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Piedmont Walton Hospital

Public Safety Officer - Armed, Nights

Piedmont Walton Hospital, Monroe, Georgia, United States, 30656


Description:Piedmont Walton (Monroe, Georgia)

Public Safety

Full Time Nights

JOB PURPOSE:Responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students,employees, visitors, patients and property. First responder to all emergency incidents within the assignedfacility. Responsible for the safe de-escalation of critical events and the use of sound judgment in theengagement with combative or escalating subjects.Qualifications:MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:High School Diploma or GED preferredMINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Two years of experience in general security, military or other public safety experience where required toactively carry a firearm in the regular course of duty, or an equivalence of training and job experience tosupport effective demonstration of responsible handling of weapons and use of force.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:Valid Drivers license & adhere to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:Certified Healthcare Security Officer (IAHSS) required within one year of hire.Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification preferredCarry non-lethal weapons such as a Taser CEW and/or a baton requiredCarry company issued firearm requiredMust pass pre-employment psychological screeningMust pass and maintain all training requirements to maintain employment to include certifications inFirearms, Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid, and others as directed.