Unarmed Public Safety Officer, Days

Piedmont HealthCare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard staff, patients, visitors and property. You will respond as the first responder to emergencies within the facility, using sound judgment to keep people safe and property secure.

Requires a high school diploma or GED; no experience required, though 2 years in general security or public safety is preferred. In-state driver's license and IAHSS certification are required, with pre-employment psychological screening and

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• No experience required.
• 2 years experience in general security, military or other public safety experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
• Responsible for safe de-escalation of critical events and using sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects.

Skills

First responder

De-escalation

Public safety

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver License (in-state)

IAHSS Certification

Pre-employment psychological screening

Taser training

ASP Baton training

Mental Health First Aid

POST certification (preferred)

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.

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 Atlanta Hospital