Public Safety Officer, Nights

Piedmont; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Cartersville is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to protect students, staff, patients, and visitors at our facility. You will serve as a first responder to emergencies, monitor premises, and engage with individuals using de‑escalation and sound judgment to maintain a safe environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Georgia driver’s license, and completion of mandatory trainings including safety and health certifications.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; 2 years in security/public safety preferred.
• DL required – valid in state; Piedmont's vehicle safety program policy 3500 at hire.

Responsibilities

• First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
• Safeguard students, employees, visitors, patients and property; de-escalate critical events with sound judgment.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

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.

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 Cartersville