Public Safety Officer-Temp Position

UVA Community Health; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

UVA Community Health is seeking a Public Safety Officer to provide a safe, secure environment across its community locations. The role requires a valid driver's license, CPI and IAHSS certifications within set timelines, and the ability to communicate clearly by radio and phone.

Responsibilities include patrolling, managing traffic, responding to incidents, and enforcing safety policies. Requires a high school diploma or GED and prior public interaction experience; healthcare security

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to receive and transmit information by radio and telephone.
• No criminal record required.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment at all UVA Community Health facilities.
• Conduct security checks of facilities during non-operating hours and control traffic.
• Respond to security breaches when detected or dispatched and enforce hospital policies.
• Maintain compliance with applicable safety and security procedures and report incidents accurately.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Radio/telephone reporting

No criminal record

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world‑class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Job Description

Public Safety Officer

Job Code: SO5515

Temp Position for 6 months

6 a–6 p with weekends rotate

Job Type

Classification: Non Exempt

Supervises positions: None.

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

• Must possess a valid driver’s license, be 21 years of age or older and have a Motor Vehicle records verification. Driver 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.
• 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 the 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.

Competencies

• 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.

Other Information

• 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.

Physical Demands

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand. The job requires constant standing, frequent walking, bending, and stooping. Requires proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills, attention to detail, ability to write legibly, and ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment.

Compensation

The base compensation for this role is $22.00 per hour. This 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.