Public Safety Officer, Armed

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Midtown is seeking a security officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. You will respond to emergencies, de-escalate critical events, and use sound judgment when engaging with escalating individuals.

The role requires carrying firearms and meeting certification requirements. Required are a GED, 2 years in security/public safety or equivalent training, and in-state driver's license.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years in general security/public safety or equivalent training.
• Driver License valid in state and comply with vehicle safety policy.
• IAHSS security officer certification within 1 year.
• Carry non-lethal weapons and firearm and pass psychological screening.
• Maintain required firearms, Taser, baton, and health safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• First responder to emergencies within the facility and safeguard students, staff, visitors and property.

Skills

Firearms handling

De-escalation

Public safety

Education

GED

Tools

Taser CEW

ASP Baton

Firearm

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.

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 Columbus Midtown