Public Safety Officer-PRN

UVA Health•Culpeper, VA

12d

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 role supports safety across facilities and includes facility security checks during non-operating hours, managing patient and visitor traffic in the Emergency Department, and responding to detected or dispatched security breaches. Officers respond to service calls according to established priorities, enforce applicable laws and facility policies, operate patrol vehicles safely, control pedestrian and vehicular traffic, and enforce parking regulations. Additional duties may be assigned. This is a PRN night position with a listed schedule of 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. The role may require travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town. Use of safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask for infection prevention, may be required. There are no on-call responsibilities as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Work experience involving public interactions.
Valid driver's license in the applicable state.
For employees required to drive on behalf of the corporation: be at least 21 years old and meet applicable motor vehicle record criteria.
Obtain CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within six months of hire and maintain it 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.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to complete general and department-specific skills validation and competency testing.
Ability to accurately receive and transmit information by radio and telephone.
Ability to translate observations and information into legible, complete, and accurate reports.
No criminal record.
Maintain compliance with the UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper Vehicle Use Policy.
Satisfactorily complete required organizational and departmental basic, field, and in-service training programs, including the Corporate Public Safety Training Plan.
Constant standing; frequent walking and bending/stooping; proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.
Ability to lift, push, or pull 100 pounds; use Safe Handling Equipment for weights over 35 pounds.

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 facility security checks during non-operating hours.
Control patient and visitor traffic in the Emergency Department.
Respond to security breaches when detected or dispatched.
Enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws related 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 in accordance with hospital or facility policies and procedures.
Complete required organizational and departmental training, including the Corporate Public Safety Training Plan.
Immediately notify the Director of Public Safety or Public Safety Manager of charges relating to motor vehicle operation and/or any criminal complaint.
Perform additional duties as assigned.