Public Safety Officer - Armed, PRN

Piedmont Healthcare; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Security Officer to ensure safety in a healthcare environment. As a vital member of our team, you will respond to emergencies, safeguard various stakeholders, and carry out public safety practices. Candidates must meet education and certification requirements, demonstrating their commitment to safety and service in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in general security or military, handling firearms.
• Certified Healthcare Security Officer (IAHSS) required within a year.
• Georgia P.O.S.T. certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all emergency incidents within the facility.
• Safeguard students, employees, visitors, patients, and property.
• De-escalate critical events using sound judgment.

Skills

Judgment under pressure

Conflict de-escalation

Public safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Taser CEW

ASP Baton

Firearm

Job description

Description:

As Needed, Variable Shifts

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.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or GED preferred

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 Driver's 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.

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