Public Safety Officer-Temp Position

UVA Health

Manassas (VA)

On-site

USD 25,003 - 35,610

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

UVA Health in Manassas, VA seeks a Public Safety Officer for a 6‑month temporary role. The position runs 6a–6p with weekend rotation to ensure safety and security across campus.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, CPI and IAHSS certifications within six months, plus basic computer skills and a clean record. Prior healthcare security or law enforcement experience is preferred.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Public interactions work experience required; healthcare security experience preferred.
Driver's license required; CPI certification within 6 months and maintained.
IAHSS Basic Security Officer Certification within 6 months and maintained.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
Perform facility security checks and manage access as directed.
Control traffic and assist in Emergency Department as needed.
Respond to security breaches and incidents following policy.

Skills

Public interactions experience

Effective communication

Radio/telephone reporting

Attention to detail

Ability to drive

No criminal record

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Driver's license

CPI certification within 6 months

IAHSS Basic Security Officer Certification within 6 months

Job description

Job Description

Public Safety Officer

Job Code: SO5515

Temp Position for 6 months

6a-6p with weekends rotate

Job Type

Classification: Non Exempt

Job Summary

The Public Safety Officer acquires and applies the job skills necessary to provide a safe and secure environment for improving the health of our communities.

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

Public interactions work experience required. Work experience in related field preferred (law enforcement, military, or security management). Previous healthcare security experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure:

Driver's License in applicable state required. CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout employment required. Must complete Basic Security Officer Certification through the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout employment required.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required

Employees who are hired into a position that requires the employee to drive a vehicle on behalf of the corporation must possess a valid driver's license, be 21 years of age or older and have a Motor Vehicle records verification. Records must meet the criteria set forth in Vehicles – Company Owned/ Leased - NH-LD-RM-3. Driving records will be reviewed and vetted upon hire and must align with UVA Community Health standards. Satisfactorily completes all required organizational and departmental basic, field, and in-service training programs including the Corporate Public Safety Training Plan. Basic computer skills. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Ability to accurately receive and transmit information by radio and telephone. Ability to translate observations and information into legible, complete, and accurate reports. No criminal record. Maintains compliance with the UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper Vehicle Use Policy. Immediately notifies Director of Public Safety or Public Safety Manager of any and all charges relating to the operation of a motor vehicle and/or criminal complaint.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred

Security, law enforcement or military experience.
Security: Provides a safe and secure environment at all facilities.
- Makes security checks of facilities during non-operating hours.
- Controls patient and visitor traffic in Emergency Department.
- Responds to security breaches when detected or dispatched.
Professional Competency: Enforces applicable federal, state, and local laws as they relate to public safety.
- Responds to calls for service in accordance with established priorities.
- Operates patrol vehicles safely and in accordance with Public Safety policies and procedures.
- Controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
- Enforces parking regulations in accordance with hospital or facility policies and procedures.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

Other

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes

On call responsibilities as directed: No

Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

The base compensation for this role is $22.00 hourly.

Please note that the pay rate does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

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