Public Safety Officer

WakeMed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed is seeking a Public Safety Officer to patrol hospital campuses, protecting patients, visitors, staff and property. The role includes patrolling assigned areas, monitoring CCTV, and investigating irregularities to maintain a safe environment across WakeMed campuses.

You will provide information and assistance to all on site, 24 hours a day. Experience in security or law enforcement is preferred, with higher education in criminal justice encouraged.

Qualifications

• Patrols assigned areas to maintain safety and security.
• Responds to incidents and irregularities with appropriate action.
• Provides information and assistance to patients, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus areas to deter and detect security threats.
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems to ensure safe environments.
• Investigate irregularities and respond to security incidents.
• Provide information and assistance to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Support 24-hour security operations across WakeMed campuses.

Skills

Surveillance

Customer service

Alertness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

Overview

The Public Safety Officer provides security of patients, visitors, staff and property by patrolling assigned areas, maintaining visitor control and investigating irregularities. Provides information and assistance to patients, visitors, and staff. The Campus Police & Public Safety department promotes a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors. Available 24 hours a day, monitoring emergency security/communications systems within the hospital, investigating irregularities and managing the CCTV surveillance cameras located across the campuses/facilities.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Not Applicable

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Associate's Degree Criminal Justice Preferred Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Experience

2 Years Security Preferred 3 Years Law Enforcement Preferred 2 Years Public Safety Preferred 2 Years Military Preferred 2 Years Clinical - EMS or Medical Transport Service Preferred