Public Safety Officer I

Southcoast Health System, Inc.•Fall River, MA

7d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Public Safety Operations Manager, Shift Supervisor, or designee, the Public Safety Officer I performs day-to-day duties related to protecting and securing Southcoast Health System and Southcoast Hospitals Group assets and information, and ensuring the safety of people on hospital and system property. The officer proactively guards against fire, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry to hospital grounds and buildings while controlling access points. This position is based at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, Massachusetts. The schedule is 24 hours per week, working the night shift from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with weekend and holiday rotation. Pay is determined by experience, within the stated range of $22.44 to $30.60 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
More than three months and up to and including one year of experience.
Valid driver's license.
Must have, or be able to obtain within six months to one year, a Massachusetts Firearms Identification Card and License to Carry Firearms (Pistol Permit).
Complete Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) de-escalation training, OC Pepper (OCAT), handcuffing (PATH), and baton (PPBT) education and training within 120 days of hire.
Obtain BLS, CPR, and First Responder certifications within 120 days of hire.
Be eligible for appointment as a special police officer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts under MGL c.22C Section 63, or as a New Bedford Special Police Officer under city/NBPD requirements.
Obtain International Association of Healthcare Safety and Security (IAHSS) Basic Officer Certification within one year of appointment.
Be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for and sign a statement electing an exemption for medical or personal reasons.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
Prior military, security, corrections, police, or other relevant experience is a plus.
May be required to obtain Special Police/Constable powers within a designated municipality.

Responsibilities

Protect and secure Southcoast Health System and Southcoast Hospitals Group assets and information.
Promote the safety of all persons on hospital and system property.
Guard against fire, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry to hospital grounds and buildings.
Control access points.