Public Safety Officer, Days

Piedmont Healthcare; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, staff and visitors, and safeguard property. You will respond to emergencies as a first responder and de-escalate critical events with sound judgment. Education: a high school diploma or GED is required.

Experience: no prior experience required; two years in general security or public safety is preferred. Licenses: valid Georgia driver's license; IAHSS certification within one year; must pass pre-employment screening and

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; 2 years in general security or public safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine safety and emergency security activities to safeguard 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 with combative or escalating subjects.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's License

IAHSS Certification

Pre-employment screening

Taser

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.

Qualifications:

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required
• 2 years experience in general security, military or other public safety experience Preferred

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
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening Required
• Must pass and maintain all training requirements to maintain employment to include certifications in 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 Augusta Hospital