Public Safety Officer/Armed - Full Time - 2nd Shift

About the role

The Armed Public Safety Officer is responsible for providing the highest level of safety and security for the hospital during normal day‑to‑day operations as well as emergency situations. This role enforces hospital security rules, regulations, and policies in a professional, respectful, low‑key manner that aligns with the hospital’s mission, values, and commitment to exceptional pediatric healthcare. The officer works collaboratively with all hospital departments to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, employees, and physicians, and supports hospital‑wide safety, infection‑prevention, emergency‑response initiatives, and patient‑transport responsibilities when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security for the hospital during routine operations and emergencies.
• Enforce hospital security rules, regulations, and policies in a respectful, low‑key manner.
• Collaborate with all hospital departments to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff, and physicians.
• Support hospital‑wide safety, infection‑prevention, and emergency‑response initiatives.
• Perform patient‑transport duties as required.
• Operate hospital vehicles safely when needed.
• Maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable under the hospital’s insurance carrier.
• Carry and qualify with a department‑issued firearm according to department standards.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Certifications & Licenses:
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Valid Ohio driver’s license (no SR‑22 required).
  • Must meet all eligibility requirements for coverage under the hospital’s insurance policy.
  • Obtain OPOTA (Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy) or OPOTA Private Security Academy certification within 12 months of hire; OPOTA certification preferred at time of hire.
• Experience (preferred):
  • Previous law enforcement, military, corrections, hospital security, or armed security experience.
  • Experience working in healthcare or behavioral health environments.
• Skills/Competencies:
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects as required.
  • Ability to carry a department‑issued firearm and successfully qualify with required standards.
  • Strong communication, problem‑solving, and conflict‑resolution skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in high‑stress and fast‑paced environments.
  • Professional interaction with patients, families, visitors, and staff.

Schedule

Full‑time, 40 hours per week. Shift: 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM, rotating weekends and holidays.