Public Safety Officer

Overview

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.

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

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