Public Safety Officer - Armed

Piedmont Healthcare; Snellville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Security Officer responsible for routine safety and emergency security activities. This role requires a high school diploma, two years of relevant experience, and various certifications including firearms training and non-lethal weaponry proficiency.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in general security or public safety.
• Certified Healthcare Security Officer required within one year.
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• First responder to emergency incidents.
• Responsible for de-escalating critical events.
• Safeguarding students, employees, visitors, and property.

Skills

Emergency response

Judgment

De-escalation techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Non-lethal weapons training

Firearms training

Job description

Description:

RESPONSIBLE FOR:
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.

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Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or GED

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Two 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, or an equivalence of training and job experience to support effective demonstration of responsible handling of weapons and use of force.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Valid Drivers license & adhere to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Healthcare Security Officer (IAHSS) required within one year of hire.
Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification preferred
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
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.