Public Safety Officer

National Police; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Fayette Hospital is seeking a Security Officer responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities to protect students, staff, visitors and property. As a first responder, you will engage calmly with incidents and ensure rapid, professional de-escalation when needed.

The role requires vigilance, sound judgment and a commitment to hospital safety protocols. No experience required, though prior public safety work is preferred, and essential certifications must be

Qualifications

• Education: H.S. Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience: No experience required; 2 years in security or public safety preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Georgia Driver License; IAHSS Security Officer certification within 1 year; pre-employment psychological screening; trainings like Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid as required; POS T certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
• Responsible for routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding patients and staff.
• Responsible for safe de-escalation of critical events and the use of sound judgment with combative or escalating individuals.

Skills

First responder

De-escalation

Emergency response

Sound judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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.

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

• No experience required Required
• 2 years experience in general security, military or other public safety experience Preferred

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
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening Required
• Must pass and maintain all training requirements to maintain employment to include certifications in 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 Fayette Hospital