Sr. Public Safety Officer, Armed

National Police; Augusta, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital seeks a Public Safety professional to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. The role includes training and development programs and acting as a first responder to emergencies within the facility.

The position emphasizes de-escalation of critical events and constructive engagement with combative or escalating individuals, while serving as a resource and trainer for colleagues and new hires.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Experience in general security or public safety is required.
• Demonstrated ability to handle weapons and use of force responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine safety and emergency security activities.
• Serve as first responder to all emergency incidents at the facility.
• Train and onboard new employees; de-escalate critical events with sound judgment.

Skills

First responder

Public safety

Training delivery

Education

GED

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