Emory

Armed Public Safety Officer

Division
The Emory Clinic
Campus Location
Atlanta, GA, 30329
Campus Location
US-GA-Atlanta
Department
TEC Maint Public Safety
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
150301
Job Category
Public Safety and Security
Schedule
Other
Standard Hours
40 Hours
Hourly Minimum
USD $20.10/Hr.
Hourly Midpoint
USD $26.13/Hr.

Overview

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At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to beWe provide: 

  • Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs 
  • Family-focused benefits  
  • Wellness incentives 
  • Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs  
  • And more

Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Patrols facilities and property make observations to detect unauthorized persons, activities, unsafe conditions, and ensure life safety standards are maintained.
  • Maintains appropriate communication with Supervisors, fellow Officers, Security Operations Center and Law Enforcement to report crimes, incidents, and safety related irregularities.
  • Intervene in disputes between individuals by using verbal de-escalation techniques and skills to diffuse potentially violent patient, employee, or visitor situations.
  • Investigates and document incidents through both written and electronic format as required: Safety hazards, incidents and criminal activities to Public Safety Leadership,
  • Controls access to restricted organizational properties and verifies the admittance of authorized individuals.
  • Escorts people/property to desired destination when safety of property or individuals is a concern.
  • Assists with parking and security during special events and provides visitors with directions and security information.
  • Performs security services and dispatcher duties when assigned.
  • Participates in activities not directly related to Security operations as approved by Security Management.
  • These may include transport and release of bodies from the morgue; patient escort; elevator recall checks; monthly fire extinguisher, panic alarm, and intercom checks; and special event setups.
  • Interviews and investigates individuals involved in suspicious or illegal activities.
  • Detains unauthorized individuals in compliance with state and federal law Officers are required to use force when appropriate to protect patients, staff and visitors at an Emory Healthcare facility.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Two (2) consecutive years of armed security, military, or law enforcement experience within the last 7 years.

Must have:

  • Possess(ed) a POST certification;

OR

  • Have been registered through a military (DD214 or current Military ID);
  • All active, reserve, retired or honorable discharged military personnel will meet the licensing/certification requirement .

OR

  • Federal, state, or local licensing firearms certification (Department of Homeland Security, NASA, NRA, GBI, or Secretary of State)
  • Must successfully complete the Basic Security Officer and Firearms course mandated by the Secretary of State within 3 months post-hire.
  • Must be able to successfully complete training to carry non-lethal weapons such as a Taser (CED) and/or a baton within 3 months post-hire
  • Must possess a valid Georgia Driver's license and have a clean driving record with no recent history of major traffic violations.
  • Must be able to operate a company vehicle when required
  • Must pass a psychological exam.
  • Must obtain IAHSS Basic certification within 12 months.
  • Obtain a BLS Certification within 12 months.
  • Complete FEMA IS 100, 200, 700 & 800 within six (6) months.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

 

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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