Public Safety Officer

UVA Community Health•Culpeper, VA

4d•$19 - $30

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer acquires and applies the job skills necessary to provide a safe and secure environment for improving the health of the community. The position supports safety across facilities, responds to security incidents and service calls, and helps manage patient, visitor, pedestrian, and vehicle traffic. The role is full-time, night shift, scheduled 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., with rotating weekends. It is non-exempt and eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Work experience involving public interaction.
Valid driver's license in the applicable state.
CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within six months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Complete Basic Security Officer Certification through the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within six months of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
For roles requiring driving on behalf of the corporation, be at least 21 years old, possess a valid driver's license, and meet the applicable motor vehicle records criteria; records are reviewed and vetted upon hire.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to successfully complete general and department-specific skills validation and competency testing.
Ability to accurately receive and transmit information by radio and telephone.
Ability to produce legible, complete, and accurate reports based on observations and information.
No criminal record.
Maintain compliance with the UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper Vehicle Use Policy.
Physical ability to stand constantly, walk frequently, bend and stoop, and lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds; Safe Handling Equipment is required for weights over 35 pounds.
Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills, with attention to detail and the ability to write legibly.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in a related field, such as law enforcement, military, or security management.
Previous healthcare security experience.
Security, law enforcement, or military experience.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and secure environment at all facilities.
Conduct security checks of facilities during non-operating hours.
Control patient and visitor traffic in the Emergency Department.
Respond to detected or dispatched security breaches.
Enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws as they relate to public safety.
Respond to calls for service according to established priorities.
Operate patrol vehicles safely and in accordance with Public Safety policies and procedures.
Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Enforce parking regulations according to hospital or facility policies and procedures.
Complete required organizational and departmental basic, field, and in-service training, including the Corporate Public Safety Training Plan.
Immediately notify the Director of Public Safety or Public Safety Manager of any charges relating to motor vehicle operation and/or any criminal complaint.
Perform additional duties as assigned.