 years in general security or public safety is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; 2 years security/public safety experience preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening.
• Must pass and maintain training requirements including certifications in Taser, ASP Baton, MHFA, and others as directed.
• Georgia POST certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies within the facility as the first responder.
• Safely de-escalate critical events and engage with combative or escalating subjects with sound judgment.

Skills

First responder

De-escalation

Judgment under pressure

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Security/public safety experience (preferred)

Tools

Driver License (DL)

Security certifications (Taser, ASP Baton, MHFA)

Job description

Piedmont Cartersville seeks a security officer to perform routine safety and emergency security activities, protecting patients, staff, visitors, and property. You will be the first responder to incidents and must calmly de-escalate critical events with sound judgment.

Education required is a high school diploma or GED. No experience is required, though 2 years in general security or public safety is preferred.