Public Safety Officer, Nights

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

Job summary

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital in Georgia seeks a dedicated security professional to safeguard patients, staff and visitors, respond to emergencies, and de-escalate volatile situations with sound judgment.

Requirements include a GED or high school diploma; no experience is required, with a preference for 2 years in general security or public safety. Certifications such as IAHSS and driver’s license are emphasized.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide routine safety and emergency security for the facility.
• Serve as first responder to all emergencies within the site.
• De-escalate critical events using sound judgment when engaging with combative individuals.

Job description

Overview:

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

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 Athens Regional Hospital