Public Safety Officer- Armed

Piedmont Healthcare • Athens, GA

8h

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for routine safety and emergency security activities, safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients, and property. The officer serves as a first responder to emergency incidents within the assigned facility and is responsible for safely de-escalating critical events and using sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects. This is an armed role that requires carrying a company-issued firearm and non-lethal weapons.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine safety and emergency security activities.
• Safeguard students, employees, visitors, patients, and property.
• Respond first to emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
• Safely de-escalate critical events.
• Use sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED