Public Safety Officer- Armed

Piedmont; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, staff, visitors and property. You will respond to emergencies, conduct safety activities and de-escalate conflicts with sound judgment.

The role requires 2 years of public safety experience and relevant certifications for firearms, Taser and other compliance, with duties performed on-site in a complex healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years of general security/public safety experience is required.
• Equivalency of training and job experience to demonstrate responsible handling of weapons and use of force is required.

Responsibilities

• First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
• Perform routine safety and emergency security activities to safeguard people and property.
• De-escalate critical events with sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects.

Skills

De-escalation

First responder

Judgment under pressure

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

IAHSS Certification As A Security Officer within 1 Year

Carry non-lethal weapons (Taser, baton) certifications

Georgia POST certification (preferred)

Tools

Firearms handling

Taser CEW

ASP Baton

Job description

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.

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

• 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 Atlanta Hospital