Armed Public Safety Officer, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.•Macon, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Armed Public Safety Officer performs routine safety and emergency security activities to safeguard students, employees, visitors, patients, and property. The officer is a first responder to emergency incidents within the assigned facility and is responsible for safely de-escalating critical events and exercising sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects. The role supports a safe environment across the hospital, professional buildings, and parking areas by screening for weapons, monitoring at-risk patients, responding to aggressive behavior, and enforcing applicable policies, regulations, and laws. The officer also assists patients and visitors, directs traffic when needed, and documents incidents and relevant information in the medical record.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience in general security, military, or other public safety work where carrying a firearm is required in the regular course of duty; alternatively, equivalent training and job experience demonstrating responsible handling of weapons and use of force.
Valid in-state driver license upon hire and adherence to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500.
Obtain IAHSS Certification as a Security Officer within one year.
Carry non-lethal weapons such as a Taser CEW and/or baton.
Carry a company-issued firearm.
Pass a pre-employment psychological screening.
Pass and maintain all training requirements necessary for employment, including certifications in firearms, Taser, ASP baton, Mental Health First Aid, and others as directed.

Nice To Haves

Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Piedmont values and excellent customer service to patients, staff, and visitors.
Screen for and interdict weapons entering a facility.
Maintain security of the hospital, professional buildings, and parking lot or deck.
Perform routine safety and emergency security activities.
Document incidents and conduct initial incident investigations.
Actively monitor at-risk patients and de-escalate difficult situations.
Respond appropriately to aggressive behavior and apply physical restraints.
Use sound judgment when applying force, including deadly force, to provide a safe environment.
Demonstrate respect and courtesy in job performance.
Complete documentation in the medical record.
Enforce PHC policies, regulations, and applicable state and federal laws.
Direct traffic when required.
Assist patients and visitors by providing directions and responding to emergencies.
Promote crime prevention and a secure work environment through observation, interaction, and intervention.