Public Safety Officer (Armed)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Wheeler Heights (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking an Armed Public Safety Officer to join our security team.

This full-time role requires patrolling hospital grounds, responding to emergencies, and enforcing security policies to ensure safety for patients, visitors, physicians and staff. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of armed security experience, state firearms certification, and the ability to work 12-hour day or night shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must read, write, and follow written or oral instructions.
• 2+ years of armed security experience required.
• State firearms certification and related training required.
• No felony convictions.
• Must own a cell phone for emergencies/on-call events.
• Firearm training, written tests, and range qualification required.
• Annual firearms recertification required.
• Willing to work 12-hour day/night shifts, including weekends.
• Must follow Use of Force policy and STHS procedures.
• Must sign STHS firearm affidavit.
• Must have a State firearms certification.
• Vehicle operation may be required (hospital-owned or personal).
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance proof required.
• Driving record must meet safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of an armed security officer and assist leadership with security-related responsibilities.
• Patrol interior and exterior hospital grounds to protect property and maintain a safe environment.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with local authorities as needed.
• Monitor traffic and visitors, issue passes after hours.
• Assist medical staff with restraining or detaining individuals when necessary.
• Enforce hospital security policies and procedures.

Skills

Reading & writing

Armed security experience

Shift flexibility

Conflict de-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

The following opportunities are available as of 08/03/26: Public Safety Officer - Armed | Full-Time | 12 Hour Shifts | Monday - Friday: 6:00a - 6:00p and/or 6:00p - 6:00a | Rotating Holidays and Weekends

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform all duties and assignments of an ARMED security officer and reports to and assists Sergeants, Lieutenants, Captain, and the Director with watch related duties and hospital security related responsibilities. Duties include, but not limited to, standing positions, dealing with physician emergency committals, report writing, log keeping, security & parking lot patrols, escorts, and property collections. Officers will patrol the interior and exterior grounds of the hospital to protect property and to assist in providing a safe environment for all patients, visitors, physicians and employees. Responds to all emergency situations and alerts local authorities when required. Monitors vehicle and pedestrian traffic on hospital property. Monitors visitors and issue passes after hours. Assists medical staff with restraining and/or detaining specific types of hospital patients. Enforces and follows all Security and St. Tammany Health Systems’ (STHS) policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to read, write and follow written or oral instructions.
• 2+ years of armed security related experience is required.
• Must be certified by a State certified, recognized, and STPHS approved firearms, handcuffing, and/or law enforcement training entity.
• You must not have any felony convictions.
• You must own and maintain ownership of a privately owned cellular phone for emergencies and on-call events.
• Must satisfactorily complete firearm training, written tests, and qualify on the firing range.
• Firearms recertification must be performed annually.
• Must be eligible and willing to work 12 hour shifts, day and/or night to include weekends.
• You must follow the Use of Force policy and all STHS procedures.
• Must agree to and sign off on the STHS firearm affidavit.
• Must have a State Firearms Certification.
• This position requires driving a hospital-owned vehicle and/or a personally owned vehicle to perform the essential job duties.
• Must have a valid and current state issued driver’s license.
• Must maintain and provide proof of automobile insurance (at his/her own expense) in amounts which meet at least the minimum liability coverage limits required by the state of their residence.
• Clearance of driving record check; Driving records shall not contain any of the following: a suspended or revoked driver’s license, 3 or more moving violations in the past 36 months, 2 or more accidents in the past 36 months, 1 or more instances of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) within the past 24 months, at fault in a fatal accident within the past 5 years, leaving the scene of an accident within the past 36 months, and/or reckless driving within the past 12 months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior certification or registration with the Louisiana State Board of Private Security examiners is recommended.
• Prior experience as a Police Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement officer, federal law enforcement officer, military enforcement officer, or armed hospital security officer preferred.
• Training and experience with conflict resolution and ability to de‑escalate hostile situations desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 100 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) – balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feeling Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), crawling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life‑improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world‑class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.