Sr. Public Safety Officer, Armed

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Augusta, GA is seeking a Public Safety Officer responsible for routine safety and emergency security, safeguarding patients, visitors, staff and property. You will train colleagues, on-board new employees and serve as the first responder to incidents, using sound judgment to de-escalate critical events.

Candidates should have a GED or high school diploma and relevant security experience; possession of required licenses and willingness to complete certifications is

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 2 years in general security/public safety experience with firearm duties required or equivalent training.
• Licenses: driver license; IAHSS certification within 1 year; pre-employment psychological screening; firearms, taser, ASP baton, MHFA training as directed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine safety and emergency security activities to safeguard people and property.
• Conducts Public Safety training and onboarding for new employees.
• First responder to all emergency incidents within the facility; de-escalation of critical events.

Skills

Public Safety training

First responder

De-escalation

Training colleagues

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

Firearms

Taser

ASP Baton

Job description

Overview

Responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients and property. Conducts Public Safety training and development programs. 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. Functions as an informal resource to colleagues, conducts training and on-boards for new employees.

Responsibilities

Responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients and property. Conducts Public Safety training and development programs. 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. Functions as an informal resource to colleagues, conducts training and on-boards for new employees.

Qualifications

Education

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

Work Experience

• 2 years in general security, military, or other public safety experience where to actively carry a firearm in the regular course of duty Required or
• an equivalence of training and job experience to support effective demonstration of responsible handling of weapons and use of force Required

Licenses and Certifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Valid Driver’s license & adhere to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500 Upon Hire Required and
• IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer within 1 Year Required and
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening Upon Hire Required and
• Must pass and maintain all training requirements to maintain employment to include certifications in Firearms, Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid, and others as directed Upon Hire Required
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Augusta Hospital