Sr. Public Safety Officer, Armed

Piedmont Healthcare • 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. The officer conducts Public Safety training and development programs and serves as the first responder to emergency incidents within the assigned facility. The role includes safely de-escalating critical events and using sound judgment when engaging with combative or escalating subjects. The officer also serves as an informal resource to colleagues and conducts training and onboarding for new employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of general security, military, or other public safety experience involving actively carrying a firearm in the regular course of duty, or equivalent training and job experience demonstrating responsible handling of weapons and use of force.
• Valid in-state driver’s license and adherence to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500.
• IAHSS Certification as a Security Officer within one year of hire.
• 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

• Perform routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients, and property.
• 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 onboarding for new employees.

What This Job Offers

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