Sr. Public Safety Officer, Armed

Piedmont Healthcare Inc. • Columbus, GA

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About The Position

Responsible for routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients, and property. Conducts Public Safety training and development programs and serves as the first responder to emergency incidents within the assigned facility. Safely de-escalates critical events and uses sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects. Also serves as an informal resource to colleagues, conducts training, and onboards new employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of general security, military, or other public safety experience involving carrying a firearm in the regular course of duty; alternatively, equivalent training and job experience demonstrating responsible weapons handling and use of force.
• Valid, in-state driver's license and compliance with Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500.
• Obtain IAHSS certification as a Security Officer within one year.
• Pass a pre-employment psychological screening.
• Pass and maintain all required training and certifications to maintain employment, including 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

• Safeguard students, employees, visitors, patients, and property through routine safety and emergency security activities.
• Conduct Public Safety training and development programs.
• Respond first to emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
• Safely de-escalate critical events and use sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects.
• Serve as an informal resource to colleagues.
• Conduct training and onboard new employees.

What This Job Offers

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