Public Safety Officer II (Armed)

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 assigned facility. Responsible for the safe de-escalation of critical events and the use of sound judgment in the engagement with combative or escalating subjects.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Two years of experience in general security, military or other public safety experience where required to actively carry a firearm in the regular course of duty, or an equivalence of training and job experience to support effective demonstration of responsible handling of weapons and use of force.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

Valid Driver's license & adhere to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified Healthcare Security Officer (IAHSS) required within one year of hire.

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

Carry non-lethal weapons such as a Taser CEW and/or a baton required

Carry company issued firearm required

Must pass pre-employment psychological screening

Must pass and maintain all training requirements to maintain employment to include certifications in Firearms, Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid, and others as directed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate Piedmont values and excellent customer service to all patients, staff and visitors within a Piedmont Facility.

• Screen for and interdict weapons as they enter a facility.

• Maintains security of the hospital, professional buildings and parking lot/deck.

• Responsible for a variety of safety routine and emergency security activities

• Perform incident documentation and initial incident investigation.

• Responsible for actively monitoring all at risk patients and deescalating difficult situations.

• Respond appropriately to aggressive behavior and apply physical restraints.

• Make sound judgments when utilizing force, including deadly force, to provide a safe environment.

• Demonstrate respect and courtesy in the conduct of job performance.

• Perform documentation in the medical record.

• Enforces all PHC policies, regulations and applicable state and federal laws.

• Directs traffic when required

• Assists patients/visitors by giving directions and responding to emergencies.

• Advocates crime prevention and a secure work environment through observation, interaction, and intervention.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Capable of demonstrating basic literacy and satisfactory interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to learn and operate computerized security systems, concealed weapons screening systems, CCTV monitoring equipment, and standard 2-way radios.

• Possess public/human relations skills, able to cope with stress and emergency situations.